The Right Place When Nothing Feels Right
At Dougy Center, you will find support, resources, and connection before and after a death.
Grief Resources & Toolkits
Whether you’re grieving, or you’re helping someone who is grieving, Dougy Center is here for you. Find tip sheets, activities, podcasts, and more through our personalized toolkits.
Find Grief Support Near You
Locate peer grief support groups in Portland and around the world.
What We Do
At Dougy Center, we create safe spaces and free resources for children and families who are grieving. Our pioneering peer grief support model, professional training, and world-renowned programs and advocacy bring hope and healing around the world.
News & Events
May 10th, 2024
2024 Reflection Benefit & Auction
Event Co-Chairs Andrew & Tia Over and Tara & Edward Kinateder cordially invite you to Reflection, Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Portland Art Museum, 1219 SW Park Ave. This fabulous evening of celebration and connection begins with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and the live auction at 6:30 p.m. The event culminates as we draw the winning ticket for the 27th Annual Porsche Boxster Raffle! Funds raised through Reflection ensure that Dougy Center's grief support programs and resources are provided at no cost to families.
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May 6th, 2024
Thank you to KinderCare Learning Companies
This week we are shining a spotlight on our Reflection Presenting Sponsor KinderCare Learning Companies! For more than 13 years, KinderCare Learning Companies have proudly supported children and families who are grieving at Dougy Center. KinderCare’s generous financial support and their partnership on Dougy Center’s resources like the Youngest Grievers Toolkit has helped thousands of Dougy Center children and families find hope and healing. Our deepest appreciation to KinderCare Learning Companies for your continued support of Dougy Center! Your generosity makes a positive difference for our community, and we are so excited to celebrate with you on May 10.
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April 25th, 2024
Dougy Center peer grief support program comes to Dougy's hometown
Dougy Center's L.Y.G.H.T. program (Listening and Led by Youth in Foster Care: Grief, Hope, and Transitions) provides peer grief support for youth in foster care. Currently, L.Y.G.H.T. is offered in several locations throughout South Carolina, and we're thrilled to announce a new community site will begin offering the L.Y.G.H.T. program this month in Aiken, SC, the hometown of our namesake, Dougy Turno.
About Dougy Center
Dougy Center was founded in 1982 to support children and families who are grieving before and after a death. Today, The Dougy Center Model is world-renowned and has helped 60,000 people find hope and healing.