Ryan's Place

Ryan's Place Ryan's Place is a center for grieving children, teens, and families.

06/01/2026

🎨✨ Creating Space at Ryan’s Place!

Children and teens are invited to explore grief through creative art activities while building connections, sharing stories, and learning healthy ways to express their emotions in a safe and supportive environment.

🖌 Ages 6–10
📅 Tuesdays | 9:00–11:00 AM
Weekly June & July
No programs week of June 22nd

🎨 Ages 11–14
📅 Thursdays | 3:00–5:00 PM
Weekly June & July
No programs week of June 22nd

Through art, conversation, and connection, participants will discover that they are not alone in their grief journey.

Contact Ryan’s Place for more information.
574 535 1000 llocke@ryansplace.org

💙 Healing happens when we create space for it.

💙 A special thank you to the incredible students and staff at York Elementary School! 💙Recently, Aileac and Launa, had t...
06/01/2026

💙 A special thank you to the incredible students and staff at York Elementary School! 💙

Recently, Aileac and Launa, had the opportunity to visit with the amazing 2nd grade students at York Elementary. The students generously created special comfort boxes, rice sensory toys, and heartfelt notes for the children and families we serve at Ryan’s Place.

Not only were the students eager to learn about how Ryan’s Place supports grieving children, but they were also engaged, thoughtful, and excited to make a difference in the lives of others. Their kindness and compassion were truly inspiring.

We are so grateful for this meaningful partnership and for the love these students poured into every gift they created. These special items will bring comfort, connection, and care to children navigating grief.

Thank you, York Elementary, for showing that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a big impact. 💚

☀️ Youth Summer Programs Start This Week at Ryan’s Place! ☀️Summer is here, and we are excited to welcome children, teen...
05/31/2026

☀️ Youth Summer Programs Start This Week at Ryan’s Place! ☀️

Summer is here, and we are excited to welcome children, teens, and families to a season of connection, creativity, healing, and hope at Ryan’s Place.

Beginning this week, our summer grief support programs provide a safe and supportive space where young people can explore their emotions, build friendships, and learn healthy coping skills through art, music, movement, storytelling, and camp experiences.

Whether your child is attending Creating Space, Emotions & Music Story Time, Mindful Movements, Camp Hope, Camp Horizon, or our Family Camp, we look forward to sharing a meaningful summer together.

📅 Programs begin THIS week
📍 All programs are free to attend, but registration is required for camps and select programs.

For more information or to register:
📞 574-535-1000
📧 llocke@ryansplace.org

💙 Together, we can help children and families navigate grief with support, understanding, and hope.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Aileac, our President/CEO, on being presented The Circle of Corydon Award by State ...
05/29/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Aileac, our President/CEO, on being presented The Circle of Corydon Award by State Representative Joanna King, one of Indiana’s highest distinguished honors recognizing individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the betterment of Indiana and its people. The award recognizes those whose life and service exemplify the qualities of Indiana’s greatest citizens and is uniquely issued jointly by both the Executive and Legislative branches of state government.

For those who know Aileac, this recognition comes as no surprise. Through unwavering compassion, leadership, and dedication to supporting children, families, and those navigating grief, Aileac has touched countless lives and strengthened our community in immeasurable ways.

This honor is a reflection of a lifetime of service, heart, and commitment to making a difference. Congratulations, Aileac, this recognition is so well deserved, and we are grateful for the lasting impact you continue to make. 💙

☀️ Ryan’s Place Adult Summer Programming is Here! ☀️Grief doesn’t take a summer break and neither does support. 💙 This s...
05/28/2026

☀️ Ryan’s Place Adult Summer Programming is Here! ☀️

Grief doesn’t take a summer break and neither does support. 💙 This summer, Ryan’s Place is offering a variety of programs for adults to connect, reflect, heal, and grow in community.

Whether you enjoy creative expression, guided journaling, meaningful conversation, or connecting over coffee, there is a place for you here.

✨ 2026 Adult Summer Programs Include:
🎨 Expressive Arts
📖 Journaling Group
📚 Young Adult Book Club (Ages 20–35)
☕ Coffee & Connection

All programs are designed to provide support, connection, and healthy ways to navigate grief in a welcoming environment.

