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Bereavement Support2026-01-30T21:35:52+00:00

Bereavement support

Bereavement support

When someone dies, grief can be overwhelming and isolating. But it doesn’t have to be. With support groups from Tu Nidito, children, teens, young adults and families find community, belonging, understanding and comfort while navigating a death—all on their own terms.

Available support

Children & teens

Grief support groups for children ages 4-18

  • Meets bi-monthly

  • Free of charge

Young adults

Grief support groups for ages 18-29

  • Meets bi-monthly

  • Free of charge

Primary caregivers

Support and resources for caregivers

  • Meets bi-monthly

  • Available in English and Spanish

  • Free of charge

HOW IT WORKS

Getting help is easy

Getting help is easy

  • 1

    Call us to get support, referrals and other resources, or to sign up for services.

  • 2

    Or fill out a form for yourself or a family member. If you’re a professional making a referral, click here.

  • 3

    Someone from our team will contact you to provide more information and assist with program enrollment.

  • 4

    You’ll have access to support groups, one-on-one support and other resources and services—all at no charge.

Experience Tu Nidito

You are the expert of your grief journey

At Tu Nidito, we aim to create a safe space where children, teens, young adults and families can dictate their own grief journey.

Living Room / Adult Group Room

Our aim is to make our space feel inviting, warm and safe, from the minute you walk in.

Littles Room

In our Littles group for 4-7 year olds we often use books and characters from a story to help children understand and process their feelings.

Middles Room

Children ages 8-12 spend group in our Middles Talking Circle Room. Curriculum for the evening focuses on teaching new skills for coping and gaining a better understanding of the thoughts and emotions they are experiencing as they go through this journey.

Teen Room

Teens at Tu Nidito form friendships with others who are going through something similar. They feel a sense of safety and acceptance during what can be an isolating experience for an adolescent.

Playground and Basketball Court

Sometimes the best conversations and support can be found when dribbling a ball with a friend or swinging alongside each other.

Imagination Room

Children grieve more through behavior than words. In the Imagination Room, children can continue to process what they are feeling through imaginative play, puppetry, or dress up while knowing it is okay to be a kid and have hope for their future.

Volcano Room

When emotions build up and need to erupt, kids can spend time in the Volcano Room. Through physical movement and activity, kids release complex feelings like anger, stress, frustration, and anxiety.

Art Room

Children can express their grief in many different ways. Sometimes a child may not have the words to say how she is feeling but those feelings can be expressed through crafting, drawing, or playing with the sand tray in the Art Room.

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“Such a special and needed service for children who are grieving and I feel grateful to be able to come to Tu Nidito.”

“Such a special and needed service for children who are grieving and I feel grateful to be able to come to Tu Nidito.”

– Tu Nidito Support Participant

Community Partnerships for Marginalized Youth

Partnerships to support community youth

Partnerships to support community youth

In addition to services at our location, Tu Nidito partners with other community agencies to meet those in need where they are. This includes support groups for community youth (typically ages 16-24) who are experiencing unresolved and unaddressed grief from a death, but who have difficulty accessing available resources and support.

Community partners

Tu Nidito Partners

Bereavement Group Support FAQs

How do I enroll for grief support services?2026-01-30T21:11:06+00:00

Visit our Get Started page to begin the enrollment process.

How long after a death does a family need to wait before calling?2026-01-30T21:30:33+00:00

A family can call and start the process as soon as they feel ready. Each family is unique and each family member grieves differently. We will provide information about our program and offer our insights, but each family is the “expert” of their own grief. We respect their decision to start when the time is right.

Is there a waiting list for services?2026-01-30T21:12:00+00:00

Tu Nidito works hard to avoid having a waiting list for services. In fact, we serve nearly 2,000 people per year.

 

When and where do support groups meet?2026-01-30T21:12:31+00:00

Support groups are held Monday through Thursday of each week. Families are required to complete an orientation and paperwork prior to attending their assigned group. Groups meet twice monthly at Tu Nidito’s office—3922 N. Mountain Ave Tucson, AZ 85719.

How much do Tu Nidito’s programs cost?2026-01-30T21:13:17+00:00

Tu Nidito is proud to offer all of its grief and serious medical condition support programs free of charge.

 

Do you offer bereavement support for adults?2026-01-30T21:13:45+00:00

For bereaved young adults ages 18 to 29, please call Tu Nidito or complete the online form and a staff member will assist you with enrollment. For grieving adults who are not caregivers to a child(ren), please call Tu Nidito or contact us here for resources specific to your situation.

How long do families participate in peer-to-peer grief support?2026-01-30T21:13:57+00:00

Tu Nidito outcome statistics and best practices indicate that families benefit the most when they stay in our support group services for 12 to 18 months, but each family is different and they are the experts of their grief journey. When families are ready to close their time with the group they are equipped with a toolbox to continue their grief journey at home.

What can I expect at a Tu Nidito bereavement support group night?2026-01-30T21:22:53+00:00

What to Expect at a Tu Nidito Support Group

Does peer-to-peer support group have rules?2026-01-30T21:27:31+00:00

Yes, group rules are a way for our participants to feel comfortable and safe. The rules are a bit different for each age group, but here are some of our important ones:

  • The “I Pass” Rule: You can always say “I Pass” if you are called on to share and you do not want to or are not ready.
  • Confidentiality: Anything you or anyone else says in group will remain private, unless there is concern of harm to yourself or others.
  • Sharing Stick Rule, or “Taking Turns” Rule: Everyone will have an opportunity to share, uninterrupted.
  • Comparing Losses Rule: Everyone’s loss and experience with grief is different, therefore participants will not compare their grief or loss with someone else’s.
  • Advice Rule: We ask that each participant refrain from giving advice to their fellow group members, unless that person explicitly asks for advice.
¿Este servicio de apoyo está disponible en español?2026-01-30T21:27:39+00:00

Todos los programas de Tu Nidito están disponibles en español.

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(520) 322 9155
3922 N. Mountain Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85719
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At Tu Nidito, we strive to build a safe community with a true sense of belonging where every individual is empowered to freely share their authentic selves. We know that bringing together different ideas, perspectives, and experiences creates stronger individuals including Tu Nidito.

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