Click on the location nearest you to find a Helping Parents Heal group in your area, or join the online group. New groups are starting for siblings, too! Click here to learn more about Helping Siblings Heal.
Please also check out our wonderful online Special Interest Groups, including Helping Fathers Heal.
Please contact us at Hphaldirector@gmail.com if you are interested in starting an affiliate group of Helping Parents Heal.
Please watch a series of interviews with our Affiliate Leaders and Caring Listeners by Dr. Mark Pitstick and Lynn Hollahan by clicking here.
Helping Parents Heal has been an amazing and powerful tool for me during this difficult journey we call grief. My husband and I raised our boys in Cave Creek, AZ. My oldest son TJ is 24 and my youngest son Tyler is forever 19. Tyler gained his angel wings on May 14, 2015 when he was hit by a car on his motorcycle. Tyler is always with me, as are all your children; he has proven it many times. I am honored to be able to share my wonderful experiences with parents and siblings. I look forward to helping each other heal.
Carol's meetings are held from 6-8 pm at her home each month. Please contact Carol for more information: 602-499-5840.
Facebook Group:www.facebook.com/groups/Helpingparentshealcavecreek/
Janean’s Bio
Searching for answers this past February 2017, I was online considering going to a conference by Susanne Wilson. When I realized it was booked and I’d have to be placed on a waiting list, I said out loud to my son, “OK Sean, if I’m supposed to do this, get me into this conference”. Within 30 min, I received a phone call from the coordinator that there was a cancellation and I was in. Thus began my introduction to Helping Parents Heal. I was embraced that day by Elizabeth Boisson and Carol Allen and so touched by many others like Ernie, Kristine and Quinton, and of course by the love and healing touch of Susanne Wilson and her team including Camber Wilson.
I realized, though I was only 4+ months out, that these parents were grieving with hope and joy. It was genuine and true and though I wasn’t ready to put myself in that space, I knew that I had been lead to these people by my son for a reason. I followed up by attending Carol Allen’s group in Cave Creek shortly after and knew that this was going to be my lifeline. Signs and blessings have flooded my life as a result; too many to recount in this bio. The more that I receive, the stronger my connection to my son and spirit and to the bigger picture of Love and Light that I feel.
Since then, I have been blessed with a core group of parents in Flagstaff who face the same heart aches and are similarly motivated to not only honor their kids in this life but to help others to survive and find a purposeful way to continue living and loving. As I am feeling led to form this chapter in my own area, I couldn’t imagine doing it without these amazingly brave women who have agreed to be co co hosts on this venture.(Dana, Jessica, and Gina) We are strong and ready to share the Collateral Beauty that is this journey. We welcome all parents who have children on the other side.
Megan’s Bio
In 2017 the unthinkable happened when I lost my son Lane at age 23. I was navigating through the world of grief and loss with the belief that he was not gone but had transitioned to a new place. This gave me hope but it was a lonely road to travel alone. In 2019 I had a chance meeting with a Shining Light Parent who had also lost her son, she shared the information for HPH. I was astonished and relieved that I had found a place with others with whom I could validate my feelings about my son and the Afterlife. This group, the resources, and the people have allowed me to grow through my heartache and stay connected to my son. The path of a bereaved parent is a rough ride. We don't have to travel alone.
Meetings will be held at 3033 N Boldt Street on the first Sunday of the month from 2-4 pm.
Please join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/flagstaffhelpingparentsheal/
Elizabeth is the President and Co-Founder of Helping Parents Heal. Two of Elizabeth’s children have transitioned; her daughter Chelsea two days after she was born on January 21, 1991, and her son Morgan at the Base Camp of Mount Everest due to severe altitude sickness on a student trip to Tibet on October 20, 2009. Elizabeth felt Morgan hug her as he passed and knew that love lives forever. Immediately following Morgan’s passing, Elizabeth created the Facebook site and began holding monthly meetings in Arizona. In March, 2012, she joined forces with Mark Ireland to found 'Helping Parents Heal'. She also publishes the monthly newsletter and is the Phoenix/Scottsdale Affiliate Leader. Elizabeth is a certified yoga instructor and teaches yoga for healing grief.
Elizabeth holds a free, Healing Yin Yoga class on Thursday mornings from 8-9 am AZ time. The Zoom link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87481090777?pwd=NFYwdHA0MGJiTWwwOGczQWNLdTJidz09
Our Main Group meetings are normally the third Sunday of the month from 1-3 pm at Unity of Phoenix, 1500 E Greenway Parkway in Phoenix. Contact me for more details, elizabeth@helpingparentsheal.org.
Sophia Mecum:
Meetings will be held in person on every second Wednesday of the month.
Group Facebook address: www.facebook.com/groups/hphazhealinghearts/
My name is Whitney Samorano. I have twin boys, Orion and Maverick. In June 2020, when they were 2 years old, Orion died in an accident. I didn’t recognize it at the time, but later when I learned about signs I realized my first sign from Orion was an unusual encounter with a hummingbird at his wake. Since then I have received countless hummingbirds from him.
In January 2021 I had my first mediumship appointment to connect with Orion and it changed my grief processing and my life. Unfortunately, at the time, there were people in my life who tried to shame me for believing in the signs and using mediums, they told me it was immoral and wrong. I’ve never believed that and now I set the intention to be a safe place where grieving parents who experience a spiritual connection with their child, or who wish to know more, can be free to speak without judgment. I believe every person should feel safe and secure in grieving in whatever way best supports them, because your grief journey is personal to you. And I know that the Universe and Orion have guided me to do so.
Please click: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hphtucson to join!
Whitney has a podcast. Please take a look by clicking here: https://www.theselfishgriever.com/
Our oldest son Weston passed from a sudden and most unexpected seizure on August 12, 2018. He was otherwise a very healthy, happy, gregarious, 32-year-old, successfully running his own business in Big Sur, California. He had big plans for the future! Despair, a massively broken heart and the overwhelm of grief led me to seek hope and new solutions to living. Through reading endlessly, I discovered that suffering is optional grief is not and because I continued to open doors, I found Helping Parents Heal. COVID-19 closed the window to life as we knew it, yet again. However, thanks to the supportive environment of HPH and countless zoom presentations enjoyed in the comfort of my home, my spiritual grounding began to evolve, one day at a time, slowly adjusting, ever evolving bringing peace, belief and trust in extraordinary ways. I am so grateful. I know Weston is with us, right here right now! In honor of his legacy, a fund was created to support non-profits in the town he cherished. More can be read at www.LoveBigSur.com
Galen will be holding monthly Zoom meetings on the first Monday of every month at 4:00 pm PST.
Please join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/HelpingParentsHealCarmelCA/
Dolores Cruz:
My name is Dolores and I am the mother of 4 children – Nick, Jessica, Vanessa and Eric. Our youngest child, Eric, transitioned at the age of 24 in May of 2017 as the result of an automobile accident. As you all know from experience, we were devastated and lost. We had no idea how to go on with our lives. By a “coincidence” I was contacted by a cousin of a cousin who I didn’t even know, who told me about Helping Parents Heal. This amazing organization changed my life. I found my way out of the dark hole I was in, and found hope and healing. I remain connected to Eric through the many signs he sends, which I learned to recognize through the many members of HPH who share their connections as well. I can’t imagine where I’d be without this wonderful healing group.
Lin Dobie:
My beautiful and oldest son, Ryan, crossed over February 25, 2019 unexpectedly and tragically at the age of 26. He had a huge heart and was loved by so many. This loss shook me to the core and awoke such a deep spirituality in me that I didn’t know existed. Previously, I studied (more like dabbled in) reiki, meditation, yoga and energy work. Now I long to know with every cell of my being that my son carries on in spirit and promised him and myself that I would learn how to thrive and find joy again in my life despite my biggest and most devastating loss. This is what led me to HPH. This is my tribe.
The closest HPH group to me was in Ventura, a couple of hours away. I have found that the individuals that support HPH are uplifting, hopeful and helpful individuals that have given me hope that I will once again thrive in my life. I am embarking in the start-up of an HPH group in my area in order to help myself and others become shining light parents by collectively supporting each other and participating in various healing methodologies.
Ana Esquivel:
I’m a mother of two beautiful boys, one here on earth and one across the veil. Until autumn of 2019, I was moving through life, enjoying the balance between family, career and my passion of exploring and backpacking whenever possible. Then my reality shifted.
