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Together, we will stay true to our mission – providing a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to grieving children, teens, families and the community. To help support our families and the community during Covid-19, we began hosting webinars on a variety of topics related to…

There is grief, trauma, and pain in the communities of America today. Our grief unifies us as one. Supporting a bereaved child involves compassion and commitment through genuinely listening and understanding their experience. It is an intentional process and teaches us so much about the hope and healing…

The experience of change and loss can impact everyone differently and can cause disconnection for families. We are excited to share the National Alliance for Grieving Children’s family activity book to help ensure everyone has the opportunity to share their feelings and feel validated. Click Here to Download…

As a parent or teacher you likely want to shield your children from worry or heartache. Unfortunately, we can’t protect our kids from every fear or dangerous situation, but we can protect them from the pitfalls of avoiding emotional pain and grief. Grief is the normal and natural…

In the best of times, many parents struggle over how to include children and teens in rituals and customs employed at the time of death.  With the COVID-19 pandemic limiting ways in which funeral observances can be held this is even more challenging. Choices about gathering sizes are…

Teenagers are Grieving more than Death Teens (13-17 years) are experiencing more than feelings around death during the isolation and “stay at home” orders due to the COVID-19 virus. During what is typically a very social time for this age group, they are being limited to interacting virtually…

The death of a loved one can be very painful. Grief can be so overwhelming, it frightens us. Many people worry about grieving the “right” way and wonder if their feelings are normal. Most people who suffer a loss may find themselves experiencing one or more of the…

Below Are a Few Suggestions That Might Be Helpful This Time Of Year. Take Only What You Can Use And Feels Comfortable To You: Acknowledge that this year will be different. Think about what aspects might be most difficult for you and choose to alter or eliminate them….