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Grief Resources

At Big Heart Big Smile Foundation, we understand the profound impact of loss and the journey of healing that follows. Grief touches everyone differently, and through these resources, we aim to support children and families navigating the challenges of loss.

No Child Should Grieve Alone

​For peer grief support, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Kaci’s mom, Joni Edelbrock. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone — we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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Joni Edelbrock

Certified Grief Advisor

Call: (425) 359-5616 

Email: joni@bigheartbigsmile.org

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Whether you're seeking guidance, comfort, or a connection to others who understand, we hope these resources bring you a sense of healing and hope, just as Kaci's radiant smile continues to inspire us all.

Resources

The Compassionate Friends

The mission of The Compassionate Friends: When a child dies, at any age, the family suffers intense pain and may feel hopeless and isolated. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.

The Dougy Center

The mission of Dougy Center is to provide grief support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and their families can share their experiences before and after a death. We provide support and training locally, nationally, and internationally to individuals and organizations seeking to assist children who are grieving.

The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is committed to serving as a catalyst for leading a national movement to educate, advocate and raise awareness about the needs of children and teens who are grieving, and those who support them.

National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG)

Blue Skies

Share Your Support

Grief touches many young lives, with 1 in 12 children experiencing the loss of a loved one. At Big Heart Big Smile, we are dedicated to addressing the profound impact of childhood grief by bringing comfort and hope to kids in need. By combining community initiatives and heartfelt care, Big Heart Big Smile ensures that Kaci’s legacy continues to bring comfort and smiles to kids in need.

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