Join us on September 25th for a night of food, fun, and purpose in celebration of our 25th anniversary! We'll be gathering at the Tyee Yacht Club on the shores of Lake Union. There will be plenty of delicious food (including vegan and gluten free options) and fun (including a raffle and live auction).

Why is the event called Silver Linings? While it's partly inspired by our silver anniversary, the meaning is deeper.

For grievers being "silver-lining-ed" is an everyday occurrence. Well-meaning family and friends are uncomfortable seeing our suffering and are desperate to say something to make things better.

"At least your husband didn't suffer."
"At least your kids are already grown."
"At least you still have your dad."

But there is no making it better, no words that can fill the space of what has been lost. Hearing these "at leasts", only make grievers feel more alone and more invisible. As beloved author Brené Brown says, when someone is suffering, "rarely can a response make things better; what makes something better is connection".

The Healing Center is where that connection happens. Together we make space for grief to be honored and shared. It’s a place where grievers can show up exactly as they are—heartbroken, furious, exhausted, terrified—and be met with empathy and acceptance.

"I understand."
"You're not alone."
"Me too."