Thanks to the generosity of the John Hancock Nonprofit Marathon Bib Program, we now have four official runners!

Our Miles + Memories Team is a wonderful representation

of the TCR community.

Martin Conneely

Owner of Conneely Contracting in Arlington, and long-time, generous supporter, who will be running his third marathon in support of TCR (and ninth in all)! 

Maritza Ebling

Cousin and niece to a TCR family whose daughter died of SUDC, who says, "I have seen firsthand the power to overcome with help from others."  Bib # 24613 

Tina Milani 

Current TCR volunteer group facilitator, whose own experience includes the loss of her mom at age nine, is inspired by the TCR kids who have had similar losses.

Bib # 25839 

Donna Sharff 

Our own executive director, a life-long runner, who is thrilled to have the opportunity to run a marathon in support of the TCR families.

Bib # 25838  

Please join us  in supporting the Miles + Memories team!  

Read more about their inspiring stories and their  

dedication to the children and families in our communities who are coping with the death of a parent (spouse) or  

sibling (child).  

• Follow our runners online at baa.org.
• Join our cheering section! Friends, fans, family, and supporters from The Children's Room plan to meet in front of Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

Miles: 26.2 miles of inspired dedication 

Memories: Keeping loved ones alive in our hearts 

Our annual Circle of Hope Breakfast will take place on May 3rd, 8:30 to 9:30 am at the Boston Newton Marriott Hotel.

We invite you to join us to learn more about our peer support programs, and share the privilege of witnessing the courageous journeys of the children and families who take  

part in The Children's Room support groups.

If you would like to attend, please RSVP to:

info@childrensroom.org. 

Soccer Tournament, Sunday, June 26th 

We're pleased to announce  

the second annual Team Up Soccer Tournament!

Early registration ends April 15th! 

• Food and refreshments, face painting, soccer shooting competitions, and more!
• There will also be a wonderful silent auction going on all day.

Visit the Team Up Soccer website for more information.

Supporting Emerging Adults Coping with Loss

Tuesday, May 10, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

It has been estimated that around 25 percent of traditionally aged college students have experienced the death of a family member or friend within the last year. This workshop will explore the intersection of typical young adult developmental issues and the experience of bereavement.

• Registration Information: $100.00 per workshop or $90.00 for early registration.
• Workshops take place at The Children's Room from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Continuing education credits available for social workers, counselors, and teachers.
• Click here for a registration form. 

Presented by Deborah Rivlin, MA

Director of Education & Training at TCR and adjunct professor at Mount Ida College.

Deborah has worked in the field of bereavement for 35 years.      

Summer Workshops: Visit our Workshop Series page on our website.

Tuesday, August 2:  Crisis Response & Planning

Thursday, August 4:  Loss in Adolescence

Tuesday, August 9:  Fostering Resiliency in Children

Thursday, August 11:  Supporting Emerging Adults

Tuesday, August 16: Supporting Young Children  

For more information about workshops, trainings, and consultations contact Deborah@childrensroom.org  or call 781-641-4741 x321.

Parent Alumni Group 

The Parent Alumni Group (PAG) is an active group of "alumni" adults, whose families have taken part in our support programs, and who have remained connected to the mission of The Children's Room. They meet regularly to support and give back to newly bereaved families in a variety of ways, including hosting regular discussion groups about the experiences and challenges of grieving children and families. PAG is open to all alumni families of The Children's Room.
Visit the Parent Alumni Group page on our website for more information.

Save the Date:

Annual Parent Alumni Group Cocktail Party 

Thursday, June 16, 6:30 - 9:00 pm   

For inquiries and RSVPs contact jen@childrensroom.org 

Our Heartfelt Thanks 

We are grateful to so many of you whose support makes a huge difference here at The Children's Room. A word of thanks to some special donations of time, talent, and much-needed resources:

Miles + Memories Marathon sponsors:

We are grateful to the John Hancock Marathon Non-profit Program for granting  

The Children's Room four bib numbers for the 2011 Boston Marathon.

For their generous and caring contributions over many years, our heartfelt thanks go to:

• Jan Streitburger of Crescent Hill Studio for her beautiful graphic designs and generous donations of time and talent since 2005.
• Harry Allen of Arlmont Fuel, for providing The Children's Room with free heat, a new heating system, and his warm personality since 2006.
• Martin Conneely of Conneely Contracting for his generosity, and for taking good care of our home so that TCR families have a safe and nurturing place to come to each week.

We would also like to thank:

• Our Miles and Memories Cocktail Party & Auction Volunteer Committee who created a beautiful, memorable & successful event!!
• Nicole & Kerith at Blooms of Hope for brightening our house and events with colorful spring flowers.
• All our gifted, reliable, caring volunteers (close to 100!) who we could not do without... thank you one and all.