SUDC Cares: Complimentary Coaching Program
“Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” -Vicki Harrison
Our Complimentary Grief Support & Coaching Program is led by experienced mental health professionals who understand the unique challenges of grieving the sudden and unexplained death of a child. Our goal is to provide trauma informed support, practical tools, and a safe place to help you navigate life after loss.
This individualized program provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to share your grief journey while receiving practical guidance and support.
Your grief coach will work alongside you to help you navigate the many emotional and day-to-day challenges of loss by developing skills such as:
Healthy coping strategies
Setting and maintaining personal boundaries
Effective and compassionate communication
Managing grief triggers and difficult milestones
Self-care and emotional wellness
Identifying personal strengths and sources of support
Rebuilding routines and moving forward while honoring your child’s memory
Every person’s grief is unique. Coaching is personalized to meet you where you are and support your individual needs and goals.
Session Details, Summary & Application
Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for your healing journey. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes, and sessions are held weekly or every other week, depending on your individual needs and preferences.
Summary: The SUDC Foundation deeply cares about your well-being. By endorsing and implementing coaching and support services at no cost to the individual, we aim to address immediate needs while contributing to your long-term resilience and recovery. Together, we can create a supportive environment that promotes healing, and hope for those affected.
Important Information
Grief coaching is not psychotherapy, counseling, crisis intervention, or medical treatment, and it is not intended to diagnose or treat mental health conditions. It should not be considered a substitute for clinical mental health care.
Throughout the coaching process, your coach will continually assess whether grief coaching remains the most appropriate level of support. If it becomes apparent that your needs would be better served through psychotherapy or another level of clinical care, your coach will discuss this with you and help connect you with appropriate community resources or mental health providers outside of SUDC Cares.
What to Expect
Complete the registration form.
A member of our team will contact you to schedule an intake meeting.
During the intake, we’ll learn more about your current needs, answer your questions, and determine whether grief coaching is the right fit for you at this time.
If the program is a good match, you’ll be paired with a grief coach and begin scheduling individualized coaching sessions.
Program Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Registered Families: You must be registered with the SUDC Foundation.
- Loss Due to SUDC: Families who have experienced the loss of a child due to SUDC.
Program Objectives
- Specialized Coaching Support: Receive tailored coaching utilizing various therapeutic approaches to address individual needs.
- Coping Strategies: Acquire a range of coping strategies to process and manage grief, stress, and emotional challenges effectively.
- Emotional Expression: Learn skills to encourage open and honest communication with your loved ones to facilitate healing and promote unity.
- Family & Relationship Dynamics: Address potential challenges and conflicts while acquiring the tools you need to promote healthy and fulfilling relationships.
Session Details, Summary & Application
Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment for your healing journey. Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes, and sessions are held weekly or every other week, depending on your individual needs and preferences.
Summary: The SUDC Foundation deeply cares about your well-being. By endorsing and implementing coaching and support services at no cost to the individual, we aim to address immediate needs while contributing to your long-term resilience and recovery. Together, we can create a supportive environment that promotes healing, and hope for those affected.
How To Apply
If you are an eligible family seeking support for our Complimentary Grief Support and Coaching Program, we invite you to apply below by filling out the application form.
Grief is not a disorder, a disease, or a sign of weakness. It is an emotional, physical, and spiritual necessity, the price you pay for love. The only cure to grief is to grieve. – Earl Grollman