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Rooted
scarr
2026-03-10T20:33:24+00:00
Welcome to Rooted: Grieving & Growing Together (formerly known as The Landing). This free program offers a safe space for children and teens to spend time together with others who understand what it’s like to have someone close to them die. Participants have the option to take part in discussions, play, art, learning, and activities for expressing grief in a supportive environment with trained staff and volunteers.
We offer
programming
that fosters community
and engagement with your
own personal
grief.
About Dougy Center
Dougy Center is an internationally recognized authority on childhood bereavement, and the first in the world to establish the peer grief support model. We are the only Dougy-trained grief support program in Skagit County. You can find additional resources on the
Dougy Center website.
How the Rooted Program Works
Drop-In
Sessions
Resources for
Grieving Families
Frequently Asked
Questions
Donate or
Volunteer
Refer a
Family
How the Rooted Program Works
Rooted serves our community’s grief support needs for youth aged 6-18 years old who have had a family member or someone close to them die.
Our program
offers peer support to youth and their caregivers.
This is a non-clinical space that centers on connection, play, and community
.
Grief can feel isolating at times, especially for children whose friends may never have experienced grief themselves. Rooted is a safe place where children and teens can connect with peers who are also grieving — who get where they’re coming from.
Our staff and volunteers do not provide counseling but are trained to support young people through age-appropriate activities as they express their feelings and experiences of grief. During youth sessions, accompanying adults are welcome to participate in group discussions in support of their own grief process.
Rooted: Grieving & Growing Together is based on the
Dougy Center
model for peer grief support and principles of grief-informed services.
All services are free. Complete a
pre-registration form
to attend drop-in sessions, or feel free to reach out with questions.
Loading...
Youth connect with peers who get where they're coming from
Art and other activities
help children express their emotions
We understand that children
process grief differently at various ages
Accompanying adults can meet
during the kids' session
Drop-In Sessions
Join us for FREE peer support drop-in sessions. Participants have the option to take part in discussions, play, art, learning, and other age-appropriate activities for expressing grief in a supportive environment with trained staff and volunteers.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 10th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, March 24th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, April 14th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, April 28th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 12th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 26th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 9th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 23rd | 6:00 pm
WHERE:
Heartwood House | 2136 State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley (adjacent to the hospital campus)
WHO:
Youth aged 6-18 years old who have had a family member or someone close to them die, and their caregivers/family
Complete the pre-registration form here
After registering, our team will reach out to you to schedule a brief call to learn more about you and your family. This helps ensure we have the information we need to create the most supportive peer environment.
Questions?
Contact: Seth Kosanovich
Email:
Seth.Kosanovich@unitedgeneral.org
Phone:
360-854-7178
Resources for Grieving Families
Online Grief Support Resources
The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families | Portland, OR
—
The Dougy Center is the National Center for Excellence in Childhood Grief. They offer in person support in Portland, Oregon as well as guidance and best practices for grief centers worldwide. Rooted is informed by their standards and methods. They have a lot of resources on their website.
Grief Support Resource Library – NACG
—
National Alliance on Children's Grief is a nation wide network of grief centers. The alliance supports the grief centers through resources, mentorship, and annual gatherings.
A Home for All who Hold Space for the Sacred Thresholds of Birth, Breath, and Death
–
The Institute for the Study of Birth, Breath, and Death is an inspiring and nurturing organization/community dedicated to furthering the development and professional skill set of those called to hold space for birthing, living, and dying.
Children's Books about Grief
Invisible String
by Patricia Karst
Calling the Wind
by Trudy Ludwig
What Does Grief Fell Like?
by Korie Leigh
I Can't Believe They're Gone
by
Karen Brough
and
Hiruni Kariyawasam
A Kids Book About Grief
by Brennan C. Wood
The ABC's of Grief: a children's grief book for all different types of loss
by Jessica Correnti
Why do I feel so sad?
