by Maureen Rieder | Mar 20, 2024 | Grief at Home for Families
Looking ahead to the transition to summer Transitions can be difficult for any child, but they may be even more difficult for a child who is grieving. There are often a lot of transitions that happen towards the end of the school year and as summer starts. It is often...
by Maureen Rieder | Mar 11, 2024 | Testimonials
Sometimes the best therapy is a therapy dog with glasses. Crisis Preparation is a Gift to Your School A crisis event that impacts students and staff is something we hope never occurs, but that is not how life works. Just in January, COJ assisted in three...
by Maureen Rieder | Feb 28, 2024 | Grief at Home for Families
Helping Your Child Grow in Confidence It is sometimes difficult for children and teens to feel confident. This is often even more difficult when a child or teen is grieving. At COJ we are confident that parents and guardians can assist their grieving children to find...
by Maureen Rieder | Feb 28, 2024 | Self-Care Corner
Soak Up the Sunshine! As the seasons change from winter to spring, one thing we love at COJ is the extra sunlight during the afternoon and evening hours! Lack of sunlight can contribute to a low mood for many individuals. Now that the sun will be out more, we...
by Maureen Rieder | Feb 1, 2024 | Press
Companions on a Journey Supports Grieving Community Members Kyra K., Staff reporter Companions on a Journey (COJ) is a faith-based social service organization that provides bereavement support and educational services for children, teens, adults, and families in the...