📅 Programs begin in June
⚠️ No programming the week of June 22nd

For more information or to register, contact us at 574-535-1000 or locke@ryansplace.org

At Ryan’s Place, you don’t have to navigate grief alone. 💙

Camp Hope is a place where healing begins. 💙Hosted by Ryan’s Place, this special 3-day camp supports children ages 6–12 ...
05/27/2026

Camp Hope is a place where healing begins. 💙

Hosted by Ryan’s Place, this special 3-day camp supports children ages 6–12 who are coping with the death of a loved one—offering connection, understanding, and hope through meaningful activities.

🗓 June 23–25, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 2 PM
📍 Goshen, IN

✨ Free to attend, but registration is required by June 15.

Scan the QR code or visit www.ryansplace.org to register.

☀️💜 Ryan’s Place 2026 Summer Programming is Here! 💜☀️Summer brings opportunities for connection, healing, creativity, an...
05/26/2026

☀️💜 Ryan’s Place 2026 Summer Programming is Here! 💜☀️

Summer brings opportunities for connection, healing, creativity, and fun and we are excited to offer meaningful programming for children, teens, and families navigating grief.

From 🎨 Creating Space, 🎶 Emotions & Music Story Time, and 🧘 Mindful Movements, to our beloved Camp Hope, Camp Horizon, and Family Camp, there is something for every age and stage of grief.

At Ryan’s Place, we believe no child or family should grieve alone. Through connection, expressive arts, movement, stories, and shared experiences, we create safe spaces for healing and hope. 💜

📅 Programs begin the week of June 1st
✅ Free to attend (pre-registration required for camps)

📞 For more information: 574-535-1000
📧 llocke@ryansplace.org

Because healing happens in community. 💜

Last evening, we gathered to celebrate an extraordinary milestone…the retirement of our CEO, Aileac Deegan, after 21 yea...
05/22/2026

Last evening, we gathered to celebrate an extraordinary milestone…the retirement of our CEO, Aileac Deegan, after 21 years of unwavering dedication to the mission of Ryan’s Place. 💙

Surrounded by friends, family, staff, volunteers, and community partners, we honored Aileac’s incredible leadership, compassion, and commitment to serving grieving children, teens, adults, and families in our community. Her impact on Ryan’s Place is immeasurable, and her legacy will continue to shape our mission for years to come.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to those who shared special remarks during the evening, including Rex and Nancy Gleim, Carol Jarvis, State Representative Joanna King, Mayor Gina Leichty, Melissa Blosser Vice Chair, Board of Directors, and Rossa Deegan. Your words beautifully reflected the difference Aileac has made in so many lives.

As we celebrate Aileac and all she has given to Ryan’s Place, we are also excited to warmly welcome incoming CEO, Launa Leftwich. We look forward to this next chapter and the continued growth of our mission.

Please join us in thanking Aileac for 21 incredible years and wishing her joy in retirement! 💙

🌳💚 A Tree of Remembrance at Ryan’s Place 💚🌳As our evening groups come to an end, we gathered together for a meaningful m...
05/19/2026

🌳💚 A Tree of Remembrance at Ryan’s Place 💚🌳

As our evening groups come to an end, we gathered together for a meaningful moment of remembrance and hope. Families and children joined us to plant a tree in honor of the people they love and miss.

Before the tree was planted, heartfelt notes filled with memories, love, wishes, and messages were written and gently placed into the ground beneath it…creating a beautiful symbol that love continues to grow, even through grief.

This tree will stand as a reminder that those we hold in our hearts are never forgotten, and that healing can happen together, rooted in love, community, and remembrance. 💚

Thank you to all the families who shared this special moment with us. We are honored to walk alongside you.

Some hearts have been part of the story from the very beginning 💙This beautiful moment captures something so special at ...
05/16/2026

Some hearts have been part of the story from the very beginning 💙

This beautiful moment captures something so special at Ryan’s Place…connection, compassion, and the quiet ways healing happens.

The two incredible volunteers pictured, Daniel & Dora, have been part of the Ryan’s Place journey since the very beginning. For years, they have shown up with caring hearts, gentle presence, and unwavering dedication to the children and families we serve. Their kindness has touched countless lives in ways words cannot fully express.

Moments like these remind us that healing often happens through simple acts; sitting together, creating, listening, and showing up again and again.

To our volunteers who walk alongside us from day to day: thank you for helping make Ryan’s Place a place of comfort, hope, and belonging. We are deeply grateful. 💙

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1566 Regent Street
Goshen, IN
46526

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+15745351000

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