TCR is honored to have participated in The Survivors Gathering, hosted by the Boston Police Department for those impacted by homicide. TCR provided resources and stood in solidarity with the community, fostering togetherness and hope. Claire Blackford, Program Coordinator for School and Community-based Services, [...]
A study from the Boson Public Health Commission, Health of Boston 2024 Mental Health Report, states that more than one in three Boston public high school students reported experiencing persistent sadness for two weeks or more. For children and teens who have experienced the [...]
On May 9th, The Children's Room hosted its annual Circle of Hope Breakfast. This powerful gathering, which brought together over 350 compassionate individuals, was a testament to the strength of our community and the power of shared empathy. It was a moving experience for [...]
At The Children's Room, our commitment to supporting children, teens, and families who have experienced a loss is deeply connected with the dedication and involvement of our community, grounded in the essential skills we collectively share. Each year, over 50 volunteers dedicate their time [...]
Parenting can be a wonderful and constantly challenging experience. It is also exhausting, surprising, and rewarding. New parents may get videos as a resource about how to change a diaper or how to get their children to eat vegetables, but parents and caregivers don’t [...]
With an estimated 1 in 13 children in the state of Massachusetts experiencing the death of a parent or sibling before they reach the age of 18, it is likely that many adults will, at some point, know a grieving child or teen. This [...]
To run the Boston Marathon is a mighty endeavor, but doing so with a purpose that transcends personal achievement adds a profound layer to the journey. We delve into the inspiring story of a TCR volunteer who has chosen to lace up their running [...]
In the wake of a devastating loss, Kelly Walsh, a dedicated nurse, shares her poignant journey of healing after the death of her husband, Mike. Mike was a pillar of strength for their family. Kelly, along with their twins Ella and Tyler, faced unimaginable [...]
What is grief? Most people respond by saying it is sadness, but grief is far more expansive and complicated. It has many feelings attached to it, often several at the same time. Historically, it has been thought that infants and children do not grieve, [...]
This fall brings new and exciting ways of doing things at The Children’s Room. We continue to be committed to providing direct grief support services - both in person at our Center in Arlington, in the Community at Schools or Community Organizations, and through [...]
The Children’s Room
1210 Massachusetts Ave.
Arlington, MA 02476
Phone: (781)-641-4741
Fax: (781) 641-0012
Email: info@childrensroom.org
Our business office hours:
Monday through Friday
9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