September 16, 2019, my oldest son, Josh, passed in a tragic car accident a mile from our home. Within a couple days, still in my haze of shock, I began to “hear” and sense him as if he had never left. Understanding and awareness found its way through my grief and filled my heart as I realized that he WAS still here. As the subsequent weeks and months progressed, through the experience of several spiritually transformative moments, I came to understand that we are so much more than I had believed, and it was incredibly humbling. Our children have not left, they have only run ahead to explore the next stage of their own evolution. Through our grief, we are challenged to also evolve our relationship with our children as we complete our experience here on earth. I believe our children still learn from our actions and choices and we are tasked with becoming more than we were in their honor. As my son shared from across the veil…. “A tragedy, without growth, is just a tragedy”. I’ve joined HPH, so like so many of you, I may find growth through this pain....To become more than I was, in my Josh’s honor.
Please join our Facebook by clicking here: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealsacramento/
Amy Sanders
The day that changed my life forever, was March 21, 2020, when my beautiful son Brandon, 28, crossed over to the other side after accidentally and fatally ingesting fentanyl. The signs from him from across the veil were immediate and strong, I felt strangely blessed at the most terrible time of my life. With the intense pain, denial, and guilt that overtakes every parent in this situation, I found myself searching for the answers to the sometimes unanswerable questions that face us all, no matter the circumstances. From that day, I’ve been on a growth journey immersed in all things spiritual, which has included many resources I’ve found through HPH. And from day one my son has been with me and my family, and his close friends, showing up in so many undeniable and remarkable ways that I feel compelled to help others to find their way as well. We all move through this at our own pace, in our own way, and it can be work that requires dedication, but the reward is a beautiful connection with our kids!
Please join our Facebook Group by clicking here: www.facebook.com/groups/HPHSanDiego/
Amy Diehl’s Bio:
Greetings everyone, It is pleasure to be so welcomed into this wonderful organization. It felt like this was the natural progression of the remarkable journey I have been on ever since Chris passed. Chris’s death was the hardest, most soul searing experience I have ever gone through and continue to go through. However, it is also the most loving, heart opening, soul expanding experience I have ever had as well. I am so appreciative of Marla asking me to join her in this vital community offering and hope to help her build this program so it reaches anyone in need. The death of a child can be so crippling and if we can help grieving parents feel some sense of hope and relief, I’m in!
Marla Grant’s Bio:
I could never have imagined the trajectory of my life as, over a period of 38 years, I experienced the devastating loss of three of my five children, all at different ages, from very different causes. But during those years, I knew I was always supported and inspired by my spiritual support team outside of the world of form, as well as by my children who had passed. I always felt compelled to discover “what is this life experience for?” In 2016, a chance meeting with Dr. Mark Pitstick helped me discover the answer to that question when he asked me to establish the Tampa Affiliate of Helping Parents Heal. Since then, I have been passionate about helping parents reclaim a life of joy and fulfillment, even as they carry the ever-present awareness of their child’s physical absence.
Cathy Zimmerman’s Bio:
My husband and I raised two wonderful, smart, and caring boys. Unfortunately, our younger son, Ross, became addicted to drugs in his teen years. For nine years we did everything we knew possible to help him including sending him to numerous rehabs. During those years Ross advised me to seek help for myself in a support group for family members of people with addictions. Thankfully I took his advice. Twenty months after I joined that support group, Ross grew weary of fighting the battle against drug addiction and chose to leave by suicide. I feel at peace knowing he finally has the peace he couldn’t find here. Helping Parents Heal has taught me that I can still have an on-going relationship with Ross and that our love continues on and grows stronger every day.
Tampa Affiliate meetings are typically held the last Wednesday of each month.
Please feel free to reach out with questions to the Tampa Co-Leaders Marla Grant, Cathy Zimmerman or Amy Diehl at HPHTampa@earthlink.net.
Please visit our Helping Parents Heal Tampa Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealtampabay/
I'm a mother of four beautiful children, one of whom passed in March 2018 as a result of an accidental overdose at the age of 30. At that moment, my world was forever changed and the pain was unimaginable. I remember, in those early days, all I wanted to do was talk to someone else who had lost a child. I knew that the best way for me to help myself was to reach out to others. From there came the awareness that, although I could no longer help Josh, I could help others in similar circumstances to him and proceeded to do just that by speaking each month at a rehab to those in recovery.
I consider myself to be on a deliberate grief journey, one which honors my son’s life. I feel his presence often and his sense of humor makes me smile as it did when he was physically here. I’m so grateful to have the connection I do. This journey is one no one has to travel alone and I’ve been a member of this Helping Parents Heal chapter almost from its inception. I’m delighted to have the opportunity to become affiliate leader and am looking forward to being a part of this group as it continues to grow and thrive.
Tammy Wardemann:
I am the mother of two sons, Christopher and Sean. Chris transitioned to the other side 8/12/2014, forever 32. I lost my only brother in 1976 which sent me on a Spiritual quest to understand what happens when our physical life ends. I was only 16 years old and inconsolable until I read Dr. Raymond Moody’s book, Life After Life. His book changed the trajectory of my life from religious to spiritual. Even though I never received any signs from my brother, I had total faith in the afterlife. When I lost my son 40 years later, my life was changed forever. Once again I found myself on a Spiritual journey to find my son and how to connect with him. One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned about deep grief that comes with losing a child is it breaks you wide open. I received my first sign from Chris less than a week after he transitioned which was tremendously comforting. I still receive signs and continue to learn everything I can about the afterlife.
After moving to Atlanta, I knew I wanted to start a group for parents that would acknowledge our children are still alive in Spirit. When I found Helping Parents Heal, I knew it was a perfect fit! I’m excited to be a part of this very special group and looking forward to walking this journey with other parents.
Kay Hendricks:
My name is Kay Hendricks and I am the mother of three children. My oldest son Jack passed away in February of 2017 from fentanyl at the age of 25. Even now, years later, sometimes when I wake up in the morning and the memory seeps in, I still can’t believe it. Ineffable – the new word I learned that year.
I have always believed in the afterlife and soon realized that reading, watching, and listening to the stories of others was the only way I was going to survive. The belief that someday I would see my son again allowed some resemblance of life to continue. Armed with this thought and looking for help, I contacted a few help groups only to be told that “we don’t talk about that kind of stuff”. What a blessing to find the HPH Organization and Tammy Wardemann who showed me that not only do we talk about it – we embrace and celebrate it. It is here that true healing can begin.
Jean Felts:
My name is Jean Felts, I have four children, three walk this earth and one lives in spirit. Joseph, my precious second child, lost his battle with heroin on May 2, 2017. I learned about HPH when his friends mom reached out to me to tell me that a medium said he was with her daughter who left just a few weeks after Joseph. I was intrigued, amazed and skeptical all at the same time. I’ve since had many confirmations and learned that Joseph sends me signs all the time, I just had to be open to receiving them. My first and most amazing sign was just weeks after his leaving when I was at the darkest point in my life. I truly believe that’s what has given me the strength to walk this journey.
I believe we all get signs and I look forward to continued learning, growing and healing with other families in the south Atlanta area.
Pat Rudd:
My husband Mark and I are parents to three children. Jenna, Tyler and Brian. Tyler transitioned on 10/16/2013, at the age of 20, from Methadone intoxication. After Tyler transitioned, I dealt with my grief by reading every article, every book, every posting I could get my hands on about Death, Near Death Experiences and the Afterlife. I wanted a glimpse of where my son was. I wanted to feel close to him, I wanted to find some confirmation that he was ok. I had my first reading with a medium 8 months after Tyler’s transition. I left that session feeling like I had spent an afternoon talking to Tyler. Every question I had that was spinning around in my head was answered. I felt a lightness that I had not felt since the day Tyler transitioned. This was a turning point in my grief. Finding Helping Parents Heal and meeting others that believe in the afterlife is just the place I need to be right now. I want to continue my quest for knowledge of the afterlife and where else to do this better than with other parents who are going through the same grief and searching for more understanding of where our children are.
This group meets the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm.
About Heather:
Hello, I am a mom of 4 and grandmother of 1. My son Luke transitioned via suicide on 10/27/2022. The signs from Luke were immediate and I found solace and healing in the exploration of the afterlife. I feel that Luke is guiding me on a personal journey to understand and connect with the spiritual realm. I was fortunate to find HPH early in my journey. They have been such a wonderful resource for me. I have a genuine desire to support others who have experienced loss and are seeking comfort, and my goal is to create a safe and nurturing space to discuss and explore the possibilities of the afterlife. I invite you to join me in this journey of healing, connection, and understanding.
