frequently asked questions

How does a family access the supports offered through Tighed Together?

Families begin their journey with Tighed Together by submitting an inquiry under the “Contact Us” page on our website. From there, a staff member will complete the intake paperwork and begin your journey.

Who is eligible for care?

Tighed Together supports all families, biological, chosen or a combination of both. We use the term “family” to mean a group of people that feel bound together in a cohesive unit.

Does Tighed Together only work with families dealing with traumas’ relating to cancer?

Although Tighed Together was originally founded because of a cancer diagnosis, we have expanded our care plans to support families wanting to heal from a wide range of life altering traumas.

What can Tighed Together offer my family?

We can offer your family improved communication systems and multiple opportunities for positive memory building experiences! We offer numerous ways for your family to heal and grow together.

Within our restorative and recreational outings, we challenge and nurture your group to reach for a brighter future. No matter how trying or difficult the trauma may is we at Tighed Together believe you and your family have choices, and our team of Family Facilitators will help you to identify some of your options. Using several resources, our facilitators’ expand their capacity to demonstrate compassion, empathy and understanding for all members involved. Practicing these new skills during your families’ outing of choice is where the long term memories are created.

For those interested, family videos of the experience are also offered to capture these restorative adventures.

What kind of outings are available?

Please see the “Our Outings” tab displayed on all of our website screens for more details. We are constantly growing our venue list and, if you don’t see a venue that you were hoping for, please let us know and we will attempt to build that outing for you!

frequently asked questions

What does a typical Tighed Together experience involve?

Each family typically meets with Tighed Together staff three or four times prior to their chosen outing. These sessions can be in person or, via Zoom. Following that, the family attends the outing at the venue of their choice, where they practice their new skills in a playful and fun setting. Lastly, the Family Facilitator will provide a closing conversation for the family to begin processing the healing steps that they have taken.

How much does a Tighed Together experience cost?

A Comprehensive Tighed Together experience is free.

All outings are provided via donations or gifts. Outings can range in price from approximately $500-$2,000. This price includes the venue fees, the facilitator fees and the resource materials provided for all of the family members participating in the outing.

How can I gift an outing to a family in need?

See our “Donors” tab which is displayed on the Home and, About Us pages on our website.

Is there a long wait for families wanting to participate?

Once completing the intake process, families then choose their location. From start to finish, most Tighed Together experiences take approximately 10-12 weeks. Please note, seasonal outings may require an extended time period.