My Nonprofit Reviews
jenhar
Review for WeSPARK Cancer Support Center, Sherman Oaks, CA, USA
Overwhelmed and in crisis because I lost my most wonderful husband of 34 years, I found weSPARK's Grief for Spouses group. It has been a lifesaver for me; a tranquil, calm room where, led by a wonderful facilitator, I found others were going thru the same emotional desolation as me. Each of us grieves differently; but there are threads of similarities and moments of recognition that we share in openness. weSpark is a haven where simply showing up is a step in the right direction; the group is small, everyone has time to check in and everyone listens. There's nothing right or wrong - just a noticing of ourselves as we encounter the thrusts of grief and attempt to live a new normal. weSpark is an amazing environment with small intimate livingroom like rooms and larger airy spaces. I love the dining table in the front room. I feel the "hug" of the organization in the way in which the rooms embrace you. Quiet, calming, inviting, the staff greet you with understanding and gentleness. weSpark is the most loving of organizations, so generous, so open, and I am so very thankful to them for being there for me at the most difficult time of my life.
Jennifer
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
finding that I looked forward to coming to the group sessions, being there for myself and for the others in the group - all who lost their spouse to cancer. I've felt so supported having this special group to come to, to "report to", to ask questions of, share experiences. I see myself healing where I never thought I would; making slow shifts to change and adapt. It would have been very scary & lonely without weSpark there to help.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I wouldn't. They're an A+ already.
