Children ages 3 to 5 are grouped together. Children ages 6 to 12 are divided into groups according to parent or sibling deaths and how the person died. We have special groups for those who have experienced a suicide or a violent death. Children experience a talking circle time plus opportunities to express thoughts and feelings in various play activities of their choice. Teens ages 13 to 19 meet together.
Teens can choose to go to the other rooms for activities of their choice.
All groups are facilitated by trained volunteers and the professional staff of The Dougy Center. Each Group has up to 15 children and seven volunteer facilitators. We do not charge a fee. We invite families to make a tax-deductible monthly pledge of an amount they choose. The pledge is entirely voluntary.