What is it?
The Traumatic Unexpected Grief program is a counseling and educational program for the survivors of homicide victims. This one-of-a kind program focuses on how Traumatic Unexpected Grief due to homicide impacts those who are left behind as well as how gender differences and second injuries (inflicted by the media, the criminal justice system, and others) affect their grief process.
While adults participate in the TUG Program, children ages 4-12 and teens are involved in our Healing Children's Hearts program.
Who runs it?
Our counselors are mental health professionals and are among the very few who have training in traumatic grief. Most of our staff members have themselves faced the unexpected death of a family member or other significant person in their lives.
How long is it?
The TUG program runs once a week for approximately 8 to 12 weeks. They meet evenings from 6:30 to 8:30. Upon completion participants may join the ongoing monthly support group, which meets the second Monday of every month.
How do I sign up?
Contact our office to enroll in the next group. For additional information or to sign, please call: (856) 866-2066.
Individual and family counseling is available if desired. Contact the office for an appointment.
Those who complete the TUG program are also able to participate in an on-going support group that meets on a monthly basis.
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