Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss

Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss Transforming Grief and Loss into Resilience, Empathy and Compassion We provide free peer grief support year-round for as long as is needed.

Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss, is a grief support center for children, young adults and families dealing with the death or life-altering illness of a parent, sibling or child. We also provide training and education to over 2000 individuals annually through Imagine University™ at school districts, houses of worship, agencies, corporations, and other organizations throughout the United St

ates. Finally, we provide onsite support at your school, business, or community location after any trauma or loss. Our goal is to create communities where grief and loss are transformed into resilience, empathy and compassion; and create communities where no child grieves alone. Imagine is completely privately funded through the generous contributions of our donors, and our work is only made possible through their support. If you are a family in need of support please contact [email protected] to schedule an orientation.

📣 Join us for an inspiring day of learning, connection, and community at the Grief, Hope, & Recovery Conference hosted b...
06/05/2026

📣 Join us for an inspiring day of learning, connection, and community at the Grief, Hope, & Recovery Conference hosted by Community in Connection (CiC)!

We're proud to share that Imagine's Training & Education Director, Veronica C. Ortiz, LPC, will serve as the keynote presenter, leading a session titled "How to Support Someone Coping with Loss Using an Intersectional Lens."

This free conference is designed for professionals, peer recovery specialists, and community members seeking practical tools and support around grief and recovery. Attendees can earn CEUs, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and connect with others committed to building more compassionate communities.

📅 June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Raritan Valley Community College, Branchburg, NJ

Whether you're attending for professional development or personal growth, this event offers valuable insights into supporting those navigating loss.

How do you talk to a child about death?It’s one of the hardest conversations many parents, caregivers, educators, and pr...
06/04/2026

How do you talk to a child about death?

It’s one of the hardest conversations many parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals will ever have—and one of the most important.

Join Imagine for a free Grief Education Webinar, How to Talk to Kids about Death and Dying, where we'll explore age-appropriate ways to discuss death, answer difficult questions, and support children who are coping with loss.

Whether you're supporting a grieving child or preparing for future conversations, this webinar will provide practical guidance, helpful language, and greater confidence in navigating these meaningful discussions.

📅 Wednesday, June 17
🕛 12:00 PM–1:30 PM
💻 Free Virtual Webinar

Register today at imaginenj.org/events

Some losses are not caused by death — but can still bring deep grief, heartbreak, and isolation.At Imagine, our support ...
06/01/2026

Some losses are not caused by death — but can still bring deep grief, heartbreak, and isolation.

At Imagine, our support groups focus on grief related to death loss. However, we often hear from community members looking for support around other types of loss and life experiences. We wanted to share this community resource for parents coping with estrangement from an adult child.

Parent Experiencing Adult Child Estrangement NJ (P.E.A.C.E.) is a monthly support group that meets at our Imagine center, offering a safe space for connection, understanding, and compassion. For more information contact P.E.A.C.E. at [email protected].

You are not alone. 💜

🎾 PLAY IT FORWARD 🎾Join the Westfield High School Tennis Fundraiser on June 12 at Tamaques Park as students rally to sup...
05/29/2026

🎾 PLAY IT FORWARD 🎾

Join the Westfield High School Tennis Fundraiser on June 12 at Tamaques Park as students rally to support Imagine and grieving children, teens, and families in our community. 💜

Come out for an evening of tennis, community, and giving back — because no child should have to grieve alone.

📍 Tamaques Park, Westfield
🗓 June 12, 2026 (Rain Date: June 19)
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM

All proceeds benefit Imagine: A Center for Coping with Loss.

We’re growing our team! 💙Imagine is hiring an Events & External Communications Manager to help bring our mission to life...
05/28/2026

We’re growing our team! 💙

Imagine is hiring an Events & External Communications Manager to help bring our mission to life through meaningful events, powerful storytelling, and community partnerships.

If you’re organized, creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting children, teens, and families who are grieving, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Learn more & apply: www.imaginenj.org/careers

Before they were helping families navigate grief and find hope, they were just little ones finding their way in the worl...
05/21/2026

Before they were helping families navigate grief and find hope, they were just little ones finding their way in the world. 💛

Swipe through these baby photos and see if you can identify the faces you see at our center every day. ✨

05/16/2026

TOMORROW IS THE DAY 💜

Tomorrow, thousands of people will come together for something so much bigger than a race.

We will run.
We will walk.
We will remember.
We will celebrate the lives and legacies of the people we love and miss every single day.

From the energy of the starting line, to the cheers along the course, to the Memory Walk signs surrounding Roosevelt Intermediate School, Greta’s Run is a reminder that no one has to grieve alone.

Because of this incredible community, Imagine can continue providing FREE grief support to children, teens, young adults, and families coping with loss.

Whether you are joining us for the 5K, the Kids Fun Run, or the Memory Walk — thank you for being part of this beautiful day of remembrance, hope, connection, and joy.

We are expecting our biggest Greta’s Run yet, and we cannot wait to see our community show up for one another tomorrow morning.

GRETA’S RUN RACE DAY CHECKLIST 💜 🏃‍♀️✨Before you head to Roosevelt Intermediate School tomorrow morning, here are a few ...
05/16/2026

GRETA’S RUN RACE DAY CHECKLIST 💜 🏃‍♀️✨

Before you head to Roosevelt Intermediate School tomorrow morning, here are a few helpful reminders to make your race day smooth and stress-free!

✔️ Arrive Early
Bib & T-Shirt Pick-Up and Registration open at 7:45 AM. We highly encourage everyone to arrive early, especially if you still need to pick up your bib. There will be on-site registration but it will be quicker and easier to do before you come!

✔️ 5K Starts at 9:00 AM
Please plan to be at the starting line a few minutes before the race begins!

✔️ Parking
Parking is available near the Westfield YMCA and the Westfield Train Station. Please allow extra time to walk over to Roosevelt Intermediate School.

✔️ Bring Your Friends & Family
There will be music, community partners, refreshments, kids activities, and so many opportunities to connect as a community.

✔️ Stay for the Lion’s Roar After Party 🦁
After the race, head over to Lion’s Roar Brewing Co. to continue the celebration with the Greta’s Run community! It’s the perfect way to unwind, connect, and celebrate an incredible morning together.

✔️ Prepare for an Emotional & Inspiring Morning
As you approach the final half mile of the 5K course, you’ll pass hundreds of Memory Walk signs honoring the loved ones our community is remembering and celebrating tomorrow. 💙

Most importantly — thank you for being part of Greta’s Run. Because of YOU, grieving children and families continue to receive free support, connection, and hope through Imagine.

We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow morning! ✨

05/15/2026

🏃‍♀️ Greta’s Run is almost here! 💜

Bib pickup is happening TODAY from 4-7pm and SATURDAY 9am-1pm at

Stop by, grab your race bib, and get ready for an incredible day of community, remembrance, and support for children and families who are grieving!

A special THANK YOU to for serving as our official Bib Sponsor for this year’s Greta’s Run! Your partnership helps make this meaningful event possible, and we are so grateful for your support of Imagine’s mission. 💛

We can’t wait to see everyone at Greta’s Run!

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