Aine Center for Grieving Children & Families - Manchester NH
About This Group
The Aine Center for Grieving Children and Families provides specialized grief support services for children, teens, and their families in the Manchester, New Hampshire area. The center offers peer support groups, individual counseling, and family services designed to help young people process loss and develop healthy coping skills. Using creative, age-appropriate approaches, the Aine Center creates a safe environment where children and families can express their grief and find healing together.
What to Expect
The Aine Center uses a peer support model where children and teens are grouped by age and participate in structured activities designed to help them express and process their grief. Activities may include art, play, storytelling, and group discussion — all facilitated by trained grief counselors and volunteers. Concurrent parent/caregiver groups run at the same time, providing adults with their own support and education about how children grieve. The atmosphere is warm, nurturing, and centered on hope and healing.
About the Aine Center
The Aine Center (pronounced “Awn-ya”) is dedicated to supporting grieving children and families in the greater Manchester area. The center recognizes that children grieve differently than adults and need specialized support to process their feelings of loss. The program helps families navigate grief together and builds resilience in young people facing one of life’s most difficult experiences.
Meeting Details
Schedule: Groups meet on a regular schedule — contact the center for current session dates and times
Format: In-person peer support groups in Manchester
Location: Manchester, NH
Who This Group Is For
The Aine Center serves children, teens, and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one. The program is designed for young people ages 3 through 18 and their parent or caregiver. Families dealing with any type of loss — whether from illness, accident, suicide, or other causes — are welcome.
Contact Information
Phone: (603) 669-1120
Location: Manchester, NH
Additional Information
Cost: Services are provided free of charge to all participating families.
Registration: Contact the Aine Center at (603) 669-1120 to learn about upcoming groups and the intake process.
Confidentiality: All family and participant information is kept strictly confidential. The center maintains a safe, private environment for all participants.
Disclaimer: This listing is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Please contact the organization directly for the most current information about programs and availability.