Are ROOTED services free?
YES! Our services are completely free, and dinner is provided at every session.
Are there clinicians who work at Rooted?
There are no clinicians who work at Rooted. It is run by Americorps VISTA members and supported by trained volunteers. The model is inspired by the Dougy Center which utilizes a peer support model.
What happens if I miss a session?
We urge everyone to plan to attend every session in the 6-week time period. We understand that things come up that might make it not possible to attend. For the safety and connection of the group, we ask that in those circumstances you let us know that you will not be attending.
What do I need to do to attend the sessions?
To attend the sessions, you will need to register on the ROOTED website and complete a brief call with a staff member.
What happens if my child doesn’t know how their person died?
You get to decide how and when to share how your person died to your children. Based on the Dougy Center model, we really value honesty and sharing the whole story in an age-appropriate manner to all kids. It is important for trust building and the healing process to know the full story. This being
How soon after someone dies can I come to Rooted?
We recommend joining when it feels like you can verbally process the death and share your story with your community. This can look very different for everybody and can be at various times for everybody. No one can decide the timeline for you or your family. If you are curious about whether it would be