Impact Stories
We Are All Connected
It is our nature to seek connection, finding the common threads that weave us together as a community. Our clients, donors, volunteers, community partners, and staff are the heart and soul of Judi’s House. These connections inspire us to continue finding new ways to support bereaved children and their families.
Female Leaders in Childhood Bereavement: Vicki Jay
March 17, 2023
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are highlighting inspiring and passionate women who actively make a difference in the field of childhood bereavement each day. Today, we are honored to highlight Vicki Jay, CEO at National Alliance for Children’s Grief, and her thoughts on her work and the importance of supporting grieving children. Vicki… Read More
We Are All Connected: Cody Henderson
January 25, 2023
Cody Henderson first became involved in Judi’s House in 2015 when he moved to Denver and was looking for volunteer opportunities. He had experienced the personal loss of his brother in 2001 and father in 2009 and wanted to be able to support children and families who were going through a similar experience. In addition… Read More
We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights
December 28, 2022
Meet our Community-Based Care Grief Counselors, Dayna and Katherine! “I love being able to bring the beauty of Judi’s House into the school system and support students in finding connection, healing, and hope. In these spaces, we are afforded the opportunity to have brave and vulnerable conversations that are often difficult to have. I am… Read More
We Are All Connected: MacKenzie Hardt & Hardt Family Cylcery
December 2, 2022
Mackenzie Hardt is the owner and operator of Hardt Family Cyclery located right next door to our new home in Aurora. Hardt Family Cyclery specializes in selling bikes designed to get more families out of the car and able to get around by bike. Mackenzie and Hardt Family Cyclery are new members of the Judi’s… Read More
We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights
December 2, 2022
Staff: Emily Napier and Lyla Yaner Meet two members of the Judi’s House/JAG Institute Team who have made an impact on our mission. Emily Napier began working at Judi’s House/JAG Institute in July 2022 as the Community-Based Care Manager. In her role, she works to establish and strengthen relationships with community partners and coordinates our… Read More
We Are All Connected: Julie Johnson Hince
September 28, 2022
Julie Johnson Hince instantly connected with our mission and vision because of her mother’s death when she was a teen. She has been involved as a volunteer and donor at Judi’s House since our foundational years. Julie and her husband, Jim Hince, recently donated to our capital campaign to help our organization grow in our… Read More
We Are All Connected: Rainey Gronwall
August 31, 2022
Rainey began volunteering at Judi’s House six years ago and has served in several roles during that time, providing meals to families through our nourishment program and as a companion volunteer. Her personal connection and passion for our work has allowed her to provide compassionate and meaningful support to the children and families we serve… Read More
We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights
August 31, 2022
Staff: Amanda Chapman and Deirdre Erkman Meet two members of the Judi’s House/JAG Institute team who have made an impact on our mission. Amanda Chapman has been the HR Generalist at Judi’s House/JAG Institute since September of 2021. In her role, she meets with and supports all Judi’s House/JAG Institute staff with the onboarding process,… Read More
We Are All Connected: Ted & Mimi Kaplysh
June 27, 2022
Ted and Mimi Kaplysh are members of our newly founded Visionary Society. Ted shares more about his loss experience, why he and Mimi give, and their family’s connection to the organization. Read More
We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights
April 26, 2022
Meet two members of the Judi’s House team: Jonathan and Katlyn! In a short time, these two individuals have made a big impact on our mission. Read More