Children's Respite Homes of America

08/20/2026

🏠 We’re in the home stretch!

The Home for Every Child Summit is just around the corner on September 24, and registration is filling up!

This special virtual event will bring together pediatric palliative care leaders, advocates, providers, and supporters from across the country to connect, learn, share ideas, and build momentum toward a future where every child and family has access to the compassionate care and support they deserve.

Together, we'll explore:

🔹 Family and caregiver voices
🔹 The promise and purpose of pediatric palliative care homes
🔹 Partnerships, policy, and pathways for growth
🔹 Stories of innovation and momentum from across the country
🔹 Community awards and celebration
🔹 The future we can build together

📅 September 24
⏰ 12:00–3:00 PM ET
💻 Virtual

Register today—and help us spread the word! Share this post with your friends, family, colleagues, and anyone who cares about improving the lives of children with medical complexities and their families.

https://events.zoom.us/ev/AnfQ2k1MrDEwacXDiAQexs_2eVnlHVpMg8-Ercn3YhDujJ0G8PqW~AgXY0wghR8hI3gw5-lFMHKpYhtPBxXSgB6hp_uHPT3VYDqgyzsQ9q6fi4Q

We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

08/13/2026

🏡 Spotlight: Life House Atlanta – A Home-Away-From-Home For Georgia Families

Life House Atlanta will enhance the quality of life for children with life-limiting illnesses by expanding access to skilled pediatric palliative care while providing families the opportunity for restorative respite. This specialized, year-round home will deliver dedicated pediatric care at no cost to families, offering them relief from the relentless demands of 24/7 caregiving and the opportunity to rest, restore, and reconnect.

Learn more: lifehouseatlanta.org

08/11/2026

Want to learn more about George Mark Children’s House and the incredible support they provide to children and families?

Gabby Jimenez is hosting a FREE one-hour Zoom conversation on Monday, August 24, and everyone interested in learning more is invited!

There are two times to choose from: 9:00 AM or 6:00 PM Pacific Time.

We’d love to see members of the Children’s Respite Homes of America community join the conversation.

These are wonderful opportunities to learn from one another, hear directly from people doing this work every day, and continue building a stronger community around pediatric palliative care and trusted overnight respite support for families.

Email [email protected] for the Zoom link.

And please share this with anyone you think would benefit from learning more about George Mark Children’s House.

08/11/2026

Amazing video featuring a George Mark Children's House family

08/03/2026

USA TODAY has published a powerful feature highlighting George Mark Children’s House—the nation's first freestanding pediatric palliative care home—and the extraordinary difference children's respite and pediatric palliative care homes make for families.

For decades, George Mark has shown what's possible when families have access to compassionate, community-based care. Their pioneering work continues to inspire communities across the country.

We're also honored that the article shares the journey of our CEO & Founder, Jonathan Cottor, and his family with their son Ryan—one family's story among many that remind us why this work matters.

Today, only a handful of children's respite and pediatric palliative care homes exist in the United States. Together, we can change that.

Please take a few minutes to read this important story and share it. Every conversation helps more families discover that a better model of care is possible.

📰 Read the USA TODAY story:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/07/20/pediatric-respite-care-end-of-life-support-george-mark/90839003007/

💙 Every child deserves compassionate care close to home. Every family deserves support.

07/28/2026

🎉 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

We're thrilled by the incredible response as registration continues to grow, and we can't wait to welcome everyone on September 24! If you know friends, family, or colleagues who would enjoy this inspiring event, please forward this invitation and encourage them to register today.

From pioneers to a national movement, this virtual gathering will bring together families, clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders committed to ensuring every child with serious illness has access to care, comfort, and connection close to home.

Together, we'll explore:

🔹 Family and caregiver voices
🔹 The promise and purpose of pediatric palliative care homes
🔹 Partnerships, policy, and pathways for growth
🔹 Stories of innovation and momentum from across the country
🔹 Community awards and celebration
🔹 The future we can build together

📅 September 24, 2026
🕛 Noon–3:00 PM ET
💻 Virtual Event

Registration is free, but advance registration is required.

➡️ REGISTER TODAY AND BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT.

https://events.zoom.us/ev/AnfQ2k1MrDEwacXDiAQexs_2eVnlHVpMg8-Ercn3YhDujJ0G8PqW~AgXY0wghR8hI3gw5-lFMHKpYhtPBxXSgB6hp_uHPT3VYDqgyzsQ9q6fi4Q

07/23/2026

07/23/2026

Caregiving is an act of love—but even love needs support. We’re here to lift families up so they can continue giving their very best. Visit us at www.childrensrespitehomes.org for more information and to get involved.

07/23/2026

💖✨Feeling so appreciative of the time Jennifer and Jonathan from Children's Respite Homes of America gave us tonight! We left with so many ideas to bring back to other board members, and even more inspiration to bring Sparkle House to Western Mass! 💖✨ Stay tuned y’all, this is happening!!

07/21/2026

Well done, George Mark Children's House. A much deserved recognition by USA Today.

Families at George Mark Children’s House either have a child living with a life limiting condition, or a child who is dying.