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.
Honoring the Caregivers Who Care for Grieving Kids
May 4, 2023
This Mother’s Day, we acknowledge the sorrow of losing a mother figure and the significance of every person filling the role of “Mom.” In honor of the caregivers in our lives who love and support us, we spoke with volunteer Wendy Bermingham about her experience caring for grieving kids and how her definition of mother has evolved throughout her grieving process. Read More
Cherishing Caregivers this Mother’s Day
May 4, 2023
In honor of the caregivers in our lives who love and support us, we spoke with Board Member Ana Tenzer about how the death of her mother and her grief journey has led her to connection and healing. Read More
Childhood Bereavement Changemaker Case Study: Jessica’s House
April 25, 2023
Learn more about how the Childhood Bereavement Changemaker initiative is helping Jessica’s House use data to establish a Strategic Roadmap so they can achieve goals and improve programming…. Read More
Leaders in Childhood Bereavement: Adam Stevens
March 29, 2023
In honor of International Day of Transgender Visibility, we are highlighting Adam Stevens, registered drama therapist, who works to supporting queer youth in transforming their grief into unapologetic joy and empowerment. Read More
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