The Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas

Go Spurs Go! The CBCST team is cheering on the Spurs as the begins!

In recognition of Memorial Day, CBCST offices will be closed Monday, May 25th and reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.

This is an important day to our community, and we know that many are feeling the weight of their grief today. CBCST honors and celebrate the loved ones we're missing this Memorial Day🦋

Today marks four years since the Uvalde community was forever changed by tragedy. The Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas honors all the lives lost and their families, who we remain dedicated to supporting through the heavy days yet to come. Our Uvalde office is decorated with a memorial for our loved ones that we miss especially dearly today🦋

Registration for Camp Journey is open now! Our Uvalde team is hosting this summer grief camp for youth aged 12-16 who have experienced the death of a loved one. Our campers will do expressive arts activities, music therapy, outdoor excursions, and wrap the week up with a basketball camp hosted by our friends with the Spurs! Call our Uvalde office or send an email to [email protected] by June 2nd to register!

When a su***de affects a community, young people can be left with a lot of questions and big emotions. To offer support to our community, the Children’s Bereavement Center of South Texas is hosting a Community Meeting to Support Youth Mental Health in Uvalde.

Parents, caregivers, and anyone supporting children or teens can join us Tuesday, May 12th at the Ssgt. Willie de Leon Civic Center at 6:30 PM. This meeting is meant to help caregivers feel more confident supporting youth through grief and mental health conversations.

For so many, Mother's Day is difficult and heavy. Whether you're grieving a mother, a child, a partner, or anyone else connected to this day – we see and support you. You do not have to carry this grief alone 🦋 Spend time with loved ones today, sharing memories and carrying on traditions that honor our mothers. Make time for self-care and know you are loved💙

There's still time to apply for our summer camps! We're so excited to bring our children and families to Hermann Sons Life Camp for three days of hope and healing. Spots are open for Summer Camp Heroes in June, as well as our August Camp for families.

Summer Camp Heroes is a three-day, overnight bereavement camp for youth ages 11-17 who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. Our August Camp is also a three-day, overnight bereavement camp designed for family units who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. There are still spots available for both! You can visit CBCST.org/grief-camps for more information and to apply!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and CBCST is proud to provide mental health programming and counseling to children across our community. Grief can have serious impacts on the mental health of developing youth. By walking alongside children and their caregivers on their grief journeys, we provide hope and healing for difficult days ahead🦋

This month, to celebrate the magical work our volunteers do every day, we held our annual Oz Awards🪄 From Potluck Partners to Support Groups, from Camp to administrative support – our work would not be possible without our volunteers! We're grateful that you choose to spend your time with us, helping to ensure no child walks the painful journey of grief alone🦋

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a lovely evening at the Center! Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week to everyone who give to us with their time and skills. You're making lasting impacts in the lives of children across South Texas💙

‼️Update‼️All of our open slots have been filled! Thank you all for your interest and support. We will have more opportunities in the summer and fall, so stay tuned for more information🦋

We're still in need of a few Potluck Partners this spring! All four open days are in need of both food and volunteers to serve dinner to our families joining us for Support Groups. Catered and homemade meals are both accepted – and we have an on-site kitchen available! Potluck Partners foster a safe and welcoming environment for families as they navigate their grief. You can make a lasting impact with one meal💙

Visit https://cbcst.my.salesforce-sites.com/volunteers/GW_Volunteers__JobCalendar to sign up for one of our open slots! Currently, we are still seeking volunteers for the following days:

Tuesday, April 28th
Monday, May 4th
Monday, May 11th
Tuesday, May 12th