Our Story

We believe with all our hearts that no child should ever have to grieve alone. That’s why we’ve created a safe place where grieving children find the support, comfort and understanding to help them along their grief journey.

Healing House is a non-profit agency helping children ages 4 – 17 who are anticipating or have experienced the death of a family member or other important person in their lives. We provide a welcoming and comfortable group atmosphere where children can express their thoughts and feelings – and they can do so in the company of other children who are going through the same difficult experiences. We believe that sharing their stories, feelings and memories can be a powerful way to help grieving children heal.

We offer support groups and programs facilitated by mental health professionals and caring volunteers who are passionate about helping. Our support groups allow children and teens to express their grief through interactive play, artwork and discussion groups with their peers. All of this takes place either in the warm, safe and friendly atmosphere of our home, Randon’s Place at Healing House or during the school day in participating Lafayette, Iberia, and St. Martin Parish schools.

Healing House is focused primarily on children, but we also have programs for young adults, caregivers and parents of grieving children. They will find a relaxing and friendly environment where they can share their feelings with others, spend quiet time in our Meditation Garden or read in our Resource Library.

All services at Healing House are provided free of charge under the direction of a mental health professional and facilitated by trained volunteers.