08/30/2025
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day
Grief is a universal experience that can take many forms. While it often follows the loss of a loved one, grief can also arise from the end of relationships, major life changes, or other forms of loss, including those that aren't always acknowledged by others. Everyone’s journey with grief is different. For some, healing may come with time and support. For others, grief can be overwhelming and deeply impact daily life.
National Grief Awareness Day was founded by Angie Cartwright in 2014 to help end the silence and stigma around grief. It is a call to compassion, encouraging us to acknowledge grief in ourselves and others, and to hold space for the many ways it shows up.
At Native American LifeLines, we recognize that grief is not one-size-fits-all. We are here to support our community with resources, care, and culturally informed mental health services.
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