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​Friends of Aine

​​Center for Grieving
​Children and Families
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Save the Date!
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Date: Saturday, March 11th
Time: 6:30 PM - Midnight
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown​

SEA of HOPE Gala

​2023 marks our 7th Annual Gala! There will be dinner, dancing, live auction, and tons of fun! Registration will open soon!
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WHO WE ARE

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​We're here so kids know they're not alone.

We​ provide bereavement support services and resources to children and families who have suffered the death of a loved one. ​
About Our Vision

WHAT WE DO

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Grieving is natural. Grieving in silence isn't.

Everyone has their own way to grieve. We help them find their way.
Support Programs
Education Initiatives
Advocacy

WHY WE DO IT

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1 in 13 kids will lose a parent or sibling by age 18.

That's why we are so committed to empowering children, helping them understand and navigate their grief.
About the Stats
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Save the Date!

SEA of HOPE Gala

Date: Saturday, March 11th
Time: 6:30 PM - Midnight
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
​​2023 marks our 7th Annual Gala! There will be dinner, dancing, live auction, and tons of fun! Registration will open soon!​
Learn More
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Registration Is Open!

Winter Series Grief Groups 

Join our FREE peer-to-peer grief groups beginning the week of January 3rd, and running 8 weeks.   We welcome children and teens ages 4-18 years and their caregivers.
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All services are in person at 226 Coolidge Ave,  Manchester NH
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Latest News

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School Partnerships

Grieving kids begin to heal and learn coping skills when they talk about their feelings and share stories. Backpack activities are designed to start these types of conversations. We're partnering with schools to help kids heal.
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Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of Friends of Aine, offering essential support for grieving children, teens, and families. ​If you're interested in volunteering for Friends of Aine, we're grateful. Get involved!
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Sea of Hope

Learn about our Mission, Vision & Values in our new plan, the Sea of Hope. Children are our greatest gift, and this is our promise to them. Learn more
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Our Blog

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Resources

Looking for additional resources? We have links to a number of great organizations to help families in need. Learn more here.
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Grief is like the ocean; it comes in waves, ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, ​and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.
Vicki Harrison
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Building A World Where No Child Grieves Alone

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Stay Connected

Thanks to the generosity of donors, our
services are offered at no cost to families.
Please consider donating. Thank you!

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​Friends of Aine
​Center for Grieving Children & Families
​226 Coolidge Avenue
Manchester, NH 03102

For Grief Support

603.669.1120 Ext. 6002
For General Inquiries
603.669.1120

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  • Support
    • Peer-to-Peer Support
    • Program Schedule
    • Family Registration
    • Registered Family Portal Access
  • Education
    • Workshops and Training
    • Grief Backpack Initiative
    • Educational Portal Access
  • Advocacy
  • Events
    • Annual Gala
    • Kid's Try-athlon
    • Gathering in Remembrance
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
  • About
    • Donate
    • Mission and Vision
    • Aine's Story
    • Our Board
    • Our Team
    • Our Blog
    • Latest News
    • Contact Us
    • DEI Statement
  • Volunteer
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Volunteer Portal Access
  • Resources