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My name is Theresa (Terri) Pardun. First and foremost I’m the proud mama to 2 children, David and Molly. I’ve worked in the medical field as a PA-C RN for over 30 years, and now Grievance and PTSD Counselor as well. In February 2015 our lives forever changed. We were dealt the worst blow any parent can imagine. Our 22 year old son transitioned out of this world and onto his next journey. After all the sadness, devastation, anger, numbness , and disbelief I started going to Helping Parents Heal (as a dear friend suggested). I quickly found out that these are the kindest most amazing people. I found that my son never really left. That he is with us always and just because we don’t see our loved ones, it doesn’t mean they are not here. I had the most stunning, and surprising confirmation at a hospital from a nurse that was on her shift. Rest assured our babies are with us. And at Helping Patents Heal we celebrate that fact.
My name is Candi Henley. I have two boys. My youngest son James transitioned to spirit on April 3, 2021, at 22 via suicide. I have always known that there was an afterlife but, I had no reason to explore this belief until James transitioned. James started sending me unbelievable signs almost immediately after he transitioned. I really thought I was going crazy. I mentioned these signs that James was sending me to an online Suicide Support group and another mother pointed me in the direction of the Helping Parents Heal group. I have learned so much from this group and I feel that this group has helped me heal. I am a Registered Nurse and I have always loved helping others. I can't wait to help other parents move forward in this journey. The Facebook site is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/northernlouisiana
Meetings are on the last Thursday of the month at 6PM Central time at Willis-Knighton Pierremont, 8001 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71115 in the 6th floor classroom.
Hi, my name is Christiane Robbins, I am the mother of two beautiful children, Gabrielle and David. My son, David was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in April 2014 and fought this horrific disease for almost four years. After exhausting countless clinical trials and numerous alternative healing methods, David transitioned on November 30th, 2017 at the age of 18. I am comforted with the knowledge that David is now with his father who transitioned 12 years earlier and have received countless signs that both are still with us. My dear friend Sandi H. told me about HPH and even before attending the first annual HPH conference, several of the “souls sistah’s” reached out to me providing me with much needed support. I would like to offer a space for healing as we share signs from our children, learn and teach one another how to become shining light star parents.
Our monthly meetings will be on the third Thursday of the month from 7 - 9 pm (EST) at Christ Episcopal Church Kensington, 4001 Franklin St, Kensington, MD 20895. I also maintain a Zoom option. Our county requires masks for indoor meetings.
My name is Renee and I have been a single parent to Zachary since 2000. Zachary is my only child and it has always been just the two of us. He transitioned on 8/7/17 at 24 years old from a seizure in his sleep. It has not been an easy road, but, I have been very fortunate to get numerous signs from my Son on a daily basis. It has really helped me in my healing process. The bond of love is never broken and Zachary shows me that every day. I have been to several evidential mediums and that has given me proof that he is still here. Now, I am on a new journey, a Spiritual one, in which I will be working together with my Son and helping other parents. I hope to help other parents by showing them how to look for signs and how to communicate with their kids. I hope to reach out to other bereaved parents as I know how important it was for me having someone who understood what I was going through.
We will be meeting at the Danvers YMCA from 6:30 to 8:00. We will meet every last Monday of the month.
My name is Louise and I am the lucky mother of three beautiful girls. I live in Coldwater (which is very close to where Michigan, Indiana and Ohio all merge together) and have worked as an RN at the same local hospital for over 32 years.
Growing up in a close-knit community, I was deeply touched by the coping skills that the parents of several classmates we lost before graduation demonstrated by their examples of faith and love. Those experiences gave me the opportunity to show compassion in my career as a nurse, but more importantly, they prepared me for November 19, 2011; the day that my 19 year “old soul” middle daughter Jillian suddenly went Home in a car accident.
In April 2018, I attended my first HPH worldwide conference (a life-changing experience) and hope to help others become Shining Light Parents. I wrote a book about the journey (7 years in the making and due out in February) and the incredible signs that Jilly sends to assure us that without any doubt, the end is NOT the END. I will be holding online meetings a few times a year to start and am also willing to host a potluck Candle Lighting Ceremony once a year so that we can meet in person. I am looking forward to walking with you on this difficult journey towards Home, where our beloved children wait for us.
The meetings will be the fourth Monday of the month, 7:30 pm, at Occasions Hall, 430 W. Chicago St. Coldwater MI 49036. It is located next to Dutcher Funeral Home.
My husband David and I have two wonderful children together: our son Ryan and his younger sister Kathryn. Kathryn transitioned to the afterlife on April 20, 2019 at the age of 29. She had a sudden cardiac arrest due to prolonged QT Syndrome. In the moment of her transition I knew without a doubt that there was an afterlife and was determined to find and connect with Kathryn there. Within a few hours of her passing, she came to me to say goodbye and let me know she was okay and not alone. I was completely shattered by what happened to Kathryn and within a few months I had found my way to Helping Parents Heal. HPH has been such an integral part of not only my healing but my spiritual journey as well. I look forward to meeting parents in the southeast Michigan area to celebrate our beloved children and help each other with this most difficult healing journey we are on.
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealannarbor/
Lynn Argetsinger:
My name is Lynn, and my husband and I are the parents of two beloved children. Seth was stationed with the Air Force in Louisiana where he contracted severe Lyme disease and became very ill; he took his own life and transitioned on September 20, 2017, at age 24. Throughout this winding and excruciating journey, I always felt that Seth continued to be right here with us. But it took my attending the Afterlife Conference in Orlando in November 2018 to finally be open to doing a reading with an evidential medium here in Minneapolis. From that day forward, both my husband and I have unequivocally known that Seth is still here, having only shed his earthly shell. His beautiful soul continues to shine brightly. We wanted to start a chapter in Minneapolis-St. Paul to offer other grieving parents a place where they can find support, hope, and kindness.
Alicia Moag-Stahlberg
My daughter Kirsten, at the age of 26, died on March 3, 2012. Kirsten died by suicide after two-years of traumatic events associated with a bipolar disorder. I was lucky to have a very close relationship with my daughter. I am blessed with my son John (30 years old) and husband Scott (married 33 years), however, I struggle to regain my footing and purpose in life. Since I found Helping Parents Heal, I have much more than a glimmer of hope. Hearing parents’ experiences connecting with their children has strengthened my resolve to help others and my belief that I am finding my way to Kirsten. Please contact me for more information: aliciastahlberg@comcast.net
Born in New Orleans, I grew up on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Earning undergraduate and master’s degrees, I found my dream job providing educational and vocational services to Veterans at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs for 41 years. In 2007, I joined VA Central Office to develop national policy and provide training to field vocational staffs.
I am blessed with amazing children, Dustin (1983) and Danielle (1986) who excelled academically and in life-being kind, compassionate, standing-up against injustices. During college summers, Dustin cared for children of migrant farm workers. After earning a master’s his employment was to protect and improve the rights of hotel workers and servers. My darkest day (4/28/15) was finding Dustin, not sleeping but having transitioned. Without a doubt, Dustin unled me to HPH which has provided me hope and light beyond measure. I aim to walk with bereaved parents on their journey to Shining Light parents.
We will meet at The Nourishing Place, 606 Tennessee Street, Gulfport, MS 39507 at 6:00 pm on the third Tuesday of the month.
Rosanne Norris:
My name is Rosanne Norris. I am the proud mother of five children and six grandchildren. On January 9, 2018, our middle son, Lee, age 30, left this earth plane due to a carbon monoxide poisoning in his home.
Out of this most unimaginable pain was born a seeking of the truth which lead me to Helping Parents Heal. I want to dedicate my life to helping other parents suffering from the crushing loss of their child. Together, we will support and guide each other on our journey to becoming shining light parents.
Meetings will be held starting February 25th on the last Saturday of the month and each month going forward, at 11:00 am EST.
Patricia and Michael McHenry
Mike and I have been married for 36 years. Mike is a Construction Supervisor and I am a Personal Trainer and Holistic Health Coach. We have both been natives of Long Island our entire lives and raised our two children Michael and Melissa here. On May 9, 2016, we lost our daughter Melissa suddenly from a heart condition due to mitral valve prolapse. She was a lifeguard and attended college in Massachusetts. We had just gotten home to Long Island from packing her dorm room from her freshman year when she collapsed on our back deck." How could this have happened"? I know we all ask ourselves this question! As surreal as it all was to my family, I knew she did not leave us. Melissa has been a strong communicator appearing to me only days after her passing.and we have many Transimages and EVP's from her! Her personality has come through to mediums, and signs such as skywriting, and license plates to name a few. The name Melissa means "Sweet Honey Bee" and she has absolutely made us "Bee'Lieve". The signs she has sent to her family and friends have been so amazing it has helped us to find peace. We would like to extend that peace to others and let parents know that their children are still right here with them!
