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Journey of Hope Grief Support Center

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Journey of Hope Grief Support Center

We provide free peer grief support groups to children and their families who have experienced a death

Journey of Hope Grief Support Center offers these services in a warm, caring, and nurturing environment where the feelings of grief, pain, and loss may be expressed. Trained volunteer group facilitators lead participants in their personal journey toward healing and healthy reconciliation of their grief. At the Journey of Hope Grief Support Center we -

~ Offer support, not counseling,
for childre

n and their families/caregivers

~ Use developmentally appropriate
curriculum delivered by trained volunteers

~ Partner with the community and
are responsive to the needs of the community

~ Are able to support people of all faiths
because we are a nonsectarian, nondenominational organization

05/09/2025

We are deeply saddened to share that Nell Pearce passed from this life on April 30th.

Nell was a vibrant, energetic force in the Journey of Hope community and a tireless advocate for children’s mental health. Over the years, she served many roles at JOH as a facilitator, board member, program director, event planner, meal provider, and passionate supporter. Her dedication to children and families who are grieving was unwavering, and she poured her heart into every role she held.

Nell brought heartfelt passion to her work. She believed deeply in creating safe spaces for children to express their grief and feel understood. Her creativity, compassion, and fierce commitment helped shape the foundation of Journey of Hope, and her influence is still felt in the lives of those she supported and the group process today.

Whether welcoming a new volunteer, organizing a meal with her Sunday school class, selling Alternative Valentine’s Day cards, or sitting with a child who is grieving, Nell made everyone feel seen, valued, and cared for. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched, and she will be dearly missed. Our hearts are with Dave, Necia, and all her family.

Her service is on Monday, June 2nd at 11am at Christ United Methodist Church.

We invite those who knew and loved Nell to share their stories and memories as we remember the remarkable impact she had on our community.

04/23/2025

The time has come! Our Closing Ceremony is happening this weekend, and we can’t wait to gather with our Journey of Hope community.

Join us for family fun with therapy dogs from Pet Partners, Kona Ice, farm animals from Porter’s Corner, and more!

Visit bit.ly/johceremony for more information and to RSVP.

Join us as we close this chapter with gratitude and hope for the future. We can't wait to see you there!

04/19/2025

We’re just ONE WEEK from our Closing Ceremony! It’s been an incredible journey of healing, connection, and support, and we can’t wait to celebrate the strength of our families and the impact of our community. It's not too late to RSVP at bit.ly/johceremony!

Join us as we come together to reflect, honor, and look forward with hope. Whether you’ve been a family in our program, a volunteer, or a supporter, this moment is for all of us.

📅 Date: Saturday, April 26th
📍 Location: Grace Avenue United Methodist Church Frisco
⏰ Time: Formal, indoor closing ceremony from 9:30 am -10:00 am to honor the legacy and accomplishments of the last 27 years. Larger, outdoor event from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Visit bit.ly/johceremony to learn more and RSVP!

04/15/2025

We remain dedicated to supporting our families, volunteers, donors, advocates, and supporters through this transition. If you have any questions, thoughts, or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we are here for you.

For nearly 27 years, Journey of Hope has stood beside those navigating grief, and in this difficult time, we extend that same care and support to our entire community.

Visit our website at www.johgriefsupport.org/resources for information regarding other local bereavement centers and resources to help families continue navigating their grief journeys.

04/09/2025

You're invited! Join us as we celebrate our years of support with a meaningful Closing Ceremony—a time to reflect, remember, and honor our journey together on April 26th at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church Frisco.

Visit bit.ly/johceremony for more information and to RSVP!

This is a time for connection, reflection, and community. We hope to see you there!

04/03/2025

Join us for a fun and healing experience for the whole family as we celebrate the incredible work we’ve accomplished over the years and honor all our grief journeys.

