OUR MISSION

To be a resource hub for families to obtain helpful information for grieving youth.

OUR VISION

To provide families with the resources needed to help youth transition through the stages of grief.

About Us

About Julia’s Kids

Julia’s Kids Incorporated is a 501(c) (3) organization that provides resources for youth who have experienced the death of a loved one in Miami -Dade and Broward county.
 

Feel. Talk. Cope. Grow.

Our organization developed this formula for mental wellness after one of our group therapy sessions. After a loss, one has to identify how and what they are FEELing. Once this is established, those feelings should be validated. TALKing to a professional to help through the grieving process has been instrumental in effective grieving. While speaking with a professional, you learn how to COPE using skills to guide you through those feelings/events/trauma. Personal GROWth and healing is the ultimate goal.

 

We Advocate For Mental Wellness

How to Talk to Your Child About Grief
 

 

Julia’s Kids Resource Center

Julia’s Kids Resource Center is where families can get guidance after a loss. Our resources include therapeutic, educational, and legal services to assist with the transition.

Grief Book Suggestion Box

Help Us Build Our Grief Book Resources!

Our Founder & CEO

My impetus for founding Julia’s Kids Incorporated in 2015 was the sudden death of my friend Julia Bennett. I lost a dear friend, but my heart broke for her three children who were left behind. While mentoring to them, I witnessed hopelessness and depression. We sought professional help from a therapist. This experience exposed me to the transformational power of grief counseling and sadly, how many children in our community desperately need access to it.

– Yolande McCray, DNP

Merchandise

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Our feel. talk. cope. grow shirts are available now for order! Place your order today via email at [email protected].

What's Going On

Events & News 2023

January

An Umbrella of Hope Conference: Opportunities to Prosper, Grow, and Heal

January 23rd-24th, 2023, Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus

February

Caregiver Workshops

March

April

May

Create a Memory Box

June

Sharing Our Strengths Group Discussion

July

Sharing Our Strengths Group Discussion

August

Sharing Our Strengths Group Discussion

September

Youth Grief Group Chat

Please join us for our in-person youth grief group chats starting Sept.19!
Email us at [email protected] to register.

October

#1 Youth Grief Group Chat

Please join us for our October in-person youth grief group chat on 10/17 from 7pm – 8pm at 17235 NW 27th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Email us at [email protected] to register.

#2 Fundraising On The River

Thursday, 10/28/2023 7pm – 10pm

November

#1 Ugly Sweater Design Party Info TBA

#2 Youth Grief Group Chat

Please join us for our September in-person youth grief group chat on 11/14 from 7pm – 8pm at 17235 NW 27th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Email us at [email protected] to register.

December

#1Youth Grief Group Chat

Please join us for our December in-person youth grief group chat on 12/12 from 7pm – 8pm at 17235 NW 27th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Email us at [email protected] to register.

Testimonials

What People Are Saying

“In times like these when life is unpredictable, it’s necessary to have these things in order.”

T. Williams

“This is certainly a service i would need. I think our family should be aware of how we would like our children to be raised.”

L. Headley

“Youth Summit was amazing, I was perfect I learned a lot.”

Kaylei Green, 12 Year Old Participant

“Hi, Yolanda. Just wanted to take the time to say thanks again. Lisa enjoyed herself on Friday with her group. And she is doing well with her one on one sessions. The office is literally 5 minutes away from our home. Everything is falling into place for her. We definitely see a difference in the pay two weeks. Thank God. I know this process is like baby steps. But I just wanted to thank you for your help. Seeing her somewhat better helps my family also cope with our sadness. Thanks again and God bless!!”

Lisa, 10 Year Old Participant