If you are grieving the loss of a child, you've probably heard someone say it's time to "move on." Although often well intended, those words can be some of the most painful a grieving parent hears. One of the greatest misconceptions about child loss is that healing...
Every step has a story. For many grieving parents, one of the hardest realities after the loss of a child is feeling like the rest of the world has moved on. The casseroles stop coming. The cards become less frequent. Friends aren't sure what to say. But the...
Families throughout Tyler and East Texas often tell us that summer can feel especially difficult after child loss. As the school year ends and summer begins, many families look forward to vacations, late nights, swimming pools, camps, and extra time together. But for families who...
Where to Find Grief Support in Tyler, TX Grief can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to carry it alone. If you are in Tyler or the surrounding East Texas area and walking through the loss of a child, you may be wondering where to turn....
There are moments in grief that feel too heavy for words. Moments when the world keeps moving, but your heart quietly stands still. For one mother, that moment began not with a visit to the Park… but with a gift she never expected. A friend had...
For families grieving the loss of a child, finding places of understanding and remembrance can make all the difference. The Children’s Park of Tyler offers support groups, meaningful programs, and a peaceful place where love and memories are honored. February is often known as the month...
The start of a new year often carries an expectation of fresh beginnings. For grieving families, that expectation can feel heavy. When you have lost a child, time does not reset with the calendar—grief simply continues, carried into each new season. At The Children’s Park of...
The holiday season can be especially tender for families who are grieving the loss of a child. Traditions that once brought joy may now carry deep sadness, and gatherings can feel overwhelming. At The Children’s Park of Tyler, Christmas in the Park was created to...
This year, as rain and storms swept through East Texas, The Children’s Park of Tyler made the difficult decision to move its annual Day of Remembrance ceremony online. Though we couldn’t gather in person among the trees and lights, something remarkable happened. Our community showed...
By John, a father who found healing at the Park. When John first came to The Children’s Park of Tyler, he was a father searching for peace after the unimaginable loss of his child. Grief had changed everything. His days felt heavy, and even...