📅Date: Saturday, April 26th
📍Location: Grace Avenue United Methodist Church Frisco
⏰Time: Formal, indoor closing ceremony from 9:30 am -10:00 am to honor the legacy and accomplishments of the last 27 years. Larger, outdoor event from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Visit bit.ly/johceremony to learn more and RSVP!

Special Highlights:
💜Therapy dogs from Pet Partners
💜Farm animals from Porter’s Corner
💜Kona Ice Truck
💜A memorable remembrance craft to honor loved ones
💜Stuffed animal giveaway – take home a cuddly keepsake!
💜Other local bereavement centers providing information

It’s been an amazing journey, and we want to honor all the milestones, memories, and partnerships we’ve built along the way! See you there!

03/05/2025

After almost 27 years of serving families who are grieving, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors. The past two years have been financially challenging for Journey, as it has for many non-profits. As a result of several factors, the board has decided to cease operation effective April 30, 2025. While Journey, as an entity, will no longer exist, our focus is to continue the mission of helping children and families navigate grief. We are actively working with potential sponsor organizations to carry forward some of our key programs, so that Journey’s impact can live on in a different way.

In celebration of the hope and support for the community, we are hosting a closing ceremony on Saturday, April 26th. More details coming soon.

Visit bit.ly/johevent to help us cover the costs associated with this event.

Thank you to all of our supporters, donors, and volunteers for the generous and loving support over the years. It's because of you that we were able to provide hope and healing to thousands of children and families who are grieving navigate their grief journey.

02/14/2025

This Valentine’s Day, we’re thinking of those who are missing someone they love. We know their absence is felt in a million little ways. Love doesn’t end when someone is gone—it stays with us, woven into our hearts and memories.

02/11/2025

💜Upcoming Free Webinar💜 When Words Aren't Enough: Helping Children Cope with Grief

This special webinar is for parents and caregivers of kids and teens who are grieving! Caregivers are invited to join JOH for a 1-hour webinar to understand the unique ways children process grief. We will provide practical tools for offering emotional support, creating safe spaces for expression, and fostering resilience through connection, empathy, and open communication.

There are two convenient webinar options:
2/19 at 6pm: https://bit.ly/feb19training
2/20 at 11:30am: https://bit.ly/feb20training

02/07/2025

Valentine's Day is one week away, and we know it can be a challenging time for kids and teens who are grieving. Our Valentine's Day Workbook is here to help! https://bit.ly/johvday

This $10 resource is designed specifically for mental health professionals to support young hearts navigating loss. Help them explore their feelings, honor their memories, and find moments of connection! Download your copy today: https://bit.ly/johvday

02/03/2025

This School Counselor Appreciation Week, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to the incredible school counselors who support students through life’s toughest moments. Your compassion, guidance, and unwavering presence help students who are grieving feel seen, heard, and supported. You make a difference every single day!

To show our gratitude, we are sharing a free version of our Valentine's Day Workbook! Download your copy today: https://bit.ly/johfreevalentine

01/31/2025

We are thrilled to recognize Sari Dangler, Owner and Founder of Positive Path PLLC, as a valued sponsor in our Hope Partners Program!

Positive Path is a group of counselors who independently manage their own practice and schedule but collaboratively work with children ages 2 years and older, teens, adults, couples, and families. They offer counseling for a multitude of issues ranging from anxiety, depression, stress to grief and trauma and beyond. Sari Dangler, MS, LPC-S, LSSP, also completes comprehensive Psychological Assessments to diagnose Autism, ADHD, Learning Disorders, etc. in children ages 2 years to adults.

A quote Sari finds inspiring: "It’s possible to go on, no matter how impossible it seems, and that in time, the grief … lessens. It may not go away completely, but after a while, it’s not so overwhelming.” ---Nicholas Sparks

Thank you, Sari, for your Legacy Advocate sponsorship and support of Journey of Hope. We appreciate your partnership!

Learn more about Positive Path at https://positivepath.us/

Address

Plano, TX

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19729641600

Website

http://www.johope.org/

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