The Parent Panel - An Empowering Discussion for Caregivers and Advocates of Individuals with Special Health Care Needs - Children's Specialized Hospital
Navigating the Journey Virtual Workshops
The Parent Panel: An Empowering Discussion for Caregivers and Advocates of Individuals with Special Health Care Needs
Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm ET
Presenters:
Parents/Family Faculty Members, Children’s Specialized Hospital
- Diana Lai, Newark
- Melissa Velez, Union
- Jessica Krill, Egg Harbor Township
- Elizabeth Marcketta, East Brunswick
About this session:
Network and engage in an interactive Q&A with other parents who are also caring for individuals with special health care needs. During this session, parents will have the opportunity to share their journey and coping strategies. This session will focus on initial steps a caregiver should consider after a diagnosis, building a strong support network and how to continue to advocate for your child. Resources in NJ will also be shared.
This event will be presented via Zoom.
You will receive a reminder and the log in details needed to join the meeting in an email 3 days before this session. Thank you
Questions? Contact Sandra at 908-301-5944 or sjohnson@childrens-specialized.org.