Resources and events organized by the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation in our region.
Pediatric Support Groups: Meeting this Monday, January 26th at 6pm for parents of kids with IBD. This will be in Hoover. These support groups meet quarterly and provide a safe space for children and adolescents dealing with IBD. It’s an opportunity for them to connect, share experiences and learn from each other. It also gives parents the same opportunity for connection and sharing. For more information about support groups being offered: Click here
Adult Support Groups: These support groups meet virtually once a week. For more information about support groups being offered: Click here
Take Steps Walk at Railroad Park: The annual Take Steps walk is a fun and family-friendly event that raises awareness and funds for IBD. Participants can enjoy a scenic walk while supporting a great cause. Take Steps website
Camp Oasis: Camp Oasis is a unique summer camp experience exclusively for kids with IBD. It offers a supportive environment where children can build friendships, gain confidence, and learn about managing their condition. Click here to visit the Camp Oasis webpage. Applications open early February.
Kids, Parents & Teens Resource Page: Kids, Parents & Teens | Crohn's & Colitis Foundation (crohn's colitis foundation.org)
Join our "Alabama Parents of Kids with IBD" facebook page: Email Heather Monsmas anmhmghome@hotmail.com to be added
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation website
Dear Hoover Residents,
The Hoover Helps Hunger Challenge is back this Friday, August 29th, and we need your help to make this the biggest year yet. This exciting rivalry between Hoover and Spain Park, held alongside the football game, brings our community together to raise funds that provide weekend meals for local students in need.
Donating is easy. Visit www.hooverhelps.org and click Events, then Hunger Challenge, or Venmo @hooverhelps, and be sure to note which team you are supporting. Every dollar counts toward helping kids in Hoover and showing your school spirit.
Let’s rally together, cheer on our team, and make a real difference for Hoover students!
Sincerely,
Hoover Helps"
PRINT-TAP Flyer (2).pdfOctober Support Group (1).pdfHOMEWOOD CHURCH OF CHRIST FOOD PANTRY
Our monthly food pantry takes place on the third Wednesday (March19) of each month at our building located at 265 W. Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, 35209 (corner of Lakeshore and W. Oxmoor). Distribution begins at 9:30am and continues as long as food supplies last. We also have on that takes place on the third Saturday of the month (March 15) at Jonesboro Elementary School. Distribution begins at 10am.
No registration is required. For more information, call (205) 942-6854
ALL Kids hopes your 2024-2025 school year is off to a great start! Families may be surprised to learn how much they can earn and qualify for ALL Kids. Please see the link below for more information.
Crohn's and Colitis Resources
Pediatric Support Groups: These support groups meet quarterly and provide a safe space for children and adolescents dealing with IBD. It’s an opportunity for them to connect, share experiences and learn from each other. It also gives parents the same opportunity for connection and sharing. For more information about support groups being offered: Click here
Take Steps Walk at the Birmingham Zoo: The annual Take Steps walk is a fun and family-friendly event that raises awareness and funds for IBD. Participants can enjoy a scenic walk while supporting a great cause. Take Steps website
Camp Oasis: Camp Oasis is a unique summer camp experience exclusively for kids with IBD. It offers a supportive environment where children can build friendships, gain confidence, and learn about managing their condition. Click here to visit the Camp Oasis webpage.
Kids, Parents & Teens Resource Page: Kids, Parents & Teens | Crohn's & Colitis Foundation (crohnscolitisfoundation.org)
Join our "Alabama Parents of Kids with IBD" facebook page (1) Alabama Parents of Kids with IBD | Facebook
HOMEWOOD CHURCH OF CHRIST FOOD PANTRY
Our monthly food pantry takes place on the third Wednesday of each
month at our building located at 265 W. Oxmoor Road, Birmingham,
35209 (corner of Lakeshore and W. Oxmoor). Distribution begins at
9:30am and continues as long as food supplies last.
No registration is required. For more information, call (205) 942-6854
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