Massachusetts
If you have found us because you have experienced a loss, our hearts go out to you. We welcome you to reach out and join us as at an upcoming support group, remembrance event, or schedule an appointment to visit our Center for Child Loss located in Northborough, MA.
If you would like to speak with someone or need financial assistance submit out our online application form and we will be in touch.
WHO WE SERVE
At The TEARS Foundation Center for Child Loss in Northborough, Massachusetts, we have created a comforting space for bereaved families to receive compassionate support following a pregnancy or infant loss. Our center includes a resource library and offers meeting space for one-on-one peer companion appointments, remembrance gatherings, sibling events, and volunteer opportunities. The Center is 100% operated by donations and is staffed by trained bereaved parents who are dedicated to helping other families during their time of need.
Please contact us to schedule an appointment.
Massachusetts Chapter of The TEARS Foundation Center for Child Loss
300 W Main St, Building A
Northborough, MA 01532
Email: [email protected]
Call/Text: 617-785-8779
Center Director: Brenda Johnston
HELP YOUR COMMUNITY
The need is great in the state of Massachusetts. There are no government funds available to support bereaved families who need to make final arrangements for their baby and ongoing bereavement support. With your help, we can support these families and make a difference in Massachusetts.
We invite anyone from our community to become a VolunTEAR – you do not have to be a bereaved parent to participate in our volunteer opportunities. Please contact us for upcoming volunteer meetings or join our Volunteer Committee Group.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Butterfly Brunch
Date: Sunday, February 12, 2023
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: Center for Child Loss, 300 W Main St. Building A, Northborough, MA 01532
Details: Join us for a casual get-together for women who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss to make connections in our loss community. We will have light refreshments to enjoy, as well as craft materials available should you decide to create a project in honor of your baby.
Free to attend. This is an event for women only, thank you for your understanding (there will be other events planned throughout the year for bereaved families).
Please email [email protected] with any questions.
Please visit our Facebook page for more information on upcoming events or stay updated by signing up for our monthly newsletter.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Our groups are welcoming and safe spaces to share your loss story and honor your baby. Groups are free to attend and peer-facilitated by trained bereaved parents who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. Groups start with a topic and include time for open discussion.
All support groups are on hold until further notice.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Comfort Kits – Submit this form to request. Comfort Kits are thoughtfully designed packages for newly bereaved families in Massachusetts who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Each Comfort Kit includes hand painted ornaments lovingly created by volunteers and additional remembrance gifts and grief resources. Comfort Kits are currently free due to the generous donations we have received from the community.
Peer Companion Meetings – If you are not ready for a group setting, we invite you to chat with us one-on-one. Please contact us to schedule a peer companion meeting in our Northborough center or virtually.
Angel of Hope Monument in Hyannis, MA – An everlasting memorial to honor and remember the babies gone too soon.
Book Recommendations – Please visit our list of books focusing on grief and pregnancy and infant loss here.
STAY IN TOUCH
Facebook: Massachusetts Chapter of The TEARS Foundation
Instagram: @tears_massachusetts
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MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER LEADER
Brenda Johnston
[email protected]
(617) 785-8779