Deanna Galkiewicz:
I lost my first-born son Matthew at age 25 to the disease of addiction in 2011. Not religious, nor having really considered the afterlife, it surprised me to just “know” he was around and wanted to contact me (He did).
I spent the next several years vacillating between unimaginable pain and tremendous awe as he guided my journey. My son is not gone and wants me happy. I have to make the decision every day to live with joy rather than grief. Meditation, energy work, and gratitude help give me balance.
I am excited to lead the Helping Parents Heal affiliate in the Buffalo area. It is so powerful when our children get us all in one room to celebrate their lives and communications! The love is palpable.
I look forward to meeting you.
Please join our Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/HelpingParentsHealBuffalo/
My name is Colleen Byrne and our youngest son Denis (DJ) passed away on October 4, 2019. He transitioned after a short illness that affected his respiratory system. DJ began sending signs right away and came through to us via a medium Maura Geist one month after his passing. I chat with DJ daily and he often comes to me with music and butterflies. I know that helping others on this journey is where I am meant to be. Our group will cover NYC and Westchester counties.
Meetings will be held by Zoom for the time being. Our first meeting on 3/25 at 7pm ET. Then going forward it will be every Wednesday at 7pm.
Please join our Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealnycwestchester/
About Kelley:
Kelley is a classically trained mental health clinician. She practiced for 20 years in various group practices, inpatient and outpatient programs. She offered support and healing to families and adolescents in individual sessions and group work. When she and her husband were blessed with a child, she retired. They moved to North Carolina to live a more sustainable lifestyle and Kelley chose to be a stay at home mom. Rob and Kelley had 16 years of love, life and adventures with their daughter ~ Aleia Jade. In May of 2022, Aleia transitioned herself to seek relief from PTSD and depression. In the wake of the pain of their only child, their vibrant daughter leaving, she started searching for answers about “what happens next?” In that journey she was led to find Suzanne Geisemann and her work, which lead to finding Helping Parents Heal. This is where her healing began. Learning to live in her grief and learning to strengthen her soul connection to her beautiful daughter. It is the continuing support and proof that HPH offers that led me to want to start a group in our area.
The facebook site is: www.facebook.com/groups/westernnorthcarolina/
Christine's Bio:
My name is Christine Moncheck, wife and mom of three amazing children with one in Spirit at age 18, our Andrew, as of July 2014. Early on, Andrew would connect with me through signs and synchronicities. I could also “hear” him in my thoughts, but that did not make sense to me at the time. I knew there had to be more! I have been blessed with a wonderful local support system and believe they are my earth angels who ultimately led me to Helping Parents Heal. HPH has provided a safe place for me to openly share about my child in Spirit and find validation with like-minded individuals lighting the way on this journey.
Because of Andrew’s transition, I continue to grow and to search for purpose and meaning. I know it is possible to have a relationship with your child in Spirit and to know peace and joy again. I want to help other parents in our area know this too and help them grow from bereaved to Shining Light Parents.
Sylvia’s Bio:
Hello, my name is Sylvia Christian. I am a Heartfulness Meditation Trainer and am married with four wonderful adult children. I found HPH when seeking grief support after the loss of my beautiful daughter, Bethany Cocco. Bethany transitioned from this physical world to the spiritual realm on October 10, 2014 at the age of 35. She was diagnosed with lung cancer in February of 2014.
The online HPH group has been a great help in my healing journey. It’s a place I have felt safe in expressing myself without fear of judgment. I look forward to starting this local affiliate with Christine Moncheck, who I met through HPH. These meetings will facilitate us coming together to share our experiences, our tears and our deep love for our children. In sharing together we can help each other to become the Shining Light Parents we are meant to be.
Celia's Bio:
I am a former Labor & Delivery Nurse. I currently work in home care. I have always been spiritually intuitive since childhood. 4 out of 5 of my children have also been blessed with psychic abilities. After my 19 year old son Quin transitioned to Heaven in 2017 my abilities expanded tenfold. It’s like the veil between the two worlds didn’t exist. I have been able to incorporate my spirituality along with my nursing background/education, and my life experiences to help other parents like myself to heal from the grief of losing a child. I can supply you with the tools but I cannot do the work for you. That is all up to you. I can however offer guidance and support along the way. It is possible to live, laugh, thrive again...I am living proof.
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Marc and Annie are parents to Ben (21) and Zenzi, a foREVer 15 year old. Zenzi transitioned March 30, 2018 from complications from leukemia diagnosed just 4 days earlier. Amongst the tears, shock and disbelief, we were each always open to the signs sent and received from Spirit. Each of us are on our own personal journey yet realize it is through love and connection that we will heal and create peace as we live out our days in Earth School. It is our goal to create safe, open and inviting spaces for parents to connect with each other, to connect with Spirit and to learn more about what it truly means to be a Shining Light Parent.
Antonietta Forte
I am the proud mother of two boys, Ryan my oldest is 19 years old and studying to be a chemical engineer and Daniel who is 18 years old is in spirit. Daniel transitioned in January 2020 at the age of 16 after a courageous battle with cancer (melanoma). My one word to describe Daniel is BEAUTIFUL! He adored his little cousins and loves animals, especially his cat, Jazz. I am committed to growing and nurturing my relationship with Daniel, even though it is across the veil. He communicates with me via pendulum. And loves to send me messages through music. HPH is about finding ways to connect to your child and providing so many resources to help you on your journey. I look forward to co-leading the Philadelphia chapter starting in May 2022.
Chris Volpe
I am honored to be the mother of two amazing children. My oldest, Michael, is still in the physical world. My youngest, Daniel, transitioned on July 4, 2020 by his own hand. He was just 23 years young and was the most caring and compassionate person I have ever known. When Daniel transitioned my pain was excruciating and a feeling of hopelessness set in. After joining other support groups, I was not making much progress in my grief journey. I then found Helping Parents Heal and knew I had landed in the right place. HPH has various resources that helped me grow spiritually and gave me hope during the darkest time of my life. I am now a field advocate for suicide prevention in the state of Pennsylvania and I participate in walks to increase awareness of mental health issues. Daniel and I continue to communicate across the veil and our connection grows stronger every day. His signs are unmistakable… and creative! I perform monthly service projects in Daniel’s memory so I hope that he is as proud of me as I am of him. Chris will also begin co-leading the Philadelphia chapter in May 2022.
Our 2023 HPH - Philadelphia Meetings will be every month on the First Tues, until Dec 5, 2023, 12 occurrence(s)
Jan 3, 2023 07:00 PM
Feb 7, 2023 07:00 PM
Mar 7, 2023 07:00 PM
Apr 4, 2023 07:00 PM
May 2, 2023 07:00 PM
Jun 6, 2023 07:00 PM
Jul 4, 2023 07:00 PM
Aug 1, 2023 07:00 PM
Sep 5, 2023 07:00 PM
Oct 3, 2023 07:00 PM
Nov 7, 2023 07:00 PM
Dec 5, 2023 07:00 PM
About Tracee Slagel:
Hello Shining Light Parents! My name is Tracee and I lost my son April 25, 2017, due to cocaine laced with fentanyl. He is forever 18 and survived by 2 younger brothers and 1 younger sister. I joined this group shortly thereafter and my journey, although consists of many ups and downs, has been better because of the support of this group. I went to the HPH First Conference in Arizona last year. I cannot explain the amount of love, support and energy that being there provided for me. I have been toying with the idea of starting a group in Pittsburgh because there is none here and my son has been pushing me, many times through mediums that I need to be helping other parents in this situation. Well, I am finally ready to begin this journey.
For now, I am going to run a small group format, very casual. I want others to feel comfortable to share, to be themselves, and to bring whatever grief, frustrations, or suggestions to help all of us heal.
I have actually felt my son in spirit touch me. I know he is still here without a doubt. And although we miss his physical body we know he isn’t missing any of our lives. He constantly is giving me signs and I thank him for that!
Meetings will be held the first Saturday of every month at the First Spiritualist Church. 1318 Singer Place, Pittsburgh PA 15221, from 12 - 2 pm. Hope to see you there.
