Below is a list of similar types of funds/ programs, in three different categories.:
- 1: Funds providing services to grieving children/families (many are local, but you can search for programs in your area)
- 2: Supportive Websites
- 3: Online Resources
Funds that provide services to grieving children/family:
HEARTplayThrough HEARTplay sm, the support of creative arts therapy is available to assist families to encourage children to explore and express feelings of love and grief. |
End of Life CareThe Good Grief Program provides workshops throughout the state for schools, parents and community groups, crisis intervention and development of a crisis protocol to help children develop coping skills around death, dying and loss. |
The Children's Treehouse FoundationEnsuring that every child whose parent is diagnosed with cancer is given the early tools and emotional support to cope. |
The Center For Grieving Children, Teens, & FamiliesDedicated to creating a caring enviornment where children, teens, and families grieving a death can find the support to grow through their healing process. |
The Children's RoomProviding a safe and caring place where grieving children, teens, and families can receive peer support and the guidance of trained volunteers. |
M.I.S.S. FoundationProviding crisis support and long term aid to families after the death of a child from any cause. |
Gilda's ClubProviding meeting places for social and emotional support for families and friends affected by cancer. |
FernsideIncorporating the use of expressive arts activities such as: painting, drawing, sculpting, journaling, etc. to allow children to safely express their feelings, because not all children have a language for pain. |
Judi's HouseA grief support group for children, teens and their parents. |
Supportive websites:
Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteA support website for grieving families with links to help. |
Griefs JourneyFocused on the bereavement for the loss of a spouse and life partner. |
Online Resources:
