Open to Hope Foundation

09/28/2026

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After the death of Stephen’s only son, grief becomes his guide to find a new way of living in a world without his son.

09/10/2026

09/08/2026

Twenty-five years after September 11th, the lessons of grief, family, and hope continue to resonate.
In this powerful reflection, Dr. Heidi Horsley shares what she learned through her work with families who lost firefighters in the World Trade Center attacks—and from staying connected with some of those families over the decades that followed.
She reminds us that grief has no timetable. It changes as families change, often resurfacing at birthdays, graduations, weddings, and other milestones. And while grief remains part of the story, so do resilience, connection, purpose, and hope.
Perhaps the most enduring lesson: healing does not mean forgetting. It means finding a way to carry the love and memory of those we have lost forward while continuing to live.
Read Dr. Heidi Horsley’s full article on Open to Hope as we remember 25 years since September 11th. To read the full article go to https://www.opentohope.com/25-years-after-september-11th-what-i-learned-about-grief-families-and-hope/

09/04/2026

Dr. Heidi Horsley will be joining this inspiring group of speakers as they reflect on 25 years post 9-11.

09/01/2026

As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11th, Dr. Heidi Horsley reflects on 25 years of healing, remembrance, and hope in New York City.

Having worked with 9/11 families and witnessed the city’s journey firsthand, Heidi reminds us that healing does not mean forgetting. We can honor those we lost while continuing to find connection, purpose, love, and hope.

Read her powerful reflection, “New York City: 25 Years of Healing and Hope,” Open to Hope | Grief & Loss Support

08/29/2026

Honored to spend time with world-renowned grief expert David Kessler Helping Parents Heal Conference. 💜

David has dedicated his life to helping people navigate grief and find meaning after loss.

The Open to Hope team is grateful to share in this important work of bringing hope after loss.

08/28/2026

So wonderful to be at the Helping Parents Heal Conference with Elizabeth Veney Boisson and Irene V. of Helping Parents Heal. 💜

Open to Hope Heidi Horsley and Rebecca Horsley Bara are grateful to be here connecting with this incredible community, sharing resources, and working together to bring hope and healing to grieving parents and families. There is something very special about being surrounded by people who understand the power of connection, support, and hope after loss.

08/27/2026

The Open to Hope team is here at the Helping Parents Heal Conference! 💚 Helping Parents Heal

We’re so grateful to be surrounded by an incredible community dedicated to supporting grieving parents and families. Stop by and say hello, learn more about Open to Hope, and find resources for hope and healing after loss. Rebecca Horsley Bara ee


Heidi Horsley

08/05/2026

What would you say if you had one more conversation with someone you love? 💙

A grief letter can give voice to the words left unsaid and create space for healing. In this heartfelt article, Shari Thompson shares how writing a simple letter became one of her first steps toward hope—and offers prompts to help you begin your own.

Read the full article: The Healing Power of a Grief Letter⁠

07/27/2026

Can grief shake your faith? Absolutely. Can it deepen it? Yes. Sometimes both happen at once.

After a significant loss, it’s common to question everything you once believed. You may feel angry at God, uncertain about your faith, or find yourself leaning on your spiritual beliefs more than ever. All of these responses are part of the human experience of grief.

As Dr. Heidi Horsley shares, “Doubt is not the opposite of faith—it is often part of it.” There is no “right” way for faith and grief to interact. Whether your beliefs are changing, growing stronger, or simply being questioned, give yourself permission to bring your whole heart to the journey.

Read more about how faith and grief can coexist—and how spiritual practices may offer comfort after loss.

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