George Mark’s Family Bereavement Retreat Twenty three family members — ten children and thirteen adults — joined a handful of George Mark staff members for a family bereavement retreat at George Mark Children’s House on May 10. The retreat, titled Threads of Connection: Sharing Stories of the Heart, Courage, and Compassion, explored the continuing bonds…
Hear The Doctor’s Art podcast featuring George Mark CEO, as she shares how her personal loss shapes her work in pediatric palliative care.
A George Mark father reflects on six months of grief, gratitude, and the unwavering support from George Mark and his community. As he honors his daughter’s memory, he wrestles with loss, the complexities of grief, and the unexpected ways people show up.
July is Bereaved Parents Awareness Month July is National Bereaved Parents Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and supporting parents who have lost a child. It’s an opportunity to raise visibility, acknowledge their pain, provide support, and strengthen the community for those who have experienced such a deep loss. At George Mark Children’s House,…
Grief, Love, and Purpose: A Conversation with Shekinah Eliassen on DEAD Talks What happens after unimaginable loss? For Shekinah Eliassen, the death of her infant son Lars in 2012 to a severe brain condition changed her life — and ultimately shaped her purpose. As CEO of George Mark Children’s House, Shekinah brings both personal…
What Is Pediatric Hospice Care? Although pediatric hospice and pediatric palliative care have similarities, they each provide specialized services that can benefit a range of people. Hospice care is typically for children who have been diagnosed with terminal illnesses that have a short expectancy of life. Hospice care is focused on the special needs of…
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