My name is Diana Vukel and I am a shining light parent. Our beautiful daughter Natalie transitioned on December 8 2019 after a long journey with bone cancer
Several days after the funeral services, I heard Natalies voice say “mom go to your email, I sent you something.” I assumed it was grief and impossible. I had spammed anything to do with spirituality weeks prior while I was in Natalies hospital room. I went to my email and Suzanne Giesemann’s story made it into my inbox. There were similarities to our story but nothing stood out more than when she said she did not recognize her step daughter Susan in the coffin. Suzanne helped me with a realization. The reason that I did not recognize Natalie in that coffin is because 99 percent of who she is, was not in there, but very much alive.
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My best friend, my only child, my beautiful 24 year old daughter Carly Elizabeth Hughes passed to esophageal-gastric cancer on February 17th, 2013. Like so many of us who have had this devastating experience my daughter’s passing sent me on a spiritual quest. I have found friends and comfort through this remarkable group Helping Parents Heal. In the short time since Carly’s passing I have had definite proof that consciousness survives physical death, that Carly is well, and with me always. I have been fortunate to speak with mediums who were able to provide absolute evidence of the afterlife, indisputable information relayed bringing comfort and helping to lighten the heavy weight of grief. With family and Carly’s friends we have created a foundation in her honor- Carly’s Kids A Foundation For Education, I hope you will take the time to read about us and what we are doing in Carly’s memory.
Visit: Carly’s Kids
Irene's meetings will normally be held on the second Sunday of the month from 1-3 PM
Hello, my name is Maggie Spaulding. I currently live in the Nashville/Brentwood, Tennessee area. I have three sons. My youngest son Mitchell’s physical death came as an accidental overdose to “opioid” prescription drug on May 26, 2015, at the age of 27.
This event catapulted me into an “inspired quest” of finding answers to questions about life after death. I was not ready to give up my relationship with my son. My first reading with a Spiritual Medium comforted me immensely and confirmed my son was still alive, just in a different form.
This connection inspired me to broaden my knowledge about life after death. Also, through my Yoga Teacher Training, I learned how to meditate. Through this daily meditation, I found peace and joy in my life again.
Out of all the books I read, Suzanne Geisemann’s “Message of Hopes” inspired me the most. This book indirectly led to me the HPH organization.
Wednesday Monthly Meetings:
6:30pm – 8pm
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Our Helping Parents Heal Austin Group is very grateful to Daisy Dongieux and Becky Yatsu for their guidance over the past several years.
Rhonda Andrews has graciously agreed to take over and we are thrilled to have her.
Hi there...I'm Rhonda from Austin, Texas. My sweet son Reece transitioned by suicide at 17 in March 2017. Right from the start, he was sending me signs and synchronicities. I was so fortunate to find Helping Parents Heal about six months into this journey. Reece and I have grown together and he has taught me so much along the way. I'm forever grateful for the friends in HPH that I've made along the way. So many have been instrumental in my healing. I look forward to helping other parents and getting the message out that our children are always with us.
My name is Asta Daniels and I am a native German. I am the mother of two beautiful children Natasha 27 and Tyler forever 20. Tyler transitioned February 1, 2014 due to an accidental overdose, but have learned through 2 mediums that he was poisoned which I had suspected all along. I fell into a deep, dark hole and could not find comfort anywhere, no Therapists or Grief support groups. I searched the Internet excessively to read anything I could find about child loss and the Afterlife and came across HPH. Every night after work I would read the new posts and slowly started to have hope. Tyler sends me signs and I know he is around us all the time and I will keep his memory alive. I am honored to be a part of the HPH Dallas Chapter and walking this journey with other parents.
Mary Dooley:
My name is Mary Dooley. I live in Houston Texas with my husband, Boxer dogs and horse. I have two children, Lea in spirit and my son Devan. My daughter Lea 32, transitioned in 2020 from sepsis and colon cancer. I immediately felt her presence and my search began. I feel like I stumbled onto HPH but now I truly believe Lea guided me. I know many of us shining light parents say the same. HPH gave me the support, care and comfort I needed. My spirituality blossomed and so did my soul which helped me heal. Lea was full of gratitude and that is how I strive to live my life everyday. I hope I can be of service to other parents through HPH the way it helped me.
Pamela Hidinger:
I am a mother of three beautiful girls. My oldest, Michelle “Emjay” transitioned on February 28, 2018 at the age of 20. Before my Michelle crossed to the other side, I didn’t put much thought into the afterlife or spiritualism, but her passing started me on a spiritual journey and guided me to Helping Parents Heal. Michelle has made it very clear to me that she is still here and we have work to do together, including meeting other shining light parents and their shining lights so that we may all continue the relationships in love.
Deb Neubek:
A proud mom of two sons, my oldest, Dean, took himself Home September 2020 at 24 years old. Just hours after he transitioned, he made sure that we knew he was still here in Spirit. The amazing people, resources and genuine love we found at Helping Parents Heal made me want to reach out and help others. Retired after 30 years at NASA, I enjoy researching the hereafter, walking daily in nature and taking pictures of wildlife. I am grateful for Kurt, my supportive husband of almost 40 years, and adult son, Grant who walk beside me on this journey.
Meetings will be the 3rd Sunday of the month at 7:30pm starting in August. In July, since there are 5 Sundays will will be having our meeting at 7:30 on 7/23.
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Andy and Kathy MacMannis
Andy was raised in Billings, NY. He graduated from Penn State University in 1985. He was commissioned into the Marine Corps the same year. Andrew served as an Infantry Officer for 30 years retiring at the rank of Colonel. Kathy was raised in Mamaroneck, NY. In marrying Andrew, Kathy married into the extended Marine Corps family. This was the perfect fit for Kathy as it filled 2 passions she had, travel and helping others. This started what she called her job as a “Professional Volunteer”. They lived in many locations around the world. They were blessed with 3 beautiful and energetic boys, Conor (1993), Jack (1996) and Aiden (1998).
In March of 2013 their youngest, Aiden, died by suicide at the age of 15. Eight months later their oldest son, Conor, died in an accidental fall while attending Penn State University. This started a journey in not only the deepest grief and pain a parent can experience, but also an extraordinary awakening and enlightenment that came in the form of signs, messages and real-time communication. All of this has led them to know that Conor and Aiden continue this journey with them. They are still very present and together they have much work to do!
Meetings will be the last Wednesday of the month at 7:30 pm. Please email Kathy for more information:HPHNoVA@gmail.com
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My name is Amy and I am the mother to 3 beautiful souls. Claire and Will are 19 yr old twins. My oldest son, McKellar, passed on July 1, 2017, at the age of 19 by suicide. I was blessed to begin receiving signs from my son the day after he transitioned. I began researching everything I could regarding Heaven, the Afterlife, Near death experiences as well as after death communication. I was gifted a session with medium Tina Powers, who is based in Arizona. The healing that I have experienced has been undeniable. I am very grateful to continue the journey of healing, growing and connecting with other parents.
Julia La Joie’s Bio
I joined Helping Parents Heal in April of 2012 when I met Mark Ireland and Elizabeth Boisson at a conference in Phoenix, AZ on After Death Communication. There were many parents like myself who had lost a child and had discovered the healing that comes from ADC and other forms of spiritual growth. I am eager to join hands and hearts with other parents in the Baltimore – Washington area to grow our network and support each other in healing and spiritual growth.
Rita Kozushin’s Bio
My name is Rita Kozushin. I immigrated to the USA in 1977 from Russia, the former Soviet Union. I am married and have two children. My younger child, a daughter, passed away from a prescription drug overdose in September 2011. After her death, I discovered HPH.
I worked as an information security analyst until my daughter became ill. After her death, I tried to return to work but could not function and quit. With my daughter’s help and guidance, I found a job at Kennedy Center for Performing Art as an usher. This job was a real lifesaver for me. This is what I am doing now. I met Julia shortly after my daughter’s death; that’s how I got involved with the Helping Parents Heal organization, which also had a huge impact on my life. I am Julia’s co-leader for the Washington DC chapter. When she is out of town, I will replace her as a chapter leader.
The meetings will be held the first Monday of the month at Rita's home from 2-4 pm. Please RSVP and learn more by emailing Rita at rita.kozushin@gmail.com, or call her at: 571-239-4174
Beth Newkirk:
Beth is a mother to three beautiful children, two have passed away; her son, Steven when he was 8 years old from cancer and her daughter, Erin at 21 from suicide.
