Dear COPE Families, There are circumstances in every relationship that may cause us moments of regret. With grief comes regret. Regret for all that we’re missing…regret for all that our loved ones missed. Regret for what we didn’t...
Acceptance Speech from Shaun Sharp, recipient of COPE Sibling Recognition Award at COPE Golf Outing May 21, 2018 Fran was a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She will forever be missed by all who had the privilege to know her. Fran’s...
Acceptance Speech from Sandra R. Wolkoff, Ph.D., LCSW-R, recipient of COPE Parent Recognition Award and COPE Professional Service Award at COPE Golf Outing May 21, 2018 I want to thank Lilly and the Board of Directors for this honor. Honestly, I wish I had...
Dear COPE Families, This will be the first Mother’s Day without my mother. Her loss has brought up all my other losses. Loss triggers loss. My relationship with my mother has brought to the surface my relationship with my daughter. Both began with birth and one...
Dear COPE Families, I’ve been talking to the other side for 26 years. This past week, it brought tears to my eyes and pain to my heart to add my mother to that circle of souls. During the time prior to her passing, I spoke to her even...
Hi from Camp COPE! Brrrrrr! I would rather think of summer with lots of sun and campers. That always warms my heart! Starting to hear from families inquiring about summer 2018. Spread the word and help children in need. Each year we depend on the generosity of family,...