This 7 session peer-to-peer support group is the introductory program at WNY Compassion Connection. This program provides peer support and activities to families with children aged 4-18 who have lost a significant loved one. Families will have the support of their peers, specially trained staff and volunteers. This program consists of 7 sessions, providing some gentle structure to guide families through their grief journeys.

A peer support group for those navigating the death of a spouse/partner, to be in company with those who have experienced similar loss. A gentle space to share, facilitated by our trained volunteers.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve a sibling. Your grief matters and it deserves to be witnessed. At WNY Compassion Connection, we believe in the power of peer-to-peer support and believe that shared experiences can make even the heaviest grief feel less isolating.

Adults who have experienced a traumatic loss are welcomed into this peer group to navigate the grief, pain and loss together. These sessions are facilitated with the support of Michelle Marabella, LMHC, with great care, compassion and empathy.

Adults who have lost someone to substance misuse are welcomed into this peer group to navigate the grief, pain and loss together while searching for light.

Losing a child at any age is heartbreaking. This ongoing peer support group is for any parent who is grieving the death of their adult child. Find support and company from others who are grieving a similar loss, and navigate the journey together with the help of a trained facilitator.

For mothers navigating the loss of a child, Cups of Comfort provides a meeting place for coffee, community, conversation, comfort and compassion. Lean on this group of mothers as you find your own path through the grief of losing a child, and learn how to continue to show up for your family on the journey.

This ongoing peer support group is for bereaved fathers who are navigating their grief journey after the loss of a child. Come get support, community and conversation while learning how to manage your grief and continue to be a husband, father, or family member in the wake of loss.

Losing a parent is a difficult experience for anyone, at any stage of life. This group is open to adults who have lost a parent and are looking for support, community, compassion, and conversation with those who have experienced a similar loss.

Adults who have lost someone to suicide are welcomed into this peer group to navigate the grief, pain and loss together while searching for light. These sessions are facilitated with the support of Michelle Marabella, LMHC, with great care, compassion and empathy.

Kintsugi is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, often using gold paint to fill in the cracks. Rather than hiding the damage, this method highlights the fractures, recognizing that even when broken, it can still be beautiful. Kintsugi teaches that our grief is not something to be ashamed of or hidden. Instead of pushing away difficult feelings, the practice honors our struggles and our survival, transforming the pain of loss into a visible testament of healing.

Facilitated by Tricia Applegate, this workshop will incorporate gentle movement and journaling prompts as a way for us to process grief and practice self-compassion.

Camp Erin is an annual, bereavement day camp that combines traditional camp experiences with grief support activities. This camp is offered at no cost to children ages 5-18 who have experienced the loss of someone significant in their lives. Please register your child using the link below by July 10th!

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Come join us for ice cream and check out the center! Whether you currently attend or are considering joining programs here, we’d love to show you around this beautiful space and answer any questions you may have.

A supportive youth football camp to help kids navigate grief, loss, and life’s challenges. Build skills, make connections, and discover strength through teamwork and play.