By Tracy Lambert
When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide of Grief and Loss
by Andrea Dorn
The Dead Bird
by Margaret Wise Brown
Lost in the Clouds
by Tom Tinn-Disbury
The Grief Rock
by Natasha Daniels
When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death
by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown
A Terrible Thing Happened
by Margaret M. Holmes
Edna
by Susan Paradis
Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You
by Nancy Tillman
Children’s Books to Cope with Big Emotions
Magic Breathe
by Nick Ortner and Alison Taylor
The Emotions Book: A Little Story About Big Feelings
by Liz Fletcher
Ruby Finds A Worry
by Tom Percival
Ida, Always
by Caron Levis
My Feelings are a Hurricane
by Annabelle Wallick
Don't Feed the Worry Bug
by Andi Green
The Color Monster
by Anna Llenas
Grumpy Monkey
by Lang and Lang
There's a Nightmare in My Closet
by Mercer Mayer
The Goodbye Book
by Todd Parr
Adult Books on Grief
Wild Edge of Sorrow
by Francis Weller
Die Wise
by Stephen Jenkinson
Holding Space: On Loving, Dying, and Letting Go
by Amy Glenn Wright
Life, Death, Grief and the Possibility of Pleasure
by Oceana Sawyer
Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet
by Joan Halifax
Understanding Your Grief: 10 Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart
by Alan Wolfelt
Life, Death, Grief, and the Possibility of Pleasure
by Oceana Sawyer
It's OK That You're Not OK
by Megan Devine
Podcasts About Grief
Grief Out Loud Podcast
with Jana DeCristofaro
Unlocking Us
with Brene Brown
Griefcast
with Cariad Lloyd
Terrible, Thanks for Asking
with Nora McInerny
Grief Support for Adults in Skagit County
Grief and Loss Support – Hospice of the Northwest
Hospice of the Northwest offers in person and online grief groups for adults for anyone in the community. Check their website for times and dates. They run continuously throughout the year. They also have a wonderful library of books related to grief, death, and support.
GriefShare
GriefShare is a 10 week faith-based grief group held at various churches across Skagit County. Check their website for exact dates, times, and locations for the groups.
Alternative Grief Support - Whatcom County
Grief Rituals and Support — FIRE AND MOSS EMBODIMENT
This is a space to deepen into your grief through dance and movement supported by music and a safe space to express yourself. This offering uses the
Open Floor dance
modality and is at Presence Studios in Bellingham, WA.
Grief Work | Deeper Currents
This is two women who offer one on one support, grief rituals, and grief tending in a sacred and non-clinical way. They also offer death doula services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon after someone dies can I come to Rooted?
scarr
2024-09-17T18:53:22+00:00
How soon after someone dies can I come to Rooted?
We recommend joining when it feels like you
can
verbally process the death
and share your story with your community
. This
can look
very different
for everybody and can be
at various times for everybody. No one can decide the timeline for you or your family. If you are curious
about
whether it would be a good fit or the timing is right
, you can always reach out to talk to one of our staff member
s.
What happens if my child doesn’t know how their person died?
scarr
2024-09-17T22:32:40+00:00
What happens if my child doesn’t know how their person died?
You get to decide how and when to share how your person died
to your children
. Based on the
Dougy
Center model, we really value honesty and sharing the whole story in an
age-appropriate
manner
to
all kids.
It is
important
for
trust building and the healing process to know the full story
.
This being said, we will honor the way you want your story to be told.
What do I need to do to attend the sessions?
scarr
2024-11-08T21:01:47+00:00
What do I need to do to attend the sessions?
Before you attend your first session, you will need to fill out a
pre-registration form
and complete a brief call with a staff member.
This helps ensure we have the information we need to create the most supportive peer environment.
Are there clinicians who work at Rooted?
scarr
2024-09-17T19:07:19+00:00
Are there clinicians who work at Rooted?
There are no clinicians who work at Rooted. It is run by
Americorps VISTA members and supported by
trained
volunteers. The model is inspired by the
Dougy
Center which
utilizes
a peer support model.
Are ROOTED services free?
scarr
2024-11-11T17:19:01+00:00
Are ROOTED services free?
YES! Our services are completely free.
Donate or Volunteer
Rooted: Grieving and Growing Together is provided free of charge to all participants.
We rely on donations from our community, and volunteers to support this program, and appreciate any support you can give.
Donate
Donations to the Rooted program are processed through the Foundation of District 304, a non-profit organization. You will be sent a receipt of the donation for your tax records.
DONATE
Volunteer
Volunteers are key to the Rooted program’s success! If you are passionate about supporting youth through the grief process, we hope you’ll join us. We have opportunities to volunteer behind the scenes or co-facilitating groups.
Regular youth bereavement volunteer trainings are held throughout the year and must be completed before you can volunteer with the program.
Note: All volunteers must pass a background check, and we suggest waiting at least a year after experiencing the death of someone you hold dear before beginning volunteering with Rooted.