She is looking forward to meeting other parents on this journey and bringing Helping Parents Heal to the Seattle area.
Wendy Saffel:
I’m passionate about helping parents after the loss of a child because I lost a child too—my beautiful 20-year-old son Hugh, in 2020. Through mediumship and the fantastic support and resources offered by Helping Parents Heal, I’ve come to a place where I know and experience that Hugh is still right here, right now—and that our relationship continues. This has brought me tremendous comfort and peace. I am now able to feel happiness and enjoy life, with Hugh forever a part of it. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of every month, 7 pm PT on Zoom, with some in-person get-togethers as well.
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Dave Derby:
My “normal” life was shattered in September 1999 when I was told that my daughter was in a car accident. My wife and I rushed to the hospital to discover our beloved “Ginger” had died on the operating table. She was 20. Her adult life was just starting and then it was suddenly over. The shock and horror was all consuming and took a long, long time to fathom. I didn’t “get over it”; I learned to cope with the pain and anger.
One of the most helpful things on my journey was when I saw a psychic. Not something I considered before losing “Ginger”. I’m a math/science guy so psychics just did not compute. It only took one session to turn my thinking completely around. Support groups and books tempered my grief but the psychic brought me a sense of peace unlike anything I’d ever encountered.
In 2011 my daughter “Tracy” passed from a rare form of cancer at the age of 42 and we were again facing the grief from losing our child. She had a family and kids so we had the added pain of watching our grandsons grieve.
It has been helpful to sense my daughters around me and see the signs they provide. It will never be “okay” that they are gone from life but their signs do give some joy and the means to continue my life journey until we are reunited.
About Carolyn:
I take immense pride in being the mom of two extraordinary children. My son Philip resides amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains of Colorado, while my beloved daughter Cara resides in the realm of Heaven. On January 11, 2020, a car accident tragically took Cara from our family. However, since then, Cara has made her presence felt by showering us with remarkable signs.
As a mother, I yearned to know where Cara was and if she was safe. This led me to discover Helping Parents Heal, and thus began my journey toward hope and healing. Now, I am fully aware that Cara is by my side every day, diligently working to help me recognize and comprehend the messages she sends.
Cara's true happiness always came from being outdoors. Her adoration for the mountains, nature, skiing, and hiking shaped her life. We now find solace and delight from immersing ourselves in the activities and places that Cara cherished. My hope is to live my life to the fullest, bringing honor to Cara's memory, and assisting others in moving forward to find peace and joy in their lives.
About Barb:
Hello to all. What happens when our hearts are cracked open is so unique to everyone. We all have in common an urge to connect with our children and motivation to find joy again as shining light parents. I have three wonderful grown children and a loving spouse of more than 37 years. Our journey began on December 14, 2021, when our middle child, Jordan, of almost 26 years chose to transition. We were not aware of the severity of his pain and were devastated by his physical loss. I found Helping Parents Heal about 9 months after his transition and it has offered continued support, comfort, and healing. I want to facilitate this support through connecting with you and building relationships with those who can also understand this transformational life experience.
The Erie/Boulder group meets every third Tuesday of the month in person at Unity of Boulder Spiritual Center. Doors open at 6:00pm. The meeting is from 6:30-8:00pm. There will also be a live Zoom link to the meeting posted on the Erie/Boulder facebook page for those who cannot join us in person. These meetings are not recorded.
Please email us at erie.boulder.helpingparentsheal@gmail.com
Please join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/hpherieboulder/
About Michelle and Bill:
Our daughter, Jordan, transitioned 8/29/16. She suffered with a rare disease called Gastroparesis. Her stomach and intestines were paralyzed. She was 32, our only child. Days after her passing, she was communicating with me telepathically. She was moving things in our home! Even still the grief and trauma was excruciating! We were blessed to attend the first HPH conference in 2018, where we felt a shift in our grief. This group of loving parents has become our lifeline.
In our group we share stories, we share signs from our kids. We cry and laugh together. We lift each other up!
Call or text Michele for more information~805-441-6280~ Email SedonaHPH@gmail.com
Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealcoloradowesternslope/
I am the mother of 4 amazing young men, ages 20-28. My second oldest son, Devin, decided to move to heaven on September 27, 2021 at the age of 24. Devin’s sudden and unexpected passing rocked our family’s world and shattered this momma’s heart in a million pieces. In those early painful days, it was Devin who gently guided me to find Helping Parents Heal’s Facebook page, which has been an amazing ongoing source of love and support. The group’s many resources has helped me to expand my awareness of spirit and helped me learn how to continue my relationship with my son in spirit form. Now, after having been on this journey for almost 2 years, I am ready to help organize the first Las Vegas Chapter of Helping Parents Heal, and bring together all the parents in this area who have lost a child, to help provide a source of support and connection along this journey. Together I know we can help each other heal and find joy again!
We will have our meetings on the first Wednesday of the month, starting on Wednesday, October 4th from 5:00 to 6:30 pm!
at: Sun City MacDonald Ranch Community Center
Desert Willow Golf Course
2020 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy
Henderson, NV
Please email me at hphlasvegas@gmail.com with any questions
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I'm not sure exactly how I found out about Helping Parents Heal. I was reading and watching everything I could online. Maybe it was from watching the Life to Afterlife movie. I just know that once I found this group- I finally found people who could understand. My first son, Austin, was only here for 14 hours after his birth on 7-31-90 and then I got to keep my youngest son, Kyle until 12-21-19, when he was 20 years old. Although I don't feel I have really received signs, this group gives me hope that I will some day. And it definitely gives me hope that there is still much joy to come. I was disappointed when there wasn't a group in my area, so I will start one and see where it goes.
Hi! My name is Ginny Kern, and I am Samuel (“Sam” / “Sammy”) Miller Kern’s mom. Sam transitioned on 9-26-20 at the age of 29. Sam was a kind, thoughtful, compassionate, creative, witty person, and I miss him every single day. There is some comfort knowing that Sam is with his dad, Ted, who transitioned 3 years ago. Having lost two of some of the most important people in my life within the past 3 years is unfathomable; but, I try to be as strong as possible for my other two children, Grant (27) and Jennifer (22) (plus, Ted and Sam would want me to be happy). Also, I am delighted to be serving as the Maine Affiliate Leader for Helping Parents Heal. Volunteering was an integral part of Sam and Ted’s lives, and I want to honor them in a way that makes them proud, so this opportunity seems befitting. I sincerely hope to provide support to others who are on this same unexpected journey. Love & Light to you all.
Rita Kozushin:
My name is Rita Kozushin. I immigrated to the USA in 1977 from Russia, the former Soviet Union. I am married and have two children. My younger child, a daughter, passed away from a prescription drug overdose in September 2011. After her death, I discovered HPH.
I worked as an information security analyst until my daughter became ill. After her death, I tried to return to work but could not function and quit. With my daughter’s help and guidance, I found a job at Kennedy Center for Performing Art as an usher. This job was a real lifesaver for me. This is what I am doing now. I met Julia shortly after my daughter’s death; that’s how I got involved with the Helping Parents Heal organization, which also had a huge impact on my life. I am Julia’s co-leader for the Washington DC chapter. When she is out of town, I will replace her as a chapter leader.
Meggie Price:
My name is Meggie Price. My life changed forever on 12/28/20 when I lost my only child Zachary, the light of my life, to a drug overdose. He was 28, a loving, giving, beautiful soul, and I was so close to him that I felt as if I died with him. I am early in my journey but finding Helping Parents Heal has been everything I needed to set course towards making a life without my son in physical form. I have had signs from my son and one of them was the message that I have work to do here on earth helping other parents who have lost children. Helping you all maneuver through our wonderful zoom meetings is something I am delighted to do!
Jo Greaney:
Kia Ora/Hello fellow parents from New Zealand. Our precious son Dylan died by suicide December 1st 2019 - the youngest of our 3 children - and so we try to find our way… to learn and feel new ways of connection with Dylan and soothe our broken hearts. I am grateful to be a part of the HPH Tribe and sad to be here with you as we discover different ways to move with the flow of emotions; to wear our pain without resistance or friction, to live this new way of life. The goal is to remember Dylan with more love than pain and honouring my heart by embracing all the ways she can do that.
With much love and kindness - Always xxx Jo xxx
Kerry Alderuccio:
I'm a psychic medium and author, but more importantly; I'm Sam's mum. Sam passed to the spirit world in May, 2012 in a tragic car accident. I have always believed in the afterlife, and this gave me the strength to survive my grief. My own mediumistic abilities were only realised after Sam's passing and sadly, I had no idea that HPH existed until early 2022. I wish that I knew about this amazing group earlier, as their understanding of the continuation of life is in full alignment with my own. I want to give parents hope of a better future, through knowing that their children live on.
