Healing Hearts
Empowering Families After Loss
A support program that provides support services, financial resources, and community for families who have lost wives and moms to breast cancer.
Losing a loved one to breast cancer can be an incredibly difficult and emotional journey. We understand the unique challenges faced by both men and children during this time, and our program is designed to offer a supportive and understanding environment. We aim to connect men and children who have experienced the loss of a wife or mother to breast cancer to resources and support services. Through our initiatives, we strive to connect individuals with others who are facing similar situations.
Our peer support groups allow men to connect with fellow bereaved husbands and fathers, while our Children's Bereavement Services focus on providing age-appropriate counseling, art therapy, play therapy, and other activities to help children express their emotions and develop resilience.Additionally, we recognize the important role that fathers play in raising their children after the loss of a partner. Our Fatherhood Support Network offers a platform for connecting with other bereaved fathers, sharing experiences, and receiving guidance on parenting, household management, and emotional well-being. Education is a key component of our program. We provide informative workshops and resources that address topics such as grief, coping strategies, navigating emotions, and self-care for both men and children. By equipping individuals with knowledge and tools, we aim to empower them to effectively navigate their grief journey.
Supporting Families, Navigating Grief Together
How Can We Help?
Financial Support For Minor Children
We offer support to help alleviate the financial strain that grieving families may experience. We raise funds that go directly to assist with childrens medical expenses, childcare expenses, and other financial obligations that may arise as they grow and mature.
Support for Childcare (+Homework Help)
Our support program includes special services for dads. We know that it takes a village to raise a child. We are happy to become a part of your village. Whether you need time to reset or someone to look after the little ones, our trained volunteers can attend to basic childcare needs for infants and children aged 1-15. Aside from childcare duties, our Hope Hero can also offer academic help so your child completes their assignments and doesn’t miss any submissions.
Grief Counseling
We match you with Individual and group counseling services tailored to meet your unique needs. Trained counselors provide support, validation, and guidance in navigating through the grieving process.
Peer Support Group
We connect you to support groups that create a safe and inclusive space where men and children can connect with others facing similar situations. Peer support groups provide emotional support, companionship, and an opportunity to share experiences and coping strategies.
Children's Grief Support (Coming Soon)
This program focuses on supporting children who have lost their mothers to breast cancer. It offers age-appropriate counseling, art therapy, play therapy, and other activities to help children express their emotions, cope with grief, and develop resilience..
Fatherhood Support Network (Coming Soon)
We connect you to support and resources specifically for fathers who have lost their wives to breast cancer. It offers a platform for connecting with other bereaved fathers, sharing experiences, and receiving guidance on parenting, household management, and emotional well-being.
Educational Workshops and Resources
We connect you to educational workshops and resources that address topics such as grief, coping strategies, navigating emotions, and self-care for both men and children. It aims to equip them with knowledge and tools to effectively navigate their grief journey.
Our Process
You can access our support program with three simple steps.
Step 1: Get in Touch
You can contact WBF about the Sisters Helping Sisters by completing the request form below. Or, schedule a consultation to discuss your unique needs in detail.
Step 2: Receive Personalized Support
WBF takes pride in providing a personalized experience for each client. We will arrange a one-on-one session to assist you in completing the qualification paperwork, ensuring that you receive the appropriate services.
Step 3: Get Connected
We will connect you with programs that are tailored to your individual needs.
Have Questions? Let’s Talk!
JoAnn's Fund
Financial Support For Minor Children
Honoring the Life and Legacy of JoAnn
JoAnn Maria Burke Hill lost her battle with breast cancer on July 31. 2023. JoAnn was the central figure in the lives of her children. Anyone that knew them knew that she was a star in their eyes, and that's all that ever mattered to her.
Loving and outgoing, Joann was genuinely an awesome woman with a larger-than-life personality and light that shined brightly wherever she would go. Her home and heart were often filled and open to those in need. JoAnn was a believer in the power of prayer, community, kindness and humanity. It is with this same heart of kindness that we rally as a community in support of the children that loved her so dearly.
JoAnn's Fund Helps Children in Need
Losing a parent is an unimaginable pain, but when it happens during childhood, the impact can be especially devastating. These brave children are left without the guiding light of their mother's love and support, and we believe it is our responsibility to step in and help fill the void. With your generous contributions, we aim to provide financial resources and services to ensure these children receive the care and support they need during this difficult time.
Every tax-deductible donation, whether big or small, will make an immense difference in the lives of these young ones who are struggling to cope with unimaginable loss. Your generosity will help them not only survive but thrive.
Let us stand together as a compassionate community and show children like, Drew, Amira and Gabe that they are not alone. Join us in spreading love, hope, and support by donating today. Please share this campaign with your friends, family, and social networks to help bring light into the lives of these precious children.
DIRECT BREAST CANCER SERVICES
WBF is dedicated to providing support to women throughout their breast cancer journey, from diagnosis to recovery. Our Hope Heroes are here to assist women in managing their daily lives, whether it's helping with household management or ensuring they have proper nutrition and self-care. We strive to bring help, hope, and healing to women and families in need.