I’d like to Learn More about volunteering
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Rooted
scarr
2026-03-10T20:33:24+00:00
Welcome to Rooted: Grieving & Growing Together (formerly known as The Landing). This free program offers a safe space for children and teens to spend time together with others who understand what it’s like to have someone close to them die. Participants have the option to take part in discussions, play, art, learning, and activities for expressing grief in a supportive environment with trained staff and volunteers.
We offer
programming
that fosters community
and engagement with your
own personal
grief.
About Dougy Center
Dougy Center is an internationally recognized authority on childhood bereavement, and the first in the world to establish the peer grief support model. We are the only Dougy-trained grief support program in Skagit County. You can find additional resources on the
Dougy Center website.
How the Rooted Program Works
Drop-In
Sessions
Resources for
Grieving Families
Frequently Asked
Questions
Donate or
Volunteer
Refer a
Family
How the Rooted Program Works
Rooted serves our community’s grief support needs for youth aged 6-18 years old who have had a family member or someone close to them die.
Our program
offers peer support to youth and their caregivers.
This is a non-clinical space that centers on connection, play, and community
.
Grief can feel isolating at times, especially for children whose friends may never have experienced grief themselves. Rooted is a safe place where children and teens can connect with peers who are also grieving — who get where they’re coming from.
Our staff and volunteers do not provide counseling but are trained to support young people through age-appropriate activities as they express their feelings and experiences of grief. During youth sessions, accompanying adults are welcome to participate in group discussions in support of their own grief process.
Rooted: Grieving & Growing Together is based on the
Dougy Center
model for peer grief support and principles of grief-informed services.
All services are free. Complete a
pre-registration form
to attend drop-in sessions, or feel free to reach out with questions.
Loading...
Youth connect with peers who get where they're coming from
Art and other activities
help children express their emotions
We understand that children
process grief differently at various ages
Accompanying adults can meet
during the kids' session
Drop-In Sessions
Join us for FREE peer support drop-in sessions. Participants have the option to take part in discussions, play, art, learning, and other age-appropriate activities for expressing grief in a supportive environment with trained staff and volunteers.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 10th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, March 24th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, April 14th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, April 28th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 12th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 26th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 9th | 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 23rd | 6:00 pm
WHERE:
Heartwood House | 2136 State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley (adjacent to the hospital campus)
WHO:
Youth aged 6-18 years old who have had a family member or someone close to them die, and their caregivers/family
Complete the pre-registration form here
After registering, our team will reach out to you to schedule a brief call to learn more about you and your family. This helps ensure we have the information we need to create the most supportive peer environment.
Questions?
Contact: Seth Kosanovich
Email:
Seth.Kosanovich@unitedgeneral.org
Phone:
360-854-7178
Resources for Grieving Families
Online Grief Support Resources
The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families | Portland, OR
—
The Dougy Center is the National Center for Excellence in Childhood Grief. They offer in person support in Portland, Oregon as well as guidance and best practices for grief centers worldwide. Rooted is informed by their standards and methods. They have a lot of resources on their website.
Grief Support Resource Library – NACG
—
National Alliance on Children's Grief is a nation wide network of grief centers. The alliance supports the grief centers through resources, mentorship, and annual gatherings.
A Home for All who Hold Space for the Sacred Thresholds of Birth, Breath, and Death
–
The Institute for the Study of Birth, Breath, and Death is an inspiring and nurturing organization/community dedicated to furthering the development and professional skill set of those called to hold space for birthing, living, and dying.
Children's Books about Grief
Invisible String
by Patricia Karst
Calling the Wind
by Trudy Ludwig
What Does Grief Fell Like?
by Korie Leigh
I Can't Believe They're Gone
by
Karen Brough
and
Hiruni Kariyawasam
A Kids Book About Grief
by Brennan C. Wood
The ABC's of Grief: a children's grief book for all different types of loss
by Jessica Correnti
Why do I feel so sad?
