Rick's Place, Inc.

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Rick's Place, Inc.

Providing compassionate grief support to youth ages 5-18 and their caregivers following the death of a close family member or friend.

06/05/2026

☀️ KICK OFF SUMMER WITH US! ☀️

Family-friendly? Absolutely.

Kids required? Nope!

Whether you're meeting friends for an afternoon out or bringing the whole family, there's something for everyone at this year's Kickoff to Summer!

🎵 Live Music
🍔 Great Food
🎟️ Incredible Raffles
☀️Kid-Friendly Activities

Gather your crew and help us kick off summer for a great cause!

Get your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/steve-nagles-summer-kickoff-party-tickets-1988926881844

06/03/2026

We’d like to thank the Alternatives for Youth Foundation (AYF) for their incredibly generous $10,000 donation in support of Rick’s Place and our free peer grief support programs.

As the supporting foundation of The Key Program, AYF was created to provide support and mentorship opportunities that help young people build brighter futures. Their commitment has positively impacted countless youth and families throughout our Western Massachusetts community.

We are especially grateful that AYF recognizes the challenges children and teens can face after the death of someone important in their lives. Their generosity helps ensure that no family is turned away from support because of financial barriers.

This gift will help Rick's Place continue to be a space of connection, understanding, and hope for children, teens, and families alongside others who truly understand. 💙

https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/ricks-place-receives-10000-grant-for-grief-support-services/

06/01/2026

Did you know that Rick’s Place offers peer grief support groups in area schools during the school day? 💙

Peer support groups offer students a safe space to connect with others who are experiencing similar losses and life changes after a death. Grief can deeply impact a student’s school day, and giving young people a chance to slow down, remember the person who died, and connect with peers who understand can positively affect both academic success and mental health.

As we wrap up a busy spring school year, we’re reflecting on the incredible trust, bravery, and vulnerability it took for these students to join a group and share their experiences. Here are just a few of the many meaningful projects and processing opportunities created this year: memory jars, "Before & After” paintings, and more.

Interested in bringing a grief support group to your school next year? Swipe to learn more! We recommend reaching out as early as possible to get on our schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.

05/29/2026

Be sure and join us at this year’s Kickoff to Summer event with Steve Nagle and Rock 102!

Get your tickets today!! Loads of family-friendly activities, food & drink, incredible raffles, and good company - all for a GREAT cause! This event is open to the community, so please help us spread the word and let’s make this year the best one yet.

We can’t wait to see you on June 20th at Vanished Valley Brewing Co! 😎

05/28/2026

There are still a few spots left in our upcoming Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group!

Please call us to register today, or share with someone you know who could benefit!

05/22/2026

We are beyond excited for the 3rd Annual Kickoff to Summer Party with Steve Nagle and Rock 102!

Steve’s connection to Rick's Place is deeply personal. After the death of his wife, Jennifer, he and his daughters found support and community through Rick’s Place. Wanting other families facing loss to have that same support, Steve created this fundraiser to give back and honor Jennifer’s memory.

Now in its third year, this family-friendly event continues to bring the community together for a great cause. Every ticket, raffle item, and donation helps provide FREE grief support to those who need it most. 💙

Join Steve in helping us ensure that no child, teen, or family grieves alone.

05/20/2026

Last week, we wrapped up our spring session with a final family group night and took time to celebrate our volunteers who walked alongside our youth and families throughout the season. 💙

A special thank you to Sixteen Acres Garden Center for generously donating flowers to help us thank our volunteers. 🌸

Your kindness helped us recognize the people whose compassion, dedication, and support continue to make our new space feel like home!

05/19/2026

🎉 EXCITING NEWS!! 🎉

Tickets are now ON SALE for Steve Nagle’s Summer Kickoff Party, all to benefit Rick's Place!

This year is sure to be packed with family-friendly fun! You can expect the Forest Park Petting Zoo, tie-dye and face painting stations, food trucks, amazing raffles, live music, balloon animals, and MORE! ☀️🎶🎈

Be sure to get your tickets today!
Scan the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/4ukLpRV

05/18/2026

We want to give a huge shout-out to all of the incredible sponsors from our recent Walk, Run, Remember!

Thank you to each and every one of you for continuing to show up for the children, teens, and families who make Rick’s Place such a special community. Your generosity and commitment to our mission help make this work possible, and we truly couldn’t do it without you. 💙

Address

85 Post Office Park, Suite 8521
Wilbraham, MA
01095

Telephone

+14132792010

Website

http://www.ricksplacema.org/

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