Staten Island Grief Center is based on the belief that our family’ s needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. We are made up of Mental Health Counselors, Social Workers, Nurses, PA’s and trained volunteers working in area schools, hospitals and local businesses. Our program is growing leaps and bounds throughout the Staten Island community.
Referrals and donations are always appreciated and welcomed. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best in quality professional care and education.
Emma’s Place is a Grief and Loss Center for Staten Island Children and Families. We are a 501c3 not-for-profit, non-denominational organization founded in July, 2013. We offer families year-round bereavement programs utilizing professional counselors, hospice staff, area professionals, trained facilitators and volunteers. We are located in Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Cottage Row, Cottage D.
Emma’s Place provides grief support services, education, resources and social activities to the Staten Island community, and facilitates healing through: • Grief and loss education • Individual and group counseling • Family, talk, and play therapies • Creative expression; and special events Emma’s Place provides the tools for bereaved individuals to move through the darkness of their pain and loss to the light of healing, hope and a meaningful life.
Emma’s Place offers: • Children, Teen and Family Support Groups • Counseling and Educational Support for Schools and Businesses • Social Support Events • Seminars/Workshops • Initial Individual Counseling for Children and Teens Our counseling and support groups are confidential and offered in a private, safe setting. There is no fee for Emma’s Place children, teens and family support groups.