Karolina Barac:
I found HPH shortly after the unexpected & tragic passing of my beautiful daughter, Olivia at 15 in Oct 2021. We are a very open minded & spiritual family & noticed Olivia was sending signs & trying to communicate straight away - we just needed to learn how to receive them! I dived into healing & educating myself on energy work, soul planning & spirit communication, which has now extended to facilitating the healing of others. I am a Usui Reiki Master, Advance Akashic Records Practitioner, Psychic Medium student & currently undertaking a Kinesiology degree. The physical loss of our children is devastating but the love & relationship continues as our children live on.
Danny & Angela London, FOUNDING MEMBERS:
My wife Angela and I are raising our boys in the suburb of Aldinga Beach in South Australia. We live close to the beach and all of our 3 boys love the ocean and in particular the surf. Our three boys are Ethan (18), Gemtree (14) and Lacy (12). Ethan passed in December of 2019 in a car accident. Our boy loved life and was always up for adventure. He loved the ocean and the outback and his heart was torn between the two. He loved to laugh and his laugh made others laugh and every time I hear a Kookaburra I know he is close. He had a tremendous capacity to love in the moment and the extent of the hearts that he touched only became apparent to us after he passed. This capacity has not diminished and his lessons on love come to us daily and we are painfully but joyfully going along for the ride. We hope to share this legacy and journey with others.
Marie Sulda, FOUNDING MEMBER:
My beautiful son Chris, 34 years old, transitioned in Dec 2018 while overseas in Bali with his family. It was a tragedy.
I have been blessed with an upbringing of knowing that heaven exists right here and that our loved ones are right here with us, this gave me great peace at the time and acceptance. I was still very sad. I went searching to validate my beliefs and found Helping Parents Heal through watching the interview with Craig McMahon “Life to AfterLife, mom can you hear me.”
I would like to bring hope and connection to others, helping others to see our kids are not ‘gone’ but are now precious loving light and energy doing everything they can to help us on our journey forward on this earthly plane in joy and love.
I am a mother of 3 wonderful children and have been married to their father for 30 years. I lost my son Adam in 2006 in a tragic auto accident. Since Adam’s passing I have had afterlife signs that have helped me. I began to search for like-minded parents to share our experiences. I came across the wonderful group Helping Parents Heal and asked if I could start a group here in Canada.
Meetings will be the third Saturday from 2-4 at her place:
5425 North Riverside Drive Manotick Ontario K4M1H2.
Please join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/hphottawa/
Teresa Cernigliaro
My name is Teresa Cernigliaro and I am blessed to be the mother of 3 children, 2 daughters here with me and my son Joey, forever 19, in Heaven. Shortly after Joey’s passing on November 25, 2017, I couldn’t sleep and I was on the internet looking for resources to help me navigate this horrible journey I now found myself on. My search was primarily about the afterlife and I came across the podcast that Tracy Soussi did on We Don’t Die Radio and therein my journey led me to Helping Parents Heal. The resources and support I find in Helping Parents Heal have aided in my healing and shown me hope. I am from Ontario, Canada and Ottawa (4 hours away) was the closest affiliate group. It is my desire to have a place where parents in my area who find themselves in this unimaginable situation of child loss, have a place to come where they are met with compassion, support and provided an accepting, safe place to begin to heal. I have no doubt my precious Joey directed me here and I am forever grateful to be a part of this community.
Please join our Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealswontario/
We are Susan and Bill Van Oije, parents of two amazing and beautiful children: our son Greg, who passed from this earth age 27 in 2014, and his younger sister and our daughter Kristin. Since Greg's passing, he has opened up the Universe for us and made it abundantly clear he is still here with us. It's all about love! We are retired and discovered HPH when a friend told us about medium Suzanne Giesemann, whose writings led us to HPH. Not coincidentally, as we now know that nothing happens by chance, we had a second home in Scottsdale, Arizona, and were able to attend many meetings in Phoenix and Cave Creek, and attended the first HPH conference in Scottsdale. Now that we're back in Calgary full time, our son in spirit nudged us to start the first chapter here. We hope to offer many parents who are suffering with grief the knowledge that our children who have passed are gone in body only, and someday we will see them again.
The Calgary chapter Zoom meetings are the third Tuesday of the month starting at 6:30 p.m. Mountain Time, which is 8: 30 pm Eastern Time. We are so proud to be part of this incredible organization, and we pray that we can help many bereaved parents become Shining Light Parents here in Calgary and all other parents who Zoom in from around the world!
Please join our Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/HelpingParentsHealCalgary/
Shyrose Nurmohamed:
I am blessed to be the mother of two boys: Aly and Adam-- compassionate, kind, intelligent, empaths and givers as well as my best friends! My whole world was knocked off kilter when my eldest son, Aly’s soul returned home, forever 32 years old. Fumbling in the darkness of my own grief, I was led to a reading with a medium whereby Aly told me to join Helping Parents Heal. Therein I discovered a beacon of light for my path on this new journey. Aly had a website where he helped so may young souls struggling with deep depression to find healing and move forward with their lives. I feel guided now to gently hold the hands of parents like myself and lovingly help them discover this path so that they too can find their beacon of light. I have learned that grief never goes away, it just changes form, so that we can learn to live with it and still shine.
Jodie Werier:
I am a Shining Light Mom to Koby ( my one and only ) who tragically joined the Spirit World in May 2020 at the age of 30, due to fentanyl poisoning. Koby began to send me signs almost immediately, but I was in a profound state of grief and totally unaware of the existence of an afterlife. So after sending me multiple signs including birds, dimes, flashing lights, and 11’s, Koby directed me to HPH so that I could become more aware of his existence. I began to attend HPH Zoom meetings (during Covid) and through the support of this amazing organization I now see light where there used to be only darkness. I look forward to meeting more Greater Vancouver Shining Light Parents so that we can continue to heal together.
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Affiliate Leader
Terri MacDonald:
I am a mother to four children Shayne, Ricki, Carly and Chloe, my son Ricki, forever 23 passed due to an accidental heroin overdose on 30/06/2015. I honestly believe we have a soul agreement and mission together. The pain we all suffer as parents, whatever age in whatever circumstance our child passes, it changes our world forever. I had a spiritual awakening through Rick reaching out to me straight away with amazing signs and synchronicities, I searched for him and we met ‘somewhere in the middle’. From this beautiful place, we are so strongly connected. I developed my Mediumship abilities at my local Inverness Spiritualist Church and supported Mentorship programmes, a huge part of my healing journey. Mediumship is my passion. I recently became an Accredited Medium and an Accredited Tarot Reader. I continue to learn and grow and love to watch other Medium’s work. I believe Ricki and I have a soul mission helping other parents.
Our healing journey is not easy, but I do believe we grow as a soul and go on to finding a purpose, what we came here to do. Becoming UK Affiliate is in my heart and I have no doubt I was guided to meeting Kat and the unfoldment of what lead to me being here. I feel so honoured to connect with such amazing parents and look forward to sharing this amazing space together.
Points of Contact
Joanna Buckmaster:
E-mail: joannabuckmaster@msn.com
I have been an HPH member for many years and support Terri who is the UK lead. I also run a monthly book club. I am married to Philip and have a daughter Anna, who helped set up the Helping Siblings Heal group. Our son Peter passed in 2014 in a car accident, aged 22. He was a very talented drummer. I felt his presence strongly as he passed and started to hear words in my head from that point on. This developed into an ability to channel through writing, and I have sometimes shared my experiences with the group, offering guidance and encouragement to try out this method of communication. We have been blessed with love and support from friends old and new, including those we have met through HPH. We have also received many “reassurances” in the form of spiritual experiences. My desire is to share these experiences with others to give them hope and help them open up to the amazing healing power of spirit.
Area covered: South-West London area.
Meeting info: walks/lunches/workshops
Linda O’Neill:
E-mail: linda.oneill0162@gmail.com
Areas covered: County Durham and Darlington (North East England)
Meeting info: coffee and chat meet ups, walks, lunches/workshops.
