That moment captures something essential about childhood grief: children don't need to forget the person who died in order to heal.

They need places where they can remember. Places where they can say their person’s name. Places where love for someone who died can be carried openly.

For Noah’s family, A Haven has become that place.

Because remembering is part of loving.

And love doesn’t end when someone dies.

death, grief, child grief, copingA HavenSeptember 17, 2026Grief, child grief

Looking Beyond Behavior

A new blog post this week expands a little bit on the information we've shared this month about behavior in grieving kids. Wondering what behavior is normal for a child who has experienced a death? The answer might surprise you...head over to our website www.ahaven.org to read and find out.

child grief, grief, death, coping, helpful wordsA HavenMarch 25, 2024

How to support a grieving child

Allowing children to freely express their grief is an important part in healing. When we listen, they feel supported, safe, and loved. Normalizing and validating their experience also provides opportunities for children to be more open and honest in the future.