Henry Ford SandCastles offers grief support to children, teens, and families who have experienced the death of a loved one.
We work as a preventative program to help children and teens learn how to grieve and cope with their loss in a constructive and healthy way. Expressing thoughts and emotions in a supportive environment builds self-esteem in children and strengthens their ability to make positive life choices now and as adults.
SandCastles helped me to realize that no matter that happens, I will have someone to talk to about my grief.
Jaden, age 11
SandCastles has helped my family in the grieving process. Without that support, my family probably would not be together.
Dora, parent
Helping Little Hearts through Big Loss: Involving Children in Funerals
Experiencing the death of a loved one is hard on anyone, but for children, it can be especially confusing and…
Journaling About Grief: Prompts to Get You Started
At SandCastles, we’re often asked if journaling about grief can be helpful. I’ve never considered myself to be much of…
Beyond Words: Practical Ways to Support Someone Grieving on Valentine’s
Valentine’s Day can be a particularly difficult day for people who are grieving. While well-meaning messages and flowers are nice,…
Love Beyond Loss: Navigating Valentine’s Day with Grief
Valentine’s Day can be particularly challenging for grieving people, as it often emphasizes romantic love and companionship. While the air…
The National Alliance for Children’s Grief’s Individual Bereavement Support Plan
A unique resource exists for families with grieving children: the National Alliance for Children’s Grief’s Individual Bereavement Support Plan. This…
When Grief Comes to School
Tips for Educators & School Personnel with Grieving Students SandCastles recently hosted an online “When Grief Comes to School” webinar with…
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