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Mission Statement at Connecting Pieces is to improve the lives of those impacted by Gastrointestinal Disorders, Gastrointestinal Cancers, and Ostomies.
More about Connecting Pieces
Connecting Pieces is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving as a beacon of support and resources for individuals and families impacted by Gastrointestinal Disorders (GI), Ostomies, and associated challenges. Our mission extends beyond providing education and support; we actively address health disparities by accepting donations of ostomy supplies, ensuring accessibility for those facing barriers. Additionally, we are committed to hosting retreats tailored for families affected by GI conditions, offering a sanctuary for support and access to vital resources. At Connecting Pieces, we prioritize mental health and holistic well-being, striving to empower every individual to navigate their journey with resilience and hope.
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Healing Arts Virtual Workshop
8.9.25 11:00 AM EST- Virtual
8.23.25 11:00AM EST-Virtual
Discover the transformative power of creativity with Artful Healing, designed for individuals of all ages and artistic abilities, extended family and friends welcomed!
Led by our compassionate facilitators, each session uses simple creative exercises like drawing and writing to ease stress and nurture emotional well-being.
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Pelvic Floor Yoga
8.4.25 @ 6:30PM EST - Virtual
8.18.25 @ 6:30PM EST - Virtual
Join us this summer, for biweekly 30 minute sessions open to all levels, this calming class is a chance to slow down, breathe, and move with purpose. Each session focuses on building strength, improving flexibility, supporting joints, and releasing tension.
Modifications will be offered, and you’re welcome to use whatever you have at home, chairs, pillows, blankets, cushions, or blocks to feel comfortable and supported throughout the practice.
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Virtual Kids Day Camp
8.20.25 @ 9:50AM-2:10PM EST - Zoom/Virtual
Join us for a joyful and inclusive online experience filled with creativity, connection, and comfort. This unique event brings together children living with rare diseases or chronic health conditions, their siblings, and carepartners for a morning of art, music, and therapeutic tech play all from the comfort of home.
Through expressive workshops and guided activities, families will explore emotional wellness in a safe, empowering space. We'll end the day with a special reading of Awesome Ollie, a heartwarming children’s book about a brave bear with an ostomy showing kids that life with a pouch can still be full of play, courage, and love.