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 💗 February at Adam’s Place: Love, Loss & Continuing Bonds 💗February often brings messages about love, connection, and togetherness, which can feel comforting for some and tender or complicated for others who are grieving. At Adam’s Place, we want to acknowledge that all of those feelings belong here. There is no “right” way to move through this month.Grief doesn’t mean love ends. In fact, love often continues in quiet, meaningful ways—through memories, rituals, and the ways we carry our loved ones with us. This month, we’re focusing on honoring those ongoing bonds with care and compassion. Grief looks different at every age and stage. Children may move in and out of grief quickly, teens may question what the loss means for their identity, and adults often carry both responsibility and sorrow at the same time. What connects all of these experiences is continuing bonds—the idea that love and connection don’t disappear after death.Continuing bonds can look like talking to a loved one in your thoughts, keeping traditions alive, remembering shared values, or noticing how their influence still shows up in daily life. These connections are not about “moving on,” but about learning how to carry love forward in a way that feels safe and meaningful.Caregivers often try to protect children from sadness, especially during emotionally charged seasons. One supportive approach is “naming both.”“This day can bring up love and sadness.” “We can miss someone and still enjoy moments of today.”Naming both feelings helps children learn that emotions don’t have to cancel each other out. It models emotional flexibility and gives permission for mixed feelings to exist side by side.Grief is not something to fix. It’s something to be held, witnessed, and supported. Whether your family is feeling heavy, hopeful, or somewhere in between, you are not alone. Adam’s Place is honored to walk alongside you, offering space for both remembering and healing.Connection takes many forms, and every one of them matters. 💗    Get ready for an exciting afternoon of fun and movement! 🏒 Adam’s Place and Camp Cope are thrilled to host a Street Hockey Clinic with Keegan Kolesar of the Vegas Golden Knights! A high-energy, hands-on experience kids won’t forget. Open to children ages 6–14, this special event is just $5 per child, and registration is required by February 6. 💛🖤Spots are limited, so sign up early and join us for a powerful mix of play, connection, and community!  💙 Finding Connection This Spring: Camp Cope 2026 🌱 As February unfolds, Adam’s Place continues to walk alongside families as they navigate grief, growth, and healing. While the season may still feel heavy, it’s also a reminder that connection and hope can take root—even in the quiet moments.Our Spring 2026 Camp Cope sessions offer a free, safe, and supportive space for children, teens, and caregivers who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Through creative expression, shared experiences, and guided peer support, families are reminded they are not alone—and that healing doesn’t have to happen in isolation.We are grateful to continue offering Camp Cope at two convenient locations this spring, making it easier for families to access the support they deserve. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we are honored to be part of your journey.Join Us This Spring!    Join us this Third Thursday for a meaningful and heart-centered conversation you won’t want to miss 💗 “Holding Love and Loss: Making Space for Tender Hearts” brings together the warmth, expertise, and compassion of Dr. Paul Clements, PhD and Alyssa Schutz, APRN, PMHNP-BC for an evening of connection, reflection, and support. This virtual adult support group offers a safe space to honor love, navigate loss, and feel truly understood—because you don’t have to carry it alone. 💞 Registration is required.Reserve your spot TODAY!🚀 Don’t miss out on the action! 🌟 Secure your spot at all our upcoming events by registering NOW!Click here for the full Adam’s Place Calendar of Events!     💻✨ Learning that makes a difference. ✨💻 At Adam’s Place, we’re committed to equipping professionals, parents, caregivers & community members with the tools to support grieving children and teens.📚 24/7 access to expert-led recorded webinars 💙 Thanks to grant funding, select courses are FREE 🌐 Start learning today: adamsplacelv.org/courses |
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