Grief Resources
The feeling that come along with Grief can be intense! If you feel overwhelmed, you can contact the following crisis supports any time:
Crisis Text Line (text CONNECT to 741741).
Crisis Connections 24-Hr Crisis Line: 866-427-4747.
RESOURCES
Activities, tip sheets, education, etc.
The Dougy Center
National Center for Grieving Children & Families
Support Groups Available for those in Portland Metro Area. 503-775-5683
On their website, they have many resources and tip sheets: https://www.dougy.org/grief-resources/help-for-teens/
They also have a really cool podcast about grief: https://www.dougy.org/news-media/podcasts.
The Eluna Network
Eluna empowers children, teens, and families impacted by grief and addiction with community, connections, and a continuum of support.
Search for resources & programs local to you: https://elunanetwork.org/eluna-resource-center/
Request personalized support & resource navigation: https://elunanetwork.org/personalized-support/
ONGOING SUPPORT GROUPS
Bridges Center for Grieving Children (Tacoma & Puyallup)
Support groups for children ages 4-18 grieving the death of a family member. Has locations in Tacoma and Puyallup. 253-403-1966.
Seattle Children’s Journey Program
The Journey Grief Support Program is for any family who has experienced the death of a child, whether at Seattle Children’s or in the community. We provide pediatric grief support for children under age 18 who have experienced the loss of a parent/caregiver or sibling. We offer individual, couples, family and child grief support to residents of Washington State. 206-987-2062.
The Healing Center (Seattle)
Grief support groups for children and adults. 206-523-1206.
Providence Hospice Grief Support Services
Has locations in King, Snohomish, and Thurston/Mason/Lewis.
GRIEF CAMPS
Camp Erin (Eluna Network)
Children and teens ages 6-17 attend a transformational weekend camp that combines traditional, fun camp activities with grief education and emotional support, free of charge for all families. Led by grief professionals and trained volunteers, Camp Erin provides a unique opportunity for youth to increase levels of hope, enhance self-esteem, and especially to learn that they are not alone.
Camp Rosey (Tahoma Indian Center)
Culturally responsive and Trauma-Informed Healing for Our sacred youth age 7-17. Weekend camp and ongoing monthly community gatherings, both incorporating elements of culture and traditional medicine.
Camp Kangaroo
Camp Kangaroo is a bereavement camp experience offered free of charge to children in the community who have suffered the death of a loved one. Participants receive grief education and emotional support combined with fun camp activities. This program is psychotherapy and creative arts therapy based.