We find ourselves at a uniquely challenging moment as the impact of COVID-19 on our lives increases with each passing day. As we cope with social distancing and stay at home orders, stress and uncertainty are everywhere, particularly for parents. Parenting is a stressful experience at the best of times, …
Dear Community, We have seen that the entire world is facing feelings of isolation and grief as our way of life has changed, routines are upended, and a sense of safety has been incredibly disrupted. We’re working hard to respond, not just for Good Grief families but for the entire …
This is a time of uncertainty, fear, grief and anxiety for children everywhere. Who better to help than Good Grief? As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads globally, many children are worried that they or the people they love will die. Yet as our children have questions and look for answers on …
Dear Community, As the news headlines remind us daily, COVID-19 is changing our lives in profound ways. The pandemic has forced the postponement or cancellation of treasured celebrations, ceremonies and rituals like birthdays, anniversaries and weddings which connect us as human beings. It is also impacting how we honor and …
Dear Community, As part of the actions being taken across the country and around the world to address the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease and in order to ensure the health and safety of the hundreds of children and families we serve each week, we have made the decision to close our Good …
The deadly shooting attack at a kosher market in Jersey City last December is no longer in the news headlines but it remains fresh in the minds of people who live and work in the community including teachers and counselors in the city’s schools. The incident, which occurred near an …
As communities across the country confront an alarming increase in suicides, particularly among young people, public attention is focusing not only on suicide prevention efforts but also on programs to help individuals and communities heal and move forward after suicide. “Building Resilience After Suicide” is the theme of day-long symposium …
A STATEMENT FROM GOOD GRIEF CEO, JOE PRIMO: When violence occurs in our community, near our home, and to those we love we are challenged by a daunting question: what do we tell the children? Today, violence resulted in its ultimate evil and ended at least 6 lives in a …
“My mom was my best friend. She put everyone’s needs before her own. I did not really understand that until I was 13, during my mom’s last few months of breast cancer, and after she was gone.” 17-year-old emcee, Ilyssa, shared with the 287 guests at Good Grief’s 9th Annual …
