Support services for those who are experiencing grief and/or loss.
The mission of the Anti-Violence Partnership of Philadelphia (AVP) is to reduce the entire cycle of violence by providing a wide range of services from support and counseling for victims and their families to rebuild their lives in the aftermath of violence. They provide comprehensive and collaborative programs throughout Philadelphia in schools, social service agencies,…
The Child Mind Institute is an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Our teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents, professionals and policymakers to support children when and…
Aunt Bertha’s network connects people seeking help and verified social care providers that serve them. Thousands of nonprofits and social care providers serve their communities. But for most people, navigating the system to get help has been difficult, time consuming, and frustrating. Too many Americans are suffering, and they don’t need to. So at Aunt…
HelpGuide is a nonprofit provider of quality health information. They offer the guidance and encouragement you need to find hope, get motivated, take charge of your mental health, and start feeling better. They focus on what you need to know to understand the challenges you face, make informed decisions, and take positive steps. HelpGuide’s mission…
Nemours is a nonprofit children’s health system. Neil Izenberg, MD, a physician at Nemours, founded KidsHealth.org in 1995. Their goal is to help parents, kids, and teens take charge of their health. They aim to give families the tools and confidence to make the best health choices. Here’s what you’ll find on KidsHealth.org: Doctor-reviewed advice on…
The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) is a nonprofit organization that raises awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who supports them. Through the collective voice of their members and partners we educate, advocate and raise awareness about childhood bereavement. The…
Peter’s Place was founded in 2001 in memory of Peter Morsbach. After Peter’s sudden death at the age of ten, his family and friends became aware that there were few support options for grieving families, especially for those who could not afford it. Friends of the Morsbach family created Peter’s Place, the first family grief…
Uplift offers peer support groups for children and teens in grades K-12th who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives. Peer support and a caring adult presence help to reduce the feelings of isolation and loneliness that children often experience after death. Uplift has multiple locations around the city of Philadelphia. Creative activities…
What’s Your Grief’s mission is to promote grief education, exploration, and expression in both practical and creative ways. They achieve this mission by providing: Resources related to understanding and coping with grief and loss Guidance on how to help a grieving friend or family member Online courses about grief and supporting someone who’s grieving Resources,…
