The
Center for Grieving Children is a safe place for children, teens and their
families to find compassionate peer support, engage in commemorative
activities, gain information about the grieving process, and express feelings and
experiences in an accepting environment.
The program is for children 3-18 years of age and the adults who care
for them at no charge. The Center has an
evening program called Family Night which occurs on the second and fourth
Tuesday of every month, from 6-8 pm during the school year. Family Night begins with a shared meal and
visits from therapy dogs. Participants
then break up into five age groups with adults having their own groups as
well. Trained facilitators and
volunteers lead these groups through activities designed for the sharing of
feelings, life experiences and memories.
These activities often include arts, crafts, interactive games and
discussion. Each Family Night then ends
with a candlelight commemorative ceremony.
During the summer the events are held on the third Tuesday of each
month. Volunteers are the heart of the
program. They create a safe and caring
place. Last year over 150 people
participated and 80-97% of the families agreed they have been helped. If you are interested in helping this great
organization you can visit their website at www.cgcfoxvalley.org.
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