Erin's House provides support for children, teens, and their families who have experienced a death.
1993
Year Established
2,579
Individuals Served
in 2023
30,000
Hearts Healed
Over 30 Years
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Because grief can often cause children to feel isolated and different from their friends, peer support in itself helps children in the grieving process.
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It can be a challenge for parents and caregivers to know what to do, what to say, and how to help children who are grieving. Here are some resources that can help.
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Throughout the year, Erin's House hosts multiple events to raise awareness and funds in order to keep our services at no cost to families.
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CONTACT
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5670 YMCA Park Dr. West
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
Erin’s House for Grieving Children is located off St. Joe Center Road in northeast Fort Wayne situated near the intersection of St. Joe Center Road and Maplecrest Road. We are located near Kroger and in the same development as 3Rivers Federal Credit Union and the Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA, not far from I-469, Exit 29B.
Email: Info@ErinsHouse.org
Phone: 260.423.2466
Fax: 260.432.5089
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
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