Principles, Staff/Volunteers, Donations, Directions

"All too often, children are the 'forgotten grievers', and so through the vision and generosity of Carmon Community Funeral Homes, Mary's Place was created as a safe environment where children and families can share emotions and feeling that they often can't express anyplace else. At the same time, they learn that they are not alone and that their feelings and responses are normal."

Mary Keane, RN, MA, OCN
Founding Director

• Grief is a natural reaction to death for children as well as adults.
• Within each individual is the natural capacity to heal oneself.
• The duration and intensity of grief are unique for each individual.
• Caring and acceptance assist in the healing process.

Mary's Place, a nonprofit Center for Grieving Children and Families, was established in 1996 by the Carmon Family. The purpose is to provide a trusting atmosphere for children and teens who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or significant person. Through age-related self-help groups, consultation and grief education, a safe place is provided to grieve and to heal.

Staff/Volunteers

Under the guidance of a program directer , the groups are facilitated by volunteers who undergo training and a background check, and who receive ongoing supervision and support.

There is a Board of Directors which meets regularly to support the mission of Mary's Place and to assist with fund raising and community activities.

Donations

Mary's Place is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Any donations made are deductible according to IRS regulations. To make a donation or to obtain further information, please call 860-688-9621.

Directions

From I-91 North: Exit 37 (Rt. 305, Bloomfield Ave.), turn right at ramp onto Bloomfield Ave.; continue approximately one mile to end of street. At this point, you will be at traffic light facing RT. 75 (diagonally across the street is a brick building with white columns - this is our building). Turn right and make IMMEDIATE left onto Prospect St. Take the first driveway on your left into large parking lot. Follow ramp to Mary's Place entrance.

From I-91 South: Turn left at ramp and follow same directions.