My name is Linda O’Neill and I am the mother of two wonderful sons Thomas and David. In February 2021, my youngest son David who was 28 years old - passed by suicide. This sudden and life changing event, made me question everything about life and plunged me into a very dark place emotionally. Over the past 2 years, I have developed a very strong connection with David in spirit and I feel his presence with me daily. He sends me so many signs and synchronicities, guiding me to the right people and situations. I am a certified Grief Educator, Reiki Master and Holistic Coach. I also love attending sound baths, conscious breathwork and meditation sessions. Out of this immense pain has emerged the motivation and passion, to reach out to help other parents and help them to navigate their own healing journeys.
Anni Poole Preston:
Area covered: Lancashire
Hello, I am Anni.
Email: annipoole2@gmail.com
I am a mum to two stunning children, Lindsey my daughter and my beautiful son in spirit, Anthony xx He made a choice to transition on 22.8.22, Forever43. I love to learn how to connect with his amazing energy and I have so many signs from him and conversations with him too. I do feel really called to connect with other grieving parents , and I am currently writing a book to take away the stigma of suicide and to coach and inform readers from such a deep level, deeper than I could ever fathom on my own. You just can’t beat a conversation where someone listens deeply, and you feel truly heard. That’s something I hold dear.
I have been a primary headteacher and consultant, and I bring my energy healing and love of Spirit into working with children and families. This is at the heart of everything I do. I retrained in counselling, authored a book, and trained in Spiritual Coaching to find ways to support my families.
Please visit our website: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealuk/
Anna is an actress born in Surrey, UK. Her brother and only sibling Pete passed in 2014 in a car accident. Being left as an only sibling, she realized there were no support systems or communities, specifically for bereaved brothers and sisters, and struggled to find people in similar situations to confide in. After her parents joined Helping Parents Heal and gained a great deal of comfort in the community, she felt compelled to create a sibling branch of the group to allow a space for people to connect and talk openly about their experiences. She hopes that this group, as the first of its kind, will provide hope and comfort to those who are told to stay strong for others and often struggle alone. Please visit our Facebook page, Helping Siblings Heal, or our Helping Siblings Heal page on this Web site.
Chandra Ramamurthy
My name is Chandra Ramamurthy, from Mumbai, India. In 2016, after my husband's life-threatening accident, we knew about my son's depression. My son left home on the night of 23rd September 2018- to never return. We found his body after 10 days- off the coast of Mumbai. Naman was our everything, our reason to live. Through HPH, I found the strength to stand in my grief and know about others, who have also walked the same path as me. I hope to continue to work with mental health issues and hope to hold space for others.
Anal Shah
I am Anal Shah, living in Ahmedabad, India. I am a mom to two kids, one in heaven and one here on earth. My son Smayan was 15 when he passed on 27th June 2017, after 21 days of illness. Doctors labeled my son as having pyrexia of unknown origin. Learning to accept this illogical occurrence, finding the reasons to the "why's?", "what if's?" and "should I's?", I realized that life doesn't come with an instruction manual. Today, I live for my daughter and husband- helping others through this journey. By doing this I honor Smayan in every way.
I talked to my friend Simone about my many signs that Deeshalin is connecting with me. She introduced me to Helping Parents Heal and said she wanted to lead a group in South Africa. I thought it would be beautiful to be a shining light to other parents whose children have moved on to the next realm and I offered to assist her. Dawn Richards and the other members of HPH have reaffirmed that I had found a purpose for living, as well as the amazing bond that I continue to have with my beloved Deeshalin."
We are Marilene and Tom Madsen. Our warrior son Kevin (with Marilene in attached photo) transitioned in June of 2018 after a three-and-a-half year battle with cancer. He was a warrior in life, and his relentless personality persists from the other side, even four years after his passing, which is such comfort to us! He is so forceful in his signs and demonstrations that he has simply wiped out any possible doubt.
We now live in Paraguaçu, MG, Brasil. Formerly we lived in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. There we co-founded the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of HPH in 2019. Now that we live in Brasil, we know that there must be many grieving parents here that could use the healing we’ve seen and received from HPH. So we feel called to start a Portuguese-speaking chapter.
If you’re reading this, it is because your child has steered you here. You can be healed, and you can help bring healing to others. It is like a warm blanket! We hope you will join us on Zoom on the first Sunday each month at 10AM Brasilia time. Please see our Facebook page to join the group:www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealbrazil/
Somos Marilene e Tom Madsen. Nosso guerreiro filho Kevin transitionou em junho de 2018, depois uma batalha contra o cancer durante três anos e meio. Ele foi guerreiro na vida, e sua personalidade implacável persiste mesmo do outro lado, quatro anos depois de sua passagem, o que nos tras muito conforto! Ele é tão forte em seus sinais e demonstrações que não nos deixa nenhuma dúvida.
Nós agora moramos em Paraguaçu, Minas Gerias, Brasil. Anteriormente, moravamos na Area da Bahia de San Francisco, California. Em 2019, co-fundamos o San Francisco Bay Area Chapter de HPH. Agora que moramos no Brasil, sabemos que existem muitos pais enlutados aqui que poderiam se benificiar da cura e apoio que recebemos do grupo HPH. Então, nos sentimos chamados a iniciar esse capitulo na lingua portuguesa.
Se você esta lendo isso, e porque seu filho ou filha te trouxe até aqui. Você pode se curar e pode ajudar outras pessoas a se curarem. E como um cobertor quente que nos conforta. Esperamos que você participe conosco via Zoom no primeiro domingo de cada mes, as 10 horas da amanha, horario de Brasilia. Favor ver nossa pagina no Facebook a: www.facebook.com/groups/helpingparentshealbrazil/ para se afiliar ao grupo.
Não estamos sozinhos nessa jornada!!
Hi, I was born in Lima, Peru. I came to the US when I was 18. I live in Philadelphia, PA and I have been doing translations and interpretations for the past 25 years. I have worked in court and in medical offices doing simultaneous interpretations for special needs children and enjoy doing so. It is extremely important that the message get translated in the same exact manner in which it was spoken. Over the past 5 years, I have also worked in voice overs. I love being able to use my native language, Spanish, in various ways.
I am a single mom, divorced, and have 4 children, all boys: Franky (25), Cesar (22), JoseLuis (20) and Armando (14). 2 of my boys are in spirit; JoseLuis and Franky (In order of their transition)
After the transition of my 2 beautiful sons, I watched the documentary by Craig McMahon, ‘Life to Afterlife: Mom, Can You Hear Me?’ and all of the following ones and I became a member of Helping Parents Heal. I have met and I am still meeting many wonderful parents. This is now my new family and I am so very grateful. Helping Parents Heal saved my life after the transition of my two boys.
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Hello, my name is Ann-Christin. I am a mother of three wonderful children; Benedict,Mathias and Joachim. We lost our youngest son summer 2018. He was found in the mountains here with a farewell letter in his pocket. In the blink of an eye our world turned upside down. Joachim was 21, already a skilled martial artist, and he had a bright future in front of him. This traumatic loss has changed everything in my life, and in my family's life. I was lucky to find Helping Parents Heal and Suzanne Giesemann early on, and in her reading she gave me solid evidences about my son. The following year I traveled to The Arthur Findlay Collage where I got further confirmation about Joachim's continuing presence in my life. Zoom meetings with other parents and resources from HPH have been, and still are very important for me.
Last year (2022) I finished a Grief Education Certification Course with David Kessler. I feel very honored to be able to participate in HPH as a Caring Listener, and I would love to help, share and listen to other parents on this journey.
Hei! Jeg heter Ann-Christin, og jeg har tre fantastiske barn, Benedicte, Mathias og Joachim. Sommeren 2018 mistet vi yngstesønnen vår Han ble funnet med et avskjedsbrev i lommen. Der og da ble livet som vi kjente det knust i millioner av biter. Joachim var 21, og allerede en erfaren martial artist med en en lovende fremtid foran seg. Det traumatiske tapet har forandret både meg og familien min for alltid. Jeg var heldig og fant både Helpings Parets Heal og Suzanne Giesemann tidlig. Bevisene Suzanne ga meg, sammen med beskjedene Joachim selv sendte hjalp meg videre. Terapi, zoom møter med andre foreldre og ressurser fra HPH har vært og er fortsatt viktig for meg. Informasjonen og støtten vi foreldre kan gi til hverandre på denne vanskelige vegen er avgjørende. Forrige året (2022) gjennomførte jeg et Sertifiseringskurs i sorg med David Kessler. Jeg er veldig takknemlig for å ha fått muligheten til og delta i Helping Parents Heal som en Caring Listener.
Ann-Christin lives in Norway
Facebook:www.facebook.com/groups/hphnorge/