A family gathers around a photo of the child they lost to a life-threatening illness. Friends of Karen is a non-profit that provides vital financial, advocacy, and emotional support to families ...

Grief is overwhelming at any time in life, but it often becomes the heaviest during student years, with already demanding routines and emotions running high. If a friend lost a dear one, you may ...

Soon, families like Miles’ on the southside and in Johnson County will have a much closer option to handle their grief.

As I watch my son grieve the loss of another close friend only a month and a half after losing the first, it reminds me that we are in a time where parents have to prepare to discuss conversations of ...

New beginnings, like heading back to school in a new classroom with new friends, can be exciting for some kids. However, like all new beginnings, a new school year can also bring up tough emotions for ...

Grieving individuals often struggle with decision-making, making open-ended offers of help overwhelming. Supportive actions ...

To help children and families grieving a death navigate their path to a hopeful future. Vision: A world where no child grieves alone. Values: Children are our greatest gift. We value Kindness, ...

David Knapp’s book, “I Didn’t Know What To Say”, serves as a cornerstone of Grief Relief Ministries’ resources. Unlike traditional narratives centered on personal stories, Knapp’s book is written for ...

Phrases like “If you need anything, just ask” or “I’m here if you need me” are commonly offered after the loss of a loved one. While often well-intentioned, these words can serve more to relieve the ...

My patient’s husband was admitted to the hospital with COVID-19 and passed away three days later, alone, on a ventilator. She was too sick to mourn the devastation; she had also contracted COVID-19 ...

Grief is isolating, especially when you’ve lost someone you relied on for support. Imagine you’ve suffered a particularly salient loss, like the death of your beloved father. Even though it can be a ...