How COPE Can Help You
“After the loss of my daughter, Michelle, I didn’t think I would ever recover, ever survive the pain, ever live again. Over the past thirty-two years, I have rediscovered life again – a life that includes my daughter, Michelle, and a love that is forever”
– Lilly Julien, COPE Founder and President Emerita
Started by bereaved parents in 1999, COPE is a nonprofit grief and healing organization that supports and connects grieving individuals with others facing similar losses through professionally led support groups for parents, adult siblings, and young adults, healing workshops, a grief support phone line, a bereavement camp for children and parent/caregivers, and trainings for community partners.
Having experienced profound loss ourselves, COPE families understand the pain, frustration, and isolation those in mourning often experience. By providing practical resources and emotional support, we help grieving individuals find strength and hope in knowing they do not have to face this journey alone.
Upcoming Events
Seasonal Transitions and Grief: A Gathering For All Grievers
The Medium…The Music…And ME!
COPE & Life Time Syosset: Gentle Yoga
Sat, May 25, 2024
COPE & Life Time Syosset: Gentle Yoga
August 23-25, 2024
A bereavement camp for youth ages 7 to 17 grieving the death of a significant person in their lives.
Connect With COPE
Support Groups
Peer support groups facilitated by licensed clinicians offer a space for grieving individuals to share their experiences, give and receive support, and find tools to cope with their loss.
Workshops
Workshops facilitated by grief professionals educate families on how to cope with their loss by offering community and providing tools for support and healing.
Trainings
COPE offers professional bereavement and grief workshops on a variety of topics through the lens of holistic care and social justice.
Camp Erin NYC
A free weekend long grief support camp for children and teenagers ages 7 – 17, who have experienced the death of a loved one with an optional corresponding caregiver retreat.
25th Anniversary Golf Outing
Monday, June 3, 2024
North Hills Country Club | Manhasset, NY
Golf Outing Honoree
Doutlas Newton
Senior Managing Director & Co- Founder
CC Capital
Board Member of COPE
Parent Honoree
Sherry Radowitz, Ph.D.
Senior Director of Grants & Sponsored Programs, Molloy University
Board Member & Co-Treasurer of COPE
Recent News
Parent Columns – June 2024
Remembering a loved one Hello, My name is Amanda Ortiz. My son Tommy Santiago Jr aka TJ passed away on
Welcome board members!
COPE is thrilled to welcome two new board members, Judy Lipson and Kelsey Kroning. Learn more about them and new
Healing Tip – May 2024
When Words Make Grieving Even Worse By Janet Zimmerman, LCSW-R When you have lost a child you very quickly realize
In Memory
COPE Memorial Labyrinth
With dedicated bricks supporting COPE and the grieving community
Memory Wall
Add a message for your loved one.
Honoring Our Loved Ones
Share a picture of your loved one.