November 2026

Construction at Dougy Center West is wrapping up as we speak. We can’t wait for the BIG reveal to come very soon! 

This long-held dream is coming true because of the generosity of so many extraordinary people in our community. As we move closer to the finish line of our capital campaign, we want to ensure everyone has an opportunity to be part of bringing Dougy Center West to life. That's why we're especially excited to share a powerful opportunity.

Thanks to a generous gift from the von Colditz Family, every dollar donated by current and former volunteers between now and the end of the year, up to the first $25,000, will be matched dollar for dollar. That means your gift will go twice as far, moving us even closer to opening our doors for more grieving children and families. There has never been a better time to make YOUR impact. 



If you’re interested in learning more or making a gift, please contact Lani Faith. Find more about the capital campaign here.

Help Us Connect with Westside Facilitators

We are so excited for the upcoming Winter 2027 opening of Malcolm's House, our new home on the west side. In anticipation of expanding our groups, we are hosting a Volunteer Facilitator Training in February, specifically for folks who want to volunteer at the new location. If you know anyone who might be interested, they can learn more and apply here.  

Upcoming Adult Caregiver Group Facilitator Peer Supervision

Do you facilitate an adult caregiver (ACF) support group? If so, be sure to sign up for the next ACF Peer Supervision meeting on Tuesday, November 17, 2926, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. This supervision meeting happens virtually and is a great way to connect with other caregiver group facilitators to share celebrations, challenges, and ask questions. To sign up and receive the link, email Lindsey Brodie.

What We Are Reading

We know you learn so much about grief from the children, teens, young adults, and adults we support in our groups – but there is always more to discover. Check out these books that we've been exploring lately. Do you have one we should know about? Email Jana DeCristofaro.

• I found my dead boyfriend's body on the floor and then tried to be polite and never bring it up again by emily bolcik. Emily's book is available through the link in her Instagram bio (@emilybolcik). Emily was also a recent guest on Grief Out Loud Ep. 369 Writing Through the Center of It 

• The Luckiest – a Memoir of Love, Loss, Motherhood, and the Pursuit of Self by Kelly Cervantes 

• Dispatches from Grief: A Mother's Journey Through the Unthinkable by Danielle Crittenden