Joel’s Place provides peer-based grief support for school-aged children and their families who have experienced the death of someone special.
We provide free support groups for children who have experienced the death of someone special.
We do not receive government funding. Your gift supports grieving children and their families.
We meet every other Tuesday at Bay Presbyterian Church from 6:00-7:30 PM.
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In a supportive, hope-filled environment, children, teens, and their caregivers can express their feelings, share memories, and honor the person who died, alongside peers who have also experienced the death of someone special.
“I have never felt so called to do something in my entire life. Thank you for fostering an environment that allows me to feel supported and comfortable using my skills to help these kids.”
“Joel’s Place is an amazing place run by amazing people. They’ve helped me deal with the loss of my friend. I don’t know where I’d be without them.”
“Joel’s Place is a safe place for my daughter to share her feelings. It has truly been a joy for my daughter to be in this program, not only for her grieving but also for her confidence.”
“I was introduced to Joel’s Place [when I was 13, after the death of my father]. Joel’s Place left a lasting imprint on my heart that will forever be there. As a child they taught me how to grieve through various mediums- from art, to journaling, to song and spoken words. The facilitators there gave me the space I needed to understand the immense feelings of grief, the up and down journey that comes along with it, and healing. I was able to honor my feelings, and thoughts while honoring the memory of my dad.”
New families are welcome to attend our grief support groups any time at Joel’s Place. Contact us, share your story, and join us.