The Center for Grieving Children, typically located in Portland and Sanford, and currently doing programming online, announces upcoming volunteer info-sessions and is currently filling two Facilitator training classes. The one hour info-session, which takes place on Zoom, provides information for anyone interested in learning about becoming a peer group facilitator, and other opportunities to keep the Center’s amazing mission moving forward.
Upcoming sessions are March 3 12-1p.m., Monday, March 14 from 5-6 p.m., and Thursday April 14 from 12-1 p.m.
To learn more and register for one of the sessions, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator Beth at 207-775-5216 or beth@cgcmaine.org.
About the Center for Grieving Children: For children and families confronting loss, change, and grief when someone close to them dies or is seriously ill, the Center for Grieving Children is an oasis of loving support, where it’s safe to talk about feelings and experiences. At no charge, the Center’s age-specific peer support groups are available weekly in Portland and Sanford and online during the pandemic. In partnership with Portland Public Schools, the Center also offers peer support for children resettled locally from countries suffering violent conflict or natural disaster. Additional peer support groups are available for young adults, bereaved parents, and widows/widowers/partners. Community outreach throughout the year brings the Center’s training, information, and crisis support to schools, workplaces, and other organizations. Trained volunteers make the Center’s services possible. Founded in 1987, the Center for Grieving Children served 621 individuals in peer support groups last year.