Hope's Place for Grieving Children

09/04/2025

Founded in 1995, Camp Ray of Hope is a weekend retreat for individuals and families grieving the death of a loved one. Held annually in September, Camp Ray of Hope is ...

06/09/2025

Navigating Special Days like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day & Other Milestones While Grieving As spring arrives, so do reminders of Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and graduation season. For many, these are joyful days of recognition and celebration. But for those who are grieving, these moments can...

08/30/2023

Today is . The NACG recognizes that those who have experienced loss carry their grief with them each day, and we are committed to continuing to support children, teens, and families who are grieving. Today we acknowledge the uniqueness of a child's grief experience, as it can vary and often differs from that of an adult. It is important to gain insight into the common themes of childhood grief. To view our full "About Childhood Grief" resource, visit https://bit.ly/3Zcib97.

03/03/2023

With the weather predictions for tomorrow, we're moving our Community Dinner to Sunday, March 5th. There will still be lots of great food and music! Hope to see you there!

03/02/2023

March is Disabilities Awareness Month and it is important to know that people of all abilities grieve. Here are some tips for talking to children with disabilities about death. The NACG has free resources for supporting children with all abilities who are grieving. To read more and view the resources, visit http://bit.ly/3km9ysp.

02/15/2023

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02/08/2023

11/14/2022

Children's Grief Awareness Day is designed to help us all become more aware of the needs of grieving children — and of the benefits they obtain through the support of others. Children's Grief Awareness Day is an opportunity to make sure that grieving children receive the support they need.

11/14/2022

Children’s Grief Awareness Day is November 17th! To participate in this day, you can show your support by wearing blue! Children's Grief Awareness Day helps us to acknowledge grieving children and learn ways that we can support them.

Most children and teens will experience the death of a parent, close family member or friend before they reach the age of eighteen. Often their grief is overlooked or goes unrecognized. The first step in helping children through grief is to simply listen and let them know they are not alone. We can also read books with them about grief and visit your local grieving children’s program for information.

Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area offers Hope’s Place: a safe place for grieving children located at 304 Main Street in Waterville. The program provides a supportive environment for grieving children, teens, and families through peer support groups. The groups nurture and encourage expression of grief and loss in a safe, welcoming environment.
For more information about Children's Grief Awareness Day, visit

Children's Grief Awareness Day is designed to help us all become more aware of the needs of grieving children — and of the benefits they obtain through the support of others. Children's Grief Awareness Day is an opportunity to make sure that grieving children receive the support they need.

08/23/2022

A weekend retreat for those grieving a loved one.Founded in 1995, Camp Ray of Hope offers individuals and families a place to come together to learn new ways to cope w...