Dear Friends and Supporters,

As we welcome the new year, we’re reminded of the strength and connection that unites our community. At Jessica’s House, we remain committed to creating a space of comfort, understanding, and healing for families in grief.

This month, I'm reminded again of all the good that surrounds us. From our partnership with Stan State to all those who joined the Kayla Bernardi BEE Positive Fun Run and Walk, our community shines in taking good care of each other.

This month, we’re sharing resources, updates, and opportunities to connect, all with the hope of bringing care to your hearts.

Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you.

Warmly,

Erin Nelson

Executive Director, Jessica's House

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have brought uncertainty and concern to many.

For children, these events can feel especially overwhelming. Open and honest conversations can help ease their worries and provide a sense of safety.



At the link below, we’re sharing tips on how to talk with your kids about wildfires, helping them process their feelings and feel supported during this challenging time.

Support at Jessica's House

For more information about our services, please contact us at our main line (209) 250-5395 or email us at info@jessicashouse.org

Check out the latest episodes of When Grief Comes Home!

• Episode 9 - The Complexities of Grief after a Suicide or Death by Violence
• Episode 10 - Common Differences and Reactions in Grief

New episodes air every other Tuesday! Please take a moment to write a review and rate our new podcast!

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7 Days to the Launch of When Grief Comes Home

Materials: Check-In template (download below), colored pencils and markers

Directions:

After someone dies, it’s common to experience many different feelings, sometimes even more than one at the same time, such as feeling sad that your person is gone but also happy when you’re doing something you enjoy. Take a moment throughout the day to notice how you’re feeling. What helps you feel better when you are feeling stressed or worried?

Think about the different feelings you’ve had since your person’s death. Examples could be worried, sad, happy, silly, curious, tired, etc. In each box, draw an image that represents each of those feelings.

Check in as a group again, and if you feel comfortable, share which of your images you are feeling at this moment. 

A Special Night for Our Volunteers and Families

What a fantastic evening for our Jessica's House families and volunteers! Everyone enjoyed watching the men’s and women’s Stan State basketball games, followed by a fun poster signing with the players. It was a memorable night of community, excitement, and support. Thank you to all who joined us!

BEE Positive 5K Fun Run & Walk

The BEE Positive 5K Fun Run and Walk was a heartwarming success, uniting our community in honor of Kayla Bernardi's legacy. This beloved event holds a special place at Jessica's House as the Kayla Bee Foundation continues to uplift and inspire through their generosity and positivity. We are deeply grateful for their ongoing support of our mission.

Welcome Our Newest Volunteers

We were so excited to welcome a new group of volunteers to Jessica's House in January. As always, the generous hearts of our volunteers deeply inspired us.

To become a Jessica's House Volunteer, complete the Volunteer Application below. We are currently accepting volunteers for our next training sessions.

Day 1 Training Dates (6-8:30 pm)

March 17th



Weekend Training Dates (9 am-4:30 pm)

April 12th & 13th

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