Friends of Aine is New Hampshireโs only nonprofit dedicated solely to supporting children, teens, young adults and families grieving the death of a loved one. Through peer support programs, educational resources, and community training, we help young people build resilience, emotional strength, and the coping skills they need to move forward.
We rely 100% on the generosity of individual, organizational donors, and amazing volunteers to provide support to children and their families completely free of charge.
Weโ provide bereavement support services and resources to children and families who have suffered the death of a loved one.
Everyone has their own way to grieve. We help them find their way.
That’s why we are so committed to empowering children, helping them understand and navigate their grief.
2026 Fall Series Young Adult Registration
September 15 thru November 3
Tuesdays
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Registration is now closed. Please email caryn@friendsofaine.com for waitlist information.
2026 Fall Series Family Registration
September 15 thru November 5
Tuesday or Thursday
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Registration is now closed. Please email caryn@friendsofaine.com for waitlist information.
2026 Open House
Wednesday, November 4
โ5:00pm to 7:30pm
Supporting Grief Training
Wednesday, November 18.2026
โ5:30pm to 7:00pm
Registration fee $35
Learn what grief looks like in kids, become familiar with the myths and the facts, discuss grief at different developmental ages, explore conversation starters, understand coping
strategies, and more.
In-person at Friends of Aine, 226 Coolidge Ave., Manchester
It was all smiles in Bedford on Sunday morning, where hundreds gathered to cheer on the Friends of Aine Kidsโ Try-Athlon participants and enjoy a post-race family festival. The Try-Athlon is a swimming, biking and running race for children ages 4-15. Participants lined up and jumped into the community pool in small groups starting at…
Every August, the grounds of the Bedford Town Pool and High School fill with the energy of hundreds of young athletes. The Friends of Aine Kidsโ Try-athlon brings together children aged 4 to 15, along with families, volunteers, and local supporters, for a swim, bike, and run event where every participant crosses the finish line…
โโIโve found that people tend to receive the most support for their grief within the days to weeks after someone dies. This is when people are most likely to offer condolences, physically show up, and offer meals.
To me, the holidays are all about spending time with my loved ones and giving back to my community and those who mean the most to me. That becomes a little harder when one of the most important people in your life dies.
Iโve lost count of the number of times someone has told me Iโm โmature for my age.โ At the time, I thought I was supposed to take that as a compliment and embrace it. Looking back, I realize that I had no idea just how young I really was.
Weโre honored to announce that Governor Chris Sununu has officially proclaimed November as Children and Teensโ Grief Awareness Month in New Hampshire.
Join us, ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ญ๐ก, for the Friends of Aine Open House! Come explore our space, meet our team, and learn how we're making a difference for grieving children and families across New Hampshire.
Whether you've supported us for years or are just learning about our mission, we'd love to see you!๐ Together, we're ensuring no child has to grieve alone.
๐ Registration appreciated at bit.ly/4rmTMLS ... See MoreSee Less
Friends of Aine is heading to ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ! Join our very own Linda Dinndorf at The Children's Museum of New Hampshire on ๐๐ก๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐๐ฒ, ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐, ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐โ๐:๐๐ ๐๐ for a FREE workshop on Navigating Children's Grief.
Learn practical ways to support grieving children, start meaningful conversations, and better understand how grief looks at different ages.
๐ Pizza dinner and limited FREE childcare included!
Registration is required. Check out the event below for details, and please help us spread the word throughout the Seacoast community! ๐ ... See MoreSee Less
๐๐งก All smiles and ready for group night!
Last night Sarah, Christine, and Caryn were ready to welcome children, teens, young adults, and families to Friends of Aine!
Behind these pumpkin smiles is a whole lot of love and support. ๐ Every group night is an opportunity to connect, share, remember, and find comfort in knowing you're not alone. ... See MoreSee Less