Grief doesn’t exist in isolation. It’s deeply personal, but it also reaches beyond the individual, reshaping the way we interact with the people around us. It can bring relationships closer, or it can create distance. It can heighten tensions, test communication, or deepen understanding. [...]
When Sean Riley’s wife Josephine died of cancer in 2013—on her birthday—his world shifted in an instant. He was left not only grieving but also navigating life as a single parent to their two children. Like so many caregivers who come to The Children’s [...]
The start of a new year is often seen as a time of renewal, resolutions, and fresh beginnings. But for families navigating grief, this season can bring mixed emotions—a poignant blend of hope for the future and sorrow for what has been lost. At [...]
At The Children’s Room, diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just guiding principles—they are embedded in everything we do. When Kim Cayer, TCR’s Philanthropy Director, joined LeadBoston, it became an opportunity to deepen her understanding of equity and leadership while fostering connections that continue [...]
At The Children’s Room (TCR), our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is at the heart of our mission: to ensure no child, teen, or family grieves alone. Over the past two years, we’ve worked intentionally to deepen our understanding and take meaningful [...]
“After Kim died, Max would go into the living room where his mom’s hospital bed had been and ask, ‘Where’s Mommy?’” These are the words of Long Tran, who came to The Children’s Room with his 6-year-old son, Max, a year and a half [...]
We’re honored to announce that Governor Maura Healey has officially proclaimed November as Children’s and Teens’ Grief Awareness Month in Massachusetts! This important recognition brings essential attention to the experiences of grieving children and teens and highlights the need for compassionate, accessible community support [...]
For Brenda Walsh-Segesdi, volunteering at The Children's Room has been more than just a commitment—it's been a life's purpose. Since she first walked into TCR in October 1994, Brenda has been a constant source of support, compassion, and understanding for grieving children and [...]
We are excited to announce that The Children's Room has been selected to participate in the Harvard Business School Association of Boston’s Community Action Partners (CAP) program. Chosen from a competitive pool of over 25 applicants, TCR will receive pro bono consulting—an invaluable [...]
The Parmenter Foundation recently hosted a powerful panel event at Regis College, bringing together experts from nonprofits to explore ways of better understanding grief in our community. The Children's Room was proud to participate. Christine Lambright, our Program Director for School and Community-Based [...]
The Children’s Room
1210 Massachusetts Ave.
Arlington, MA 02476
Phone: (781)-641-4741
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Email: info@childrensroom.org
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