A Journey of Resilience
December 17, 2024
When Tyler and Jackson lost their dad at just nine years old, programs funded by Safe Crossings Foundation helped them navigate their grief and honor his memory.
A Milestone of Healing
December 5, 2023
Christy and her two sons, Christopher and Michael, never expected to need grief support services in their lifetime. But when Christopher was just two years old and Michael was four, their 14-year old sister, Ella, died after an unexpected accident. This life-altering tragedy drove Christy to find a space where her two sons could receive the necessary support to grieve the death of their beloved sister and learn healthy coping skills.
Managing Grief as a Young Adult
December 13, 2022
“I’m the oldest, so after my mom died, I did the laundry and shuttled the younger kids to their sports. My dad had a long commute, so it fell on me to keep things going at home.” When Kevin was 16, his mom, Kathryn, died after battling pancreatic cancer for three years. “She was a fighter for sure. She kept the family going, a lot of family trips—even one to Hawaii. She wanted us to experience as much of life as possible.”
Learning to Communicate Grief: Alex and Corey’s Story
December 3, 2021
“I’ll build a memory every day.” That was Corey’s plan when she and her 10-year-old nephew, Alex, learned that Alex’s terminally ill mother, Heather, was coming home from the hospital. Heather’s family was glad to have her home, especially because they couldn’t visit her often in the hospital because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But their time together was short. “I thought we had six months, but we didn’t. She was only with us—with her son—for two days.”
Caitlin’s Story
December 10, 2019
As this year comes to a close, I want to share a powerful story with you. A story of a brave young woman who, through
Leaving a Legacy
January 24, 2019
Caroline Wright, children’s book author and mother of two little boys, was diagnosed with the most aggressive brain cancer, a glioblastoma, and given a year
A Mixing Bowl of Grief
December 6, 2018
For the past 30 years, supporters like you have helped Safe Crossings Foundation provide kids with opportunities to express their grief in safe and constructive
Children’s Grief Awareness Day 2018—Sentinels of Hope
November 28, 2018
Drive across the 520 floating bridge any evening and you will be welcomed by four LED light towers, called the sentinels. These towers illuminate the
Healing Broken Hearts
November 28, 2018
Six years ago, when Julie and Bryan Roos’ son Jackson died unexpectedly, their world was shattered. As they gathered their three younger children close, Julie
Our 2018 Luncheon was a Great Success!
October 19, 2018
This year’s SCF Luncheon on October 18th, launched our 30th year of service to grieving kids and families. We are enthusiastically looking toward the future