The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado

Loss in our community continues to rise after the pandemic, especially to suicide, substances and outdoor adventure accidents. One in 12 children in our region (1 in 5 indigenous children) will lose a parent or sibling by the time they are 18, and more than 45% of our clients are children and families. Our appeal to you is urgent. We ask for your financial help to offer grief counseling, children's camps, school-based grief support, and community response after traumatic death. 

"I can't imagine making it this far in our journey without them!"

Testimonials

After our Children's Grief Camp, the response we heard most from our young participants was, "I realized I am not alone."

"No one thinks about the loss of income when a loved passes away. Whether it's a spouse or a grieving parent who has to take a leave of absence, knowing your children can get the help they need is a huge relief".

"They were a calm in a crazy storm".

"Our family will be eternally grateful for The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado."

We know that bereaved youth are at an 80% higher risk for mental and physical health issue, substance use, and suicide. Our work is part of the larger prevention efforts needed during this national mental health crisis. More than 60% of our clients live below the poverty level.

Thank you for helping us make a difference in the lives of those who have experienced significant loss!