The Buckeye Ranch’s Caregiver Peer Support Groups, hosted in partnership with REAL TALK Real Support, provide a space for parents and caregivers whose children are receiving mental health support through any program at The Buckeye Ranch to come together and share their journey with others who understand. Featuring educational sessions and community discussions to provide valuable insights and resources, the goal of these free support groups is to create a community for every caregiver so they can also find hope as they navigate how to support healing for their child and family.
The Buckeye Ranch has a Peer Support Liaison to support caregivers with questions as the explore the Caregiver Peer Support Groups, and REAL TALK, Real Support and The Buckeye Ranch both have facilitators present at every session to guide group conversation, help build community and teach social-emotional tools to support you as navigate supporting the mental health journey or your child.
Caregiver Peer Support Groups take place several times each month at The Buckeye Ranch’s Residential Treatment Services campus in the Mary Dunn Building at 5665 Hoover Road in Grove City, Ohio.
No pre-registration is required – we simply invite to you come to a support group session to listen and learn more about if the groups are a fit for you! Groups are also free to attend. We believe every caregiver deserves support regardless of their ability to pay, and we strive to remove financial barriers to healing.
Upcoming Meeting CalendarChildcare support from vetted and background checked Buckeye Ranch team members to ensure that childcare is not a barrier to accessing support
An opportunity to network with a like-minded community of fellow caregivers with similar lived experiences
A safe space to discuss challenges you’re experiencing as you support your child on their healing journey
Access to The Buckeye Ranch’s Peer Support Liaison as you navigate your family’s healing journey
Facilitated conversations providing educational sessions on how to support your mental health
A chance for resource sharing so you can learn more about other supports across our community
Celebrations of big and small wins, and a weekly or monthly reminder that you’re not alone
REAL TALK, Real Support is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers of children with mental health challenges. Through honest conversations, peer support, and practical resources, REAL TALK creates a judgment-free space where families can connect, share experiences, and find encouragement.
In addition to direct support, REAL TALK is committed to community outreach, regularly engaging in local events, and collaborating with school districts to provide resources and guidance for families. Through these efforts, the organization helps break stigma, foster understanding, and ensure every caregiver has access to the support they need.
To learn more about Caregiver Peer Support Groups at The Buckeye Ranch, reach out to us today.