We know — October seems so far off — this school year isn’t even over yet! But, the date has been set, and we are already at work preparing for Memories That Move Us. The Children’s Room annual memories walk will take place on Sunday, October 3rd in Arlington.  We hope that you will mark [...]

For most, adolescence is a period of life defined by growth and new beginnings. Yet for many teens it can be a time marred by grief and turmoil. This workshop will explore how teens make sense of and negotiate between these two competing worlds.  Social workers, counselors, teachers, parents, and any adult working with teens will [...]

The Children’s Room Teen Performance Troupe has been on the road, performing their original skits and answering candid questions in middle schools, high schools, colleges, and social service agencies across Massachusetts.  The teens bravely and honestly share their personal grief stories and experiences with their audiences.
So often kids hold feelings of grief deep inside, and [...]

Our Parent Alumni Group is hosting a discussion group on Sunday, March 7, from 6:30-8:00 pm.
Please join us for an evening of conversation around the topic of helping your teenager through their loss. Alumni parents, current parents, and waitlist parents are all welcome, as well as anyone interested in joining the discussion around this topic.
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The Teen Performance Troupe has written an original show about grief in the lives of teens. Each of the performers is a teen who has experienced the death of a family member, and they have worked to incorporate their personal stories into an innovative performance.
 The Children’s Room Teen Performance Troupe looks forward to sharing their [...]

Thank you to the 350+ walkers who joined us, and to the many others who supported us from a distance!  Our Memories Walk and 10th Anniversary Celebration on October 4th was such a meaningful and successful day.  We enjoyed family, friends, inspiring words, sun (!) – and even a rainbow to bring the day to a wonderful [...]

For parents and other adults who have lost a close loved one – family or friend, there are so many discussions, issues, and concerns that arise.  There are topics that are difficult to discuss with people who have not experienced something similar.
The Children’s Room Parents Council, a group of program alumni who are dedicated to [...]

We are pleased to announce that our Resources page has been updated to include much more information designed to help you better understand and support grieving children, teens, and families.  Whether you’re a parent, teacher, counselor, or friend, we hope you’ll find the information here useful.

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A heartfelt article by Michelle Deville deals with how she as a parent is trying to help her daughter after the sudden death of her daughter’s teenage friend.
Michelle writes how this mirror her own experience in high school when her friend died in a car accident.  Michelle offers solid advice such as
Don’t ever invalidate the [...]