Registered charity that offers a community of open-ended, continuous peer groups for children and teens and their parents/caregivers who have experienced a death in their immediate family
Support groups
peer support groups are offered for children and youth ages 3-19 years old, at no cost to families * grief-related themes are explored through talk circles, games, expressive arts activities, and play, led by professional staff and trained volunteers
also offers online support groups for those who cannot attend in person or who would prefer to participate from home
Education and Training Educational presentations and consultations to schools, educational organizations, employers, community agencies, faith communities and other groups on topics that include:
understanding the grieving process
understanding child and youth grief
talking to children about death and dying
supporting employees in the workplace
supporting grieving students at school
Consultations by phone Free telephone consultations to anyone wanting to better understand child and teen grief and ways they can support a young grieving family * provides information regarding grief support counselling agencies and recommended grief counsellors and suggested books on grief related topics
Resources and Support for Grieving Families and Communities
library
tip sheets
articles
newsletters
programs poster
About Us
To help children, youth and their families who are grieving a death, find a sense of belonging, connection and understanding from others experiencing a similar loss