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Empowering peer support communities that improve lifelong grief coping and well-being.
Grief Support in Sylvester and Albany, GA
Dougherty and surrounding counties have some of Georgia’s highest bereavement rates, and our goal is to make sure thousands of families don’t have to face grief alone. Our Clubhouses are in Albany and Sylvester, GA, and we offer community grief groups in Dougherty, Mitchell, Terrell and Worth County.
For Kids & Teens
For Kids
& Teens
Kate's Club grief support programs for kids in Albany, GA and Sylvester, GA create healing communities where kids know they are not alone. Our safe third spaces help kids come to terms with grief, build coping skills, and improve their lifelong well-being.
- Ages 5-18
- School programs during the day
- Weeknights and weekends at the Clubhouse
- Open-ended participation
- Meals provided at full-day and weeknight programs
For more information about our Clubhouse, please contact:
Jasmin Hawkins
jasmin.hawkins@katesclub.org
Kate’s Club supports our members’ parents, caregivers, and families, too.
For Parents
& Caregivers
The #1 indicator of how a child will cope with grief is how the surviving caregiver copes with grief. By seeking support and resources from our community in Sylvester, GA, you can improve you and your child or family’s grief coping.
- Parents and caregivers of kid members
- Weeknights and weekends
- Open-ended participation
- Meals provided at full-day and weeknight programs
For more information about our Clubhouse, please contact:
Jasmin Hawkins
jasmin.hawkins@katesclub.org
Need support for your child or teen? Our flagship programs can improve coping skills and lifelong well-being.
For
Young Adults
Free grief support groups for young adults ages 18-30 help you find people who get everything that comes with grief and young adulthood – early career moves, dating, finances, and more.
- Free
- In-person and virtual options
- Member input for topics and outings
- Open-ended participation
For more information about LoKate, please contact:
Lane Pease Hendricks, MS, NCC
lane.pease@katesclub.org
Want to mentor kids and teens who are experiencing grief, just like you?
For Schools
& Professionals
Grieving families need support in every part of life, so we help school counselors, teachers, social workers and other providers become grief-informed. You can attend our trainings on your own or invite us to host trainings, groups, or education opportunities at your Albany, GA area organization.
- Can educate teams and provide direct service to grievers
- In-person and virtual trainings and programs
- Customizable lengths, topics and activities
- Collaborations with schools and other organizations
For more information about outreach services, please contact:
Jasmin Hawkins
jasmin.hawkins@katesclub.org
Did you know we now provide services for young adults ages 18 to 30?
Locations
Since 2022, Kate’s Club has offered our flagship Clubhouse programs in Albany, GA and hosted community grief groups at schools, afterschool programs, camps and more in Dougherty, Mitchell, Terrell, Worth, and surrounding counties. Find community with us in Southwest Georgia or one of our other locations.
Albany, Georgia
Programs for kids, families, and young adults to build community and resilience in the Albany, GA area.
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Sylvester, Georgia
Programs for kids, families, and young adults to build community and resilience in the Newnan, GA area.
Please contact Kate's Club for more information about specific offerings at this location.
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Other Regions
Programs for kids, families, and young adults to build community and resilience in the Coastal, Northeast, and Southwest Georgia areas.
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