By Tracy Lambert
When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide of Grief and Loss
by Andrea Dorn
The Dead Bird
by Margaret Wise Brown
Lost in the Clouds
by Tom Tinn-Disbury
The Grief Rock
by Natasha Daniels
When Dinosaurs Die: A Guide to Understanding Death
by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown
A Terrible Thing Happened
by Margaret M. Holmes
Edna
by Susan Paradis
Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You
by Nancy Tillman
Children’s Books to Cope with Big Emotions
Magic Breathe
by Nick Ortner and Alison Taylor
The Emotions Book: A Little Story About Big Feelings
by Liz Fletcher
Ruby Finds A Worry
by Tom Percival
Ida, Always
by Caron Levis
My Feelings are a Hurricane
by Annabelle Wallick
Don't Feed the Worry Bug
by Andi Green
The Color Monster
by Anna Llenas
Grumpy Monkey
by Lang and Lang
There's a Nightmare in My Closet
by Mercer Mayer
The Goodbye Book
by Todd Parr
Adult Books on Grief
Wild Edge of Sorrow
by Francis Weller
Die Wise
by Stephen Jenkinson
Holding Space: On Loving, Dying, and Letting Go
by Amy Glenn Wright
Life, Death, Grief and the Possibility of Pleasure
by Oceana Sawyer
Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet
by Joan Halifax
Understanding Your Grief: 10 Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart
by Alan Wolfelt
Life, Death, Grief, and the Possibility of Pleasure
by Oceana Sawyer
It's OK That You're Not OK
by Megan Devine
Podcasts About Grief
Grief Out Loud Podcast
with Jana DeCristofaro
Unlocking Us
with Brene Brown
Griefcast
with Cariad Lloyd
Terrible, Thanks for Asking
with Nora McInerny
Grief Support for Adults in Skagit County
Grief and Loss Support – Hospice of the Northwest
Hospice of the Northwest offers in person and online grief groups for adults for anyone in the community. Check their website for times and dates. They run continuously throughout the year. They also have a wonderful library of books related to grief, death, and support.
GriefShare
GriefShare is a 10 week faith-based grief group held at various churches across Skagit County. Check their website for exact dates, times, and locations for the groups.
Alternative Grief Support - Whatcom County
Grief Rituals and Support — FIRE AND MOSS EMBODIMENT
This is a space to deepen into your grief through dance and movement supported by music and a safe space to express yourself. This offering uses the
Open Floor dance
modality and is at Presence Studios in Bellingham, WA.
Grief Work | Deeper Currents
This is two women who offer one on one support, grief rituals, and grief tending in a sacred and non-clinical way. They also offer death doula services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon after someone dies can I come to Rooted?
scarr
2024-09-17T18:53:22+00:00
How soon after someone dies can I come to Rooted?
We recommend joining when it feels like you
can
verbally process the death
and share your story with your community
. This
can look
very different
for everybody and can be
at various times for everybody. No one can decide the timeline for you or your family. If you are curious
about
whether it would be a good fit or the timing is right
, you can always reach out to talk to one of our staff member
s.
What happens if my child doesn’t know how their person died?
scarr
2024-09-17T22:32:40+00:00
What happens if my child doesn’t know how their person died?
You get to decide how and when to share how your person died
to your children
. Based on the
Dougy
Center model, we really value honesty and sharing the whole story in an
age-appropriate
manner
to
all kids.
It is
important
for
trust building and the healing process to know the full story
.
This being said, we will honor the way you want your story to be told.
What do I need to do to attend the sessions?
scarr
2024-11-08T21:01:47+00:00
What do I need to do to attend the sessions?
Before you attend your first session, you will need to fill out a
pre-registration form
and complete a brief call with a staff member.
This helps ensure we have the information we need to create the most supportive peer environment.
Are there clinicians who work at Rooted?
scarr
2024-09-17T19:07:19+00:00
Are there clinicians who work at Rooted?
There are no clinicians who work at Rooted. It is run by
Americorps VISTA members and supported by
trained
volunteers. The model is inspired by the
Dougy
Center which
utilizes
a peer support model.
Are ROOTED services free?
scarr
2024-11-11T17:19:01+00:00
Are ROOTED services free?
YES! Our services are completely free.
Donate or Volunteer
Rooted: Grieving and Growing Together is provided free of charge to all participants.
We rely on donations from our community, and volunteers to support this program, and appreciate any support you can give.
Donate
Donations to the Rooted program are processed through the Foundation of District 304, a non-profit organization. You will be sent a receipt of the donation for your tax records.
DONATE
Volunteer
Volunteers are key to the Rooted program’s success! If you are passionate about supporting youth through the grief process, we hope you’ll join us. We have opportunities to volunteer behind the scenes or co-facilitating groups.
Regular youth bereavement volunteer trainings are held throughout the year and must be completed before you can volunteer with the program.
Note: All volunteers must pass a background check, and we suggest waiting at least a year after experiencing the death of someone you hold dear before beginning volunteering with Rooted.
I’d like to Learn More about volunteering
Page load link
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