Healing Tip – February 2023
The "Second Anniversaries" I often hear grieving individuals talk about the difficulty of entering a new year. For the newly bereaved, it is the...
Co-Presidents’ Message – February 2023
I think Rob Delaney has been a sensitive, thoughtful, and influential figure relating to grief and loss since he lost his son a few years ago....
Co-Presidents’ Message – January 2023
2023. For some of you, this is the start of the first new year you’re living with the loss of your loved one. For others, this may be your...
Healing Tip – January 2023
A new year often comes with resolutions with the goal of doing or being “better.” For 2023, we hope that instead you all resolve to treat...
Parent Column – January 2023
My son His name is Preston Roy Heikkinen “Roy Boy” we lost him July 8, 2021 horrifically. He was the best boy in the whole world. He was the best...
Co-Presidents’ Message – December 2022
Greetings - After a fulfilling Thanksgiving weekend with family and an amazingly impactful #GivingTuesday COPE fundraising drive, I find myself...
Healing Tip – December 2022
I was recently scrolling instagram when I saw a quote from therapist and New York Times best-selling author Nedra Glover Tawwab...
Co-President’s Message – November 2022
From COPE Co-President Jen Schwartz “Time moved in two directions because every step into the future carried a memory of the past…he had...
Healing Tip of the Month – November 2022
COPE HEALING TIPS FOR HOLIDAYS The end of each year, especially the holiday season, is often difficult for grievers. There is a focus on spending...
Transformational Grief Resources & Support with Adam Rabinovitch, Executive Director of COPE
Adam Rabinovitch is the Executive Director of COPE and he joins me for this episode. Previous to COPE, he was Executive Director of GOAL. This nonprofit educational program provides children from under-served communities with the resources to help them get the most out of their education.
Co-Presidents’ Message – October 2022
Seasons exist no matter where in the world you live. Some people, like those who live in South Florida, are usually only aware of a new...
Healing Tip of the Month – October 2022
Healing Tip of the Month - Janet Zimmerman, LCSW-R This month I’d like to share some strategies for coping with grief that were developed by...
Parent Column – September 2022
Bridges from a loss My son Adam took his own life 13 years ago. Adam was a loving, caring soul that always helped whoever he could....
College Presidents Pen Admissions Essays
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Co-Presidents’ Message – August 2022
Greetings, I hope this summer brings you the calm, energy, and renewal that you may be seeking (I know I always am). As I often try to sit and...
Healing Tip – August 2022
In my professional education, clinical training, and personal practice of yoga, meditation or even my childbirth experiences, I have learned and...