New Song Center for Grieving Children

New Song Center for Grieving Children offers support groups and activities for children ages 5-12, teens 13-17, and young adults ages 18-25. It is open to any child, teen, and young adult in the community who is grieving the death of a loved one, and there is no cost to attend.

Programs

• New Song Center for Grieving Children — Children ages 5-12; teens 13-17; young adults ages 18-25; parents/adult caregivers · Open to any child, teen, and young adult in the community who is grieving the death of a loved one; no cost to attend support groups or activities.
• Family Grief Support — For all ages · For children ages 5-12, teens 13-17, young adults ages 18-25, and parents/adult caregivers.
• Enduring Ties — For children ages 4-12, teens 13-17, and young adults 18-25 · For families whose child has died; for adults grieving the death of an only child; separate groups for Spanish and English-speaking adults.
• Luz del Corazón — For any adult or family mourning a death · Support for Spanish-speaking or bilingual families.
• Valley Schools — Talks for staff and students following a death; campus support groups adapted for school community and grade level.
• Community Workshops — For schools, businesses, medical and faith groups; support for grieving students and colleagues; enhanced understanding of grief.
• Comprehensive Training — A 15-hour, week-long course on grief; teaches skills to facilitate support groups.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old

About the provider

Founded in 1977, New Song Center for Grieving Children has the mission of helping families heal. It also offers Family Grief Support, Enduring Ties, Luz del Corazón, Valley Schools talks and campus support groups, Community Workshops, and Comprehensive Training.

There is no cost to attend New Song support groups or activities. Open to any child, teen, and young adult in the community who is grieving the death of a loved one, regardless of whether Hospice of the Valley cared for that family member.

What families say

“New Song was an absolute blessing for my boys and I after my husband passed away a few years ago. All of the volunteers are caring and supportive and really helped us heal through the grieving process. I can honestly say without the support of New Song, our journey would have been much more difficult.” — Heather Hirsch

“As a school-based mental health professional I have utilized New Song services on a number of occasions over the last few years. I consistently refer students and families experiencing grief to their NO COST support groups and resources. They have been responsive, helpful, and caring!” — Natasha Davis

Last updated November 4, 2026.