Annie's Hope - The Center for Grieving Kids

November is Children's Grief Awareness Month. Why raise awareness? Unsupported, unresolved grief often results in school failure, sleep issues, anxiety, depression, risk-taking behavior, self-harm, and even suicide. It takes kids longer than people think to adapt to life without the person who died, and their inner turmoil can last through adulthood. Annie's Hope seeks to raise awareness of the devastation and long-term challenges faced by grieving children. This month we are dedicating all of our efforts in helping grieving kids know they're not alone. #kidsgriefmatters

Thank you to our friends at St. Louis Cardinals and The Muny for gifting tickets to Annie's Hope. What a great way to share these wonderful St. Louis treasures with the community. #kidsgriefmatters

St. Louis CITY SC’s next home turf match-up is against the San Jose Earthquakes at CITYPARK! Follow the link to make your donation and enter for your chance to win 4 tickets to be a part of a future game! Follow the link here: https://lnkd.in/gVX8rXQz

Your volunteer journey begins here! Want to help support grieving kids and give back to your community? Follow the link to apply now, and don’t miss our next volunteer training in August! Follow the link now: https://bit.ly/4ewyQeL

There is still time to register for our Comprehensive Grief Workshop. This 4-day gathering is designed for medical professionals, child life specialists, teachers, social workers, counselors, and community advocates who want a comprehensive and didactic learning experience on the nuances of grief. PLUS, the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers has approved this in-person workshop for 30 units of continuing education credit! Registration deadline is July 1. For more information, call 314-965-5015 or follow the link here: https://bit.ly/3JzvSb5

Today, June 19, 2024, we recognize Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It is a day of celebration, and this year those celebrations may resonate in new and different ways. We encourage our followers to take time to explore this new resource from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. "Talking About Race is a new online portal designed to help individuals, families, and communities talk about racism, racial identity, and the way these forces shape every aspect of society, from the economy and politics to the broader American culture" (NMAAH, 2020). https://lnkd.in/dHUBWme

Thank you, Camp Volunteers. We hope to see YOU again in 2025. Don’t miss any of the memorable fun! To get started on your own journey as an Annie’s Hope volunteer, follow the link here: https://bit.ly/4ewyQeL

There is still time for your chance to win 4 ST. Louis CITY SC Tickets! With a value of over $700 +! All you have to do is make a donation through July 7. Every $100 donation received earns one entry in the drawing. Larger donations receive additional entries. To make your donation today, follow the link: https://lnkd.in/gVX8rXQz

Don’t miss Community Yoga hosted by Prana Yoga! Come support grieving kids while getting the chance to move your body. All proceeds will be donated to Annie’s Hope. Donate at the door and sign up here https://lnkd.in/gcd-AwaY

This week's book highlight is "A Cross-Cultural Look at Death, Dying, and Religion," chosen by Family Support Group Coordinator Lindsay Rosso! If you've read this book, what are some of your favorite passages or thoughts?