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MacKillop Seasons help build the wellbeing and resilience of communities following adversity.

MacKillop Seasons' programs aim to strengthen the social and emotional well being of people who are experiencing major life changes and losses such as death, separation and divorce by supporting them to explore the impact of change and loss on everyday life and to learn new ways to respond. Written by Professor Anne Graham and built upon J William Worden’s theory of grief, our flagship program Seasons for Growth is an innovative grief and loss education program that uses the imagery of the seasons to illustrate the experience of grief. Our education programs are evidence based, and many external evaluations over the years have continued to affirm Seasons for Growth and its contribution to the lives of people touched by loss and grief. Throughout its 20 year lifespan the Seasons for Growth Children and Young People’s Program has gone through three iterations to incorporate new evidence and ensure that it continues to provide a relevant and highly valued experience for participants. Over its lifetime, over 200,000 children and young people have participated in the Seasons for Growth Program, along with thousands of adults.

22/09/2025

“Children come to school with more than the bags on their back.”
— Lynam, 2015

Behind every student is a story.
Bereavement and other life challenges can significantly impact a student’s development and readiness to learn. Schools are uniquely placed to support not just academic growth, but emotional resilience too.

Seasons for Growth offers a safe, structured space within schools to help children and young people navigate grief, loss, and change—building emotional literacy and confidence along the way.
If you’re an educator or school leader, consider how Seasons for Growth could support your students’ wellbeing journey. https://ow.ly/3ZfP50WZWlx

18/09/2025

It is Foster Care Week, and the need for foster carers to help foster a brighter future in our communities has never been greater.

Did you know two in five Australians are considering becoming foster carers?

If you have ever considered fostering, now is the time. There are children and young people who need a safe and nurturing home. Join one of MacKillops upcoming foster care information sessions to hear from foster carers and learn about the supports available. www.mackillop.org.au/info-sessions

16/09/2025

Become a trained facilitator in Seasons for Growth and empower children and young people to navigate grief, loss, and change with confidence and support.
Register Today: https://ow.ly/FWfG50WSSzX

11/09/2025

National partnership strengthening postvention support for Australian communities impacted by su***de
MacKillop Seasons is part of a new national partnership, the National Postvention Leadership Group (NPLG), collaborating with leading organisations headspace National (Schools & Communities), StandBy Support After Su***de, and Thirrili, to increase protective factors and reduce risk for those bereaved by su***de.

The aim of the group is to strengthen communities with support that is compassionate, coordinated, and culturally appropriate. Through shared experience, the NPLG organisations have a united belief that postvention is prevention.
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To find out more, read the full media release. https://www.mackillopseasons.org.au/knowledgebase/article/KA-01185/en-us

10/09/2025

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, and the theme this year is Changing the Narrative. We can contribute to changing the narrative about the topic of su***de, and about grief, loss and change - by having safe and supportive conversations with our loved ones, and people we know and care about. Sometimes we may not know where to start, or how to support people who are bereaved by su***de, or other losses.

At Mackillop Seasons, we have resources and programs to support schools, community groups, and the wider community to have supportive conversations. Our evidence-based Seasons for Growth programs enable trained companions to work with children, young people, and adults to tell their stories of loss and change.

Supportive conversations about grief and loss help us to understand that we are not alone. This World Su***de Prevention Day, we stand with those bereaved by su***de loss, and all those impacted by su***de.

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07/09/2025

🌿 Father's Day: A Day of Love, Memory, and Reflection 🌿
Today, we honour fathers in all their forms — those who are with us, those we've lost, and those we hold in our hearts.

For many, Father’s Day is a time of celebration, laughter, and gratitude. For others, it’s a day touched by grief — missing a dad, a child, or a father figure who is no longer here.

To those navigating loss today: your feelings are valid, your memories are sacred, and your love endures. Whether your grief is fresh or quietly woven into your everyday life, you are not alone.

💙 Thinking of you all today — with love, compassion, and gentle strength.

05/09/2025

Join our team!

We are looking for a dedicated educator to join our team as a Seasons Resilience Officer - Victoria. The role involves supporting children, young people, adults, and communities in developing resilience skills and coping mechanisms during times of grief and loss with a focus on disaster preparedness and recovery.

If you have experience in delivering services to support children and young people through health and/or education and have a desire to build the capacity of communities in disaster preparedness and recovery - then this is the role for you!

Click here to find out more:
https://rb.gy/wf8txn

04/09/2025

Last week in Brisbane, our Seasons Team members Heidi and Louise represented us at the Australian Primary Principals Association Conference where they received some wonderful feedback on the Seasons for Growth program.

"It’s been amazing for our students who have been struggling with a range of different things" Primary Principal NSW

"Strategies and ideas have made a huge difference" (to our children) Primary Principal NSW

"Children who had the opportunity to participate in SFG really benefitted from it" Primary Principal NZ

03/09/2025

Become a trained facilitator in Seasons for Growth and empower children and young people to navigate grief, loss, and change with confidence and support.
Register Today: https://ow.ly/eUXK50WPgGt

02/09/2025

For over 15 years, Lee Bromley and Trish Quig have been running the Seasons for Growth program at Reiby Youth Justice Centre — a space that supports up to 55 young people aged 10–18.

With the guidance of the Chaplaincy team, case workers, and local Elders, this program helps young people navigate grief and loss in a safe, culturally respectful environment. The centre has a high representation of Indigenous youth, and the program plays a vital role in fostering healing, resilience, and hope.

Trish and Lee joined us at the recent Lead the Way conference in Melbourne to share their journey.

31/08/2025

🕊️ National Grief Awareness Day 🕊️
Today, we pause to acknowledge the silent journeys that so many of us walk-through.
Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a relationship, a job, a pet or a dream—grief is deeply personal, and it doesn’t follow a timeline.

Understanding grief helps us support others better.
Be present.
Invite them for a walk, drop by for a cup of tea, or offer practical help like preparing a meal.
Even small gestures show you care.
Awareness is kindness. Be grief aware.

Available in a variety of languages, MacKillop Seasons offers free resources to support children, young people and adults through grief. https://www.mackillopseasons.org.au/resource-list/?mf=3%3D0

Address

11-14 Rodborough Road, Frenchs Forest
Sydney, NSW
2086

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.mackillopseasons.org.au/

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Our Story

Good Grief's programs aim to strengthen the social and emotional well being of people who are experiencing major life changes and losses such as death, separation and divorce by supporting them to explore the impact of change and loss on everyday life and to learn new ways to respond. Written by Professor Anne Graham and built upon J William Worden’s theory of grief, our flagship program, Seasons for Growth, is an innovative grief, change and loss education program that uses the imagery of the seasons to illustrate the experience of grief. Our education programs are evidence based, and many external evaluations over the years have continued to affirm Seasons for Growth and its contribution to the lives of people touched by loss and grief. Throughout its 21 year lifespan Seasons for Growth Children and Young People’s Program has gone through three iterations to incorporate new evidence and ensure that it continues to provide a relevant and highly valued experience for participants. Over its lifetime, over 200,000 children and young people have participated in Seasons for Growth, along with thousands of adults.

The unique thing about our programs is that they enable you to become a Companion and make a difference within your own community. That way, children do not need to be removed from their familiar environment or work with unfamiliar faces in order to learn skills to help them become more emotionally adaptable, resilient and learn how to respond positively to change, in other words, life-skills. You are also empowered to respond to a need when it arises and within your own time-frame.