Donor Families and Recipients
Grief Support
NJ Sharing Network honors every family who makes the courageous decision to donate at the time of their loved one's passing.
We are always here for you and offer Grief Workshops and our Grief Works Library below for comfort, inspiration and healing.
Upcoming Grief Workshops for Donor Families
All donor families are invited to attend a new series of workshops on grief facilitated by members of our Family Services Team.
Registration is required to attend.
*These events are virtual (Zoom). Instructions to join virtually will be provided in your confirmation email. Joining is easy and you do not need to download any programs.
2026 Dates
Grieving the Life You Planned
Wednesday, January 21 at 6:30pm
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Sunday, January 25 at 10am
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Grief and Love
Wednesday, February 18 at 6:30pm
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Sunday, February 22 at 10am
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Handling Grief on Special Occasions
Wednesday, March 18 at 6:30pm
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Sunday, March 22 at 10am
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Untangling Trauma and Grief
Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30pm
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Sunday, April 19 at 10am
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Bearing the Unbearable: Self-Care in Grief
Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30pm
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Sunday, May 17 at 10am
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NJSN Kidz Connect
NJSN Kidz Connect is a free program for children and teens ages 5–18 touched by organ and tissue donation, offering support and activities to help them navigate loss and grief.
Friday, February 20, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Friday, May 8, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Friday, August 21, 6:30pm-8:00pm
Friday, November 20, 6:30pm-8:00pm
*Everyone is invited for pizza from 6:30–7:00pm, followed by the Kidz Connect program from 7:00–8:00pm.
An accompanying adult must be present for drop-off and pick-up of Kidz Connect participants and may stay for the program if they choose.
Griefwords Library
By Dr. Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D.
Resources for:● Helping Yourself and Others With Grief
● Grieving Children and Teenagers
● Funerals, Memorials, Cremation, and Related Topics
● For Funeral Directors
● For Hospice and Other Caregivers