A GREAT TIME AT KINGDOM WORSHIP CENTER COMMUNITY DAY
June 6th, the sun was shining, and the aroma of sizzling hamburgers and hot dogs was in the air! Everyone was in high spirits as KWC brought an atmosphere of unity and fun. CTAM was proud to be one of the featured vendors, sharing valuable resources like the 2026 Baltimore City/County Resource Guide, along with free socks, candies, and more. It was a fantastic day of community, connection, and support!
Our awesome team — Ernest, Vallerie, and Robert — had a great time chatting, sharing stories, and listening to the concerns of about 60 people about caring for family members. It was all about connection, understanding, and making a difference together!
Robert, one of our dedicated team members, is sharing the awesome resources CTAM offers to help support our community members and make their caregiving journey a bit easier. Remember, caregivers — you’re never alone. We’re in this together!
CTAM at 2026 Strengthening Families Community Resource Fair
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Coffee, Tea, and Me members participated in this years Strengthening Families Community Resource Fair
The event was organized by Phoebe Hoffman, Training Manager for Maryland Family Network, who invited CTAM to participate. Over 100 families attended, enjoying pizza, games, music, and giveaways. Vendors provided valuable resources for families, and CTAM was proud to be there, supporting caregivers and strengthening the community.
CTAM Member Kim and Board treasurer Dartisha brought the smiles and commitment of CTAM to Strengthening Families Community Resource Fair.
It is always a pleasure serving communities through out the city, listening to concerns and hearing what's most important to community members. CTAM is here for all of that.
CTAM was proud to attend the 1st Annual Empowering Caregivers: Resources, Resilience, and Renewal Conference
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, it was a pleasure to join the discussions facilitated at this years 1st Annual Empowering Caregivers: Resources-Resilience-Renewal. Tina L. Jordan, Ph.D., MSW; Associate Professor
Chair of Gerontology at Morgan State University organized a day of workshops, educational activities and powerful resources for the over 100 attendees.
MY SISTER CARRIED ME SISTER CIRCLE
It was a beautiful day for My Sister Carried Me (MSCM) to gather at Lake Montebello. MSCM is a supportive group for caregivers, helping to combat isolation and stress. Led by CTAM board member Jean, we shared, learned, and released tension through engaging activities like "DUMP IT," where we write down and symbolically discarded our stressors. Each session builds on the last, creating a strong foundation to help us thrive during difficult times.
CIAA Health & Mental Wellness Summit Thursday, February 26, 2026 Rita Rossi Colwell CenterDowntown
Our First Event Of 2026
What a beautiful way to kick off 2026! We are grateful to begin the year by establishing a meaningful partnership joining the Department of Human Services in support of caregivers at their Refresh,Revive &Rise Wellness Brunch. CTAM looks forward to growing a strong, reciprocal relationship that continues to uplift and support those who sacrifice so much every day.
Tina Bullock, Unit Manager for Project Home and Respite Care at the Department of Human Services, invited Shirl Parnell and the CTAM team to share with caregivers attending this event. CTAM was honored to present her with a token of appreciation—a cozy AARP throw and a delicious bag of popcorn—to thank her for her dedication and partnership.
Speaking from the heart is what Shirl Parnell does best. Drawing from her new book, she beautifully wove the event’s theme—Refresh, Revive, Rise—into a message that was both inspiring and deeply uplifting.
The CTAM Team were thrilled to support Ms. Shirl at our first event event of the year. Dartitia(Treasure), Ernest(VP) and April (Admin) had a great time meeting the staff and the 23 caregivers that attended the event. We were able to speak with all of them and share how we can support them. We gain incredible new members today.
We were also delighted to gift an AARP throw to the first caregiver who arrived at the event. Moments like these remind us how much joy comes from giving. We only wished we had more to share.
Holiday Partnership with House of Ruth and OPERATION WARM
Coffee Tea and Me continues to serve our community throughout the holidays. After Mr. and Mrs. Clause surprised the staff and families at IHOP, the CTAM elves along with coat donations from Operation Warm ,made a stop at the House of Ruth to drop of 88 coats to the families seeking safe shelter. So grateful that sanctuaries such as the House of Ruth are available for families at such a difficult time. Big shout out to the staff!!
Celebrating the Holidays with Coffee Tea and Me
CTAM had a wonderful time bringing together members, volunteers, and families at IHOP in Norwood Plaza Commons. The excitement was contagious—especially when Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus made a surprise appearance, delighting both the kids and the IHOP staff.
Our CTAM elves treated children from families seeking shelter through the House of Ruth. While we aren’t able to share photos of those kids, the smiles were undeniable as they enjoyed pancakes, waffles, drinks, and sweet treats.
This was also CTAM’s first year partnering with the incredible organization Operation Warm (https://operationwarm.org), which donated coats to help keep children warm this season. The joy extended beyond our invited guests. Other families dining at IHOP were thrilled to meet Santa too. It was a morning filled with warmth, generosity, and holiday cheer for everyone there.
