Grief Through a Hispanic and Latino Lens: Why Culture Matters in Bereavement Support When we think about grief, it's easy to focus on the emotions that often accompany it—sadness, anger, guilt, confusion, or longing. While these experiences can be universal, the way we [...]
El duelo desde una perspectiva hispana y latina Cuando pensamos en el duelo, es fácil centrarnos en las emociones que suelen acompañarlo: tristeza, enojo, culpa, confusión o añoranza. Aunque estas experiencias pueden ser universales, la manera en que comprendemos, expresamos y afrontamos el [...]
Grieving as a Bereaved Parent While Supporting Grieving Children Experiencing the death of a child or a parent is an unimaginable loss that profoundly impacts every aspect of a family’s life. As caregivers navigating your own grief, you also face the daunting challenge of [...]
We are excited to share the wonderful news that Alan Simpson, a long-time volunteer and board member at The Children’s Room, has been honored by the New England Patriots with the prestigious 2024 Myra Kraft Community MVP Award. This award recognizes volunteers who have [...]
The Children’s Room is known for offering various programs that provide grief support for children and families. TCR has been expanding this reach by developing and implementing a new, proactive approach to grief work—a social and emotional learning curriculum called Pathways of Change, taught [...]
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 [...]
Life can throw unexpected challenges our way, and Carrie Tate's life took an unexpected turn when she was just 11 years old. A tragic helicopter accident claimed her father's life, leaving her and her family stricken by grief. At the time, Carrie's mother, Sherry, [...]
Navigating grief can indeed be a solitary journey, often leaving individuals feeling adrift in unfamiliar emotional terrain. However, within these challenging moments, providing meaningful support becomes abundantly clear. Recently, The Children's Room hosted a thought-provoking presentation led by Jen Noonan, Program Director for [...]
The Children’s Room
1210 Massachusetts Ave.
Arlington, MA 02476
Phone: (781)-641-4741
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