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There is no one way or right way to grieve.

Your grief journey is unique to your experience with the person you've lost.

Grief is not linear. Many say it circles back and phases repeat.

VOWW is here throughout your grief and healing journey.

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The Journey

Where are you in your grief journey? How can VOWW help support your healing?​

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  • The loss

  • Dirt road of shock

  • Road work of the funeral

  • Forest of new realities

  • Grief trigger pothole

  • Mountains of pain

  • Rainstorm of tears

  • Tow truck of getting unstuck

  • Roadside assistance of family & friends

  • Paved road of healing

  • Fog of doubt

  • Information center or resources

  • Squirrel of avoidance

  • Scenic route of memories

  • Rock of foundational beliefs

  • Well of new roles & responsibilities

  • Rest stop of reflection

  • Poll of sense of self

  • Grasslands of adjustment

  • Fallen wires of anniversaries

  • Gas station of self-care refuel

  • Town of community support

  • Sunshine of hope

  • Scenic view of remembering

  • Garden of continuing the bond

  • Full life after loss

Grief Support  |  Celebrate Your Warrior  |  Memorialize Your Warrior  |  Ongoing Tributes  |  Grief Resources

Peer-to-Peer Support (Virtual)
HONOR, HEALING & HOPE

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At VOWW, we understand that grief comes in waves. We know that whether it's been an hour, a week, a year or decades since you lost your Warrior, time ebbs and flows. The distance can feel like yesterday or forever. And sometimes you just want to talk about your person and your feelings with other people who understand. That's what our monthly meetups are about.

 

Whether you're celebrating a memory or having a sad moment, we're here to support you. We welcome friends, family members, caregivers, colleagues, and others connected to a Warrior they miss. This isn't therapy, it's a group of people who get it. Join us. 

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Our next meeting is Thursday, Sept. 3rd. Click here to register. Email with questions or call 833-688-I-VOW (4869).

Celebrate Your Warrior
SICKLE CELL MONTH PROFILE FRAMES

Each year, we commemorate Winged Warriors on social media during Sickle Cell Awareness Month (September) by creating free profile frames. If you'd like us to create one for your Winged Warrior, send us a photo, along with your Warrior's name and age to change@sicklecellvow.org. Depending on the number of requests we receive, we've been able to turn those around within a week. If that changes, we'll let you know. Once we've created your frame, we'll also add your Winged Warrior to our Love Lives Gallery. Read more below.

Memorialize Your Warrior
LOVE LIVES GALLERY

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It's estimated that approximately 1,000 people lose their lives to sickle cell every day. These individuals have names we still call, faces we know, connections we miss. Beyond the special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays, we at VOWW believe our loved ones deserve to be continuously remembered. That's the purpose of our Love Lives Gallery.

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Those who request Sickle Cell Awareness Month profile frames will have their Warriors added to the gallery automatically. But your Warrior can be added to the Love Lives Gallery at any time of the year. Simply email their photo, along with their name and age to change@sicklecellvow.org. Please allow us 7-10 days to complete your request.

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Ongoing Tributes

Join us throughout the year for our in-person and virtual activities. At our in-person events, we feature an opportunity to celebrate your Winged Warrior. We know that grief often seeps into the moments we wish they were there. So, we give you the chance hold their memory while you participate. We also have giveaways of VOWW merchandise at these events. More memorabilia to help honor and celebrate your Winged Warrior.​​

Grief Resources

NOTE: We don't endorse any particular group, therapist, or practice. This listing is meant to be a resource. Please conduct your due diligence and check to see if the group meets your personal needs. 

Facebook Grief Groups  |   Inspirational Facebook Grief Pages  |  Online Therapy Sites   |   Psychology Today Therapist Search

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Facebook Grief Groups

Inspirational Facebook Grief Pages

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Grief Groups
Inspirational Grief
Online Therapy

Online Therapy Resources

  • BetterHelp: Messages, chat, audio, video therapy sessions. Insured and non-insured payment options.

  • Grow: Telehealth and in-person therapy. Insured and non-insured payment options.

  • Headway: Telehealth with some in-person therapy options. Insurance only. No cash option.

  • Rula: Online therapy with case-by-case in-person therapy options. Insured and non-insured payment options.

  • Talkspace: Online therapy. Insured and non-insured payment options.

Psychology Today

Search for a local therapist who provides in-person or telehealth services. 

Psychology Today Search

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