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30 years of leading with the heart
HEARTplay is a heart-centered bereavement program. Our mission is to support children, teens and young adults of all abilities and their families who are coping with the serious illness or death of an important person in their lives.
HEARTplay offers support services for children, teens, and young adults of all abilities and their families who are coping with the serious illness or death of an important person in their lives. Services are offered at no cost to all families and include home, office, or virtual visits for individualized support, on-going bereavement groups, and bereavement day-camp workshops. Licensed mental health counselors and expressive therapists use movement, music, art, play, and discussion to help participants explore and express feelings associated with grief and loss. Participants are invited to honor their person, learn about the grieving process, and connect with peers who have experienced a similar loss. We strive to offer programs and services that are trauma-informed and responsive to the needs of families in our communities. HEARTplay is a program of Good Shepherd Community Care.
Announcing!
Camp HEARTplay at the Museum of Science Boston
Sunday, November 9, 2025 9am-5pm
A one day family grief camp program for children and teens ages 5-17 and their families. The camp day will include: opportunities to honor the person who has died, to learn about the grieving process, to connect with peers who have experienced a similar loss, to explore the museum, and to have fun!
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Offered at no cost to all families.
Museum admission, food, and parking expenses while at the museum will be covered.
Commitment for families includes: completing a family application and a family interview prior to camp.
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To receive updates and applications when available, email: kmcgrail@gscommunitycare.org
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As we often say in HEARTplay groups, we are so sorry for the reason you are here, but we are glad that you are here with us.
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