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Whatever the grief, there is hurt…

But there can be hope with some support and care. glimr

 

In 2008 Ryan’s Heart began providing loving support for grieving children and their families. Since our inception, we have encouraged youth to process grief in healthy ways.

 

Grief is a painful and emotional journey that affects everyone from time to time. It is during these difficult times that many of us lose our hope and faith. Through peer support, community programs and fostering the safe expression of grief and loss, Ryan’s Heart helps to restore this hope and emotional well being by making a positive difference in the lives of grieving children and their families.

That’s what Ryan’s Heart

is all about…  

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sad-childNeighborhood Hearts...

A 10 week grief support workshop for children and their families or caregivers who are experiencing the death of a loved one. (read more...)

 

The Heartbeat...

One of our goals is to provide as many avenues for grief support that we can. To help us do that, we are often holding special events and fundraisers. Check out our Heartbeat to find out what is new or to learn about new new programs or literature. (read more... )

2010 Quilt Raffle Winner!!!  

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Congratulations Wanita Hallowell!!! 

Thank you for you continued support!!

 

 

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Providing Hope...

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Nearly 1 in 20 children have experienced a loss of a parent by the age of 18.


How Children Grieve

 Children grieve differently than adults. They are not capable of abstract thinking and need facts to help them understand death. Nor are they able to put their own fears and questions into words. Consequently, children often act out their anger, fears or denial.

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Children need to grieve as part of the family. They will be repetitive with their questions as they attempt to understand the meaning of their loss. Embrace them. Comfort them. Love them. Giving children choices and avenues to express themselves will greatly increase their healing process.


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