Your time. Your heart. Real impact.
CTAM has had the privilege of serving many caregivers and their families. While 2025 was an amazing year, we can do even more in 2026—with your help!
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Coffee Tea and Me Christmas with the Kids 2025
Santa giving out coats
Santa, secretly played by one of our most dedicated volunteers, enjoyed meeting his fans and not only giving out toys but providing warmth with coats from OPERATION WARM.
IHOP Families had fun Too!
IHOP customers were over joyed to meet Santa, take pictures and they too were able to walk away with gifts and coats from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. So many smiles!
Gifts for Everyone
Warm Bodies - Warm Feet
The Clauses were prepare with gifts, coats and food for the families invited from House of Ruth. They also enjoyed giving a gifts and coats to families that were eating at the restaurant.
Warm Bodies - Warm Feet
Warm Bodies - Warm Feet
One of the kids received her coat plus toys and these smiley sunny slippers which she was very excited to get.
Mrs. Clause and CTAM Elf
CTAM can only provide the wonderful events we do during the year because of our dedicated volunteers. Ms. Carolyn was excellent as an elf and enjoyed every minute talking with the kids,parents and handing out coats, not to mention the wonderful IHOP breakfast she had to fuel her day.
Look who Mrs. Clause ran into
Mrs. Clause has friends in high places. Lamar Jackson, quaretrback for the Baltimore Ravens, met at a community event later that day.
WOW! What a Fabulous time at this year's prom 2025!
On November 15th, the CTAM team, our caregivers, and our special guests truly made this year’s celebration unforgettable! Unity Hall proved to be the perfect venue to welcome caregivers from across the state for an evening filled with joy, community, and heartfelt appreciation.
We were honored to host Councilwoman Odette Ramos of the 14th District, Ms. Ondoria Harmon from the Department of Aging, and other distinguished guests who came to show their support. Our talented vendors-Shugga Mama Treatz, All About The Wrist, Popaiazzi,Women 4 Purpose- offered beautifully handcrafted items—from journals and jewelry to delicious treats—adding an extra touch of magic to the night. Everyone was honored to purchase and recieve an autographed copy of Voice Of A Caregiver, written by first time author and CTAM founder, Shirl Parnell.
Every moment of the evening was dedicated to our remarkable caregivers, who pour their time, energy, and love into caring for others. This night was for them—to uplift, celebrate, and surround them with the gratitude they so deeply deserve.
Take a look at the photos below… and we hope you’ll join us next year for an even more inspiring celebration!
Saturday, October 25, 2025 The American Cancer Society sponsered Baltimore Making Strides walk-a-thon at Camden Yards to draw awareness and raise funds for cancer research. It was a beautifully cold day as walkers gathered with high energy and enthusiasm representing their loved ones battling cancer. Tanishia Lewis ,Senior Development Manager
Northeast Region invited us to provide caregiver resour
We met over 100 walkers and Ms. Shirl goes out of her way for each of them. Collected and distributed resources and information to help them along their journey, but she also adds touches of love to spur them on reminding them they are not alone.
CTAM was blessed to have spoken to nearly 100 participants who were happy to recieve buttons, pens, hand sanitizer, candies and ofcourse caregiver resources with information many of them were unaware existed. We had 20 people register to stay in touch with us and a number want to attend or volunteer with CTAM helping carry caregiver support even further. What a wonderful day!
Boscov's allows non-profits to raise funds through their Friends Helping Friends Campaign every year and this year was phenomenal! CTAM, with the help of the most caring shoppers, helped us raise funds that will enable us to continue creating events that support caregivers that give so much.
HONK THOSE HORNS… CAREGIVERS WON’T BE DENIED! 💛
It was a joyful, powerful day amplifying the voices of those who give so much.
From east to west, the CTAM team spread love and brought awareness for caregivers to the minds and hearts of those walking by or driving. We kicked off at Hillen & 33rd, rolled through Y at Waverly, stopped and honked at 33rd & Barclay. Our caravan ended at City Hall.
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Coffee Tea and Me launched My Sister Carried Me, a new support group inspired by longtime member Elder Jean Barns. Her idea quickly grew into a safe, uplifting space for sharing struggles, encouragement, and fellowship—showcasing how CTAM empowers members and volunteers to create impactful community support.
And the ladies were lovely in their pink.
July 12th, 2025 Coffee Tea and Me get out into the community joining with neighborhood associations such as Idlewood Community Association and the People's Community Church. Sheranda Didlyl from Idlewood invited Ms. Shirl and the CTAM team to participate at their Block Party Extravaganza, providing resources centered around edler care, caregiver support and other health and wellness needs.
CTAM volunteers enjoyed the day meeting over 50 community members of Idlewood and sharing needed respources with them. Not to mention the tasty treats and food that was there.
My Sister Carried Me
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