Hope Loves Company recognizes that it is so important, now more than ever, to offer support to children and families affected by ALS. Therefore, we've created programs and resources that can be accessed virtually in the hopes that we can offer you and your family opportunities for fun and relaxation, as well as a safe space to express yourself.
HLC Hangouts
HLC Hangouts are virtual peer support groups facilitated by grief counselors or mental health professionals.
HLC Hangouts are age-appropriate and take place once a month for three age groups: children between 9-12 years-old, teens between 13-16 years-old, and ages 17 and up. Our goal is to provide a safe space for children, teens, and young adults affected by ALS to express their feelings and experiences and to facilitate fun and meaningful conversation between peers.
13-16 year-old Schedule
HLC Hangouts for 13-16 year-olds take place on the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 7 PM EST. They occasionally take place on Tuesdays instead of Mondays.
- Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023
- Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
- Monday, Nov. 6, 2023
- Monday, Dec. 4, 2023
- Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024
- Monday, Feb. 5, 2024
- Monday, March 4, 2024
- Monday, April 1, 2024
- Monday, May 6, 2024
- Monday, June 3, 2024
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
17 and up Schedule
HLC Hangouts for ages 17 and up take place on the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 8:15 PM EST. They occasionally take place on Tuesdays instead of Mondays.
- Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023
- Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
- Monday, Nov. 6, 2023
- Monday, Dec. 4, 2023
- Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024
- Monday, Feb. 5, 2024
- Monday, March 4, 2024
- Monday, April 1, 2024
- Monday, May 6, 2024
- Monday, June 3, 2024
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
9-12 year-old Schedule
HLC Hangouts for 9-12 year-olds take place on the second Monday of the month (except July and August) at 7 PM EST. They occasionally take place on Tuesdays instead of Mondays.
- Monday, Sep. 11, 2023
- Monday, Oct. 9, 2023
- Monday, Nov. 13, 2023
- Monday, Dec. 11, 2023
- Monday, Jan. 8, 2024
- Monday, Feb. 12, 2024
- Monday, March 11, 2024
- Monday, April 8, 2024
- Monday, May 13, 2024
- Monday, June 10, 2024
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Virtual Programs, Resources, and Activities
Check our website and social media for videos, live streams, and virtual meetings. Some activities include scavenger hunts, sing-a-longs, yoga, story time, and more! Please check back for more virtual programming events.
Parent / Guardian Meet & Greets
HLC adult Meet & Greets are for people living with ALS, caregivers, and adults affected by ALS to come together to have fun, share resources, and meet others who share in their experiences. Meet & Greets are facilitated by Hope Loves Company's founder, Jodi O'Donnell-Ames.
They take place on the third Monday of the month (except July and August) via Zoom for approximately an hour each session at 7 PM EST. They occasionally take place on Tuesdays instead of Mondays. Please join us to meet other families affected by ALS, to share resources, and just to chat, relax, and laugh together.
Schedule
- Monday, Sept. 18, 2023
- Monday, Oct. 16, 2023
- Monday, Nov. 20, 2023
- Monday, Dec. 18, 2023
- Monday, Jan. 15, 2024
- Monday, Feb. 19, 2024
- Monday, March 18, 2024
- Monday, April 15, 2024
- Monday, May 20, 2024
- Monday, June 17, 2024
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
