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At SAFE, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed grief support that meets people wherever they are in their healing process. Our approach combines education about grief with personalized counseling and a focus on practical coping tools — all in a space designed to feel safe and nonjudgmental. Grief Services Compassionate, trauma-informed grief support for individuals, families, and communities. Request an Appointment A Safe, Non-judgmental Space to Grieve At SAFE, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed grief support that meets people wherever they are in their healing process. Our approach combines education about grief with personalized counseling and a focus on practical coping tools—all in a space designed to feel safe and nonjudgmental. We support individuals, families, and communities affected by loss, including those navigating sudden, traumatic, or complex grief. What sets SAFE apart is our emphasis on empowerment, cultural sensitivity, and helping people build resilience and find meaning at their own pace. What we offer One-on-One Support: Personalized grief support tailored to your needs and goals. Sessions are short-term (typically 90 days or less) and available either in-person or virtually. Request an appointment for one-on-one support. Professional Consults & Education: We partner with municipalities, schools, workplaces, faith communities, and other organizations to provide professional grief consultation and education. We offer support on acute or complex individual cases, as well as educational presentations on what grief is, how to support those who are grieving, and how to talk about loss with care. Available across the MetroWest region. Email info@safecoalitionma.org to schedule (minimum 2 weeks notice) Healing Hearts Youth Groups: A free grief support group series for children and teens. Groups use art and play to help young people process loss at their own pace—no pressure to participate. Open enrollment; kids and teens can join anytime. Separate groups are available for Bereavement (loss through death) and Grief & Loss (any significant loss). Biweekly on Wednesdays from June 17 through August 26 3:00 p.m. Bereavement (Teens 14–18) 3:45 p.m. Grief & Loss (Teens 14–18) 4:30 p.m. Bereavement (Ages 6–13) 5:15 p.m. Grief & Loss (Ages 6–13) Register for Healing Hearts In collaboration with Hockomock Area YMCA . Holliston Hours: Free drop-in grief support for adults and children—no appointment or referral needed. SAFE's grief specialist is available on select summer dates at Holliston Youth & Family Services (1750 Washington St), with virtual sessions also available. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Summer 2026: June 10 July 8 August 5 August 19 In collaboration with Holliston Youth & Family Services . Who can access this People of all ages and backgrounds, including children, teens, and adults. No referral needed. Types of grief we support Bereavement (loss of a loved one) Anticipatory grief (preparing for a loss) General grief and ambiguous loss (life transitions, relationships, and other significant changes) Multiple Dates Healing Hearts - Teen Bereavement Group Wed, Aug 26 SAFE Coalition, 31 Hayward St Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Share RSVP Multiple Dates Healing Hearts - Teen Grief & Loss Group Wed, Aug 26 SAFE Coalition, 31 Hayward St Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Share RSVP Multiple Dates Healing Hearts - Children's Bereavement Group (Ages 6–13) Wed, Aug 26 SAFE Coalition, 31 Hayward St Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Share RSVP Load More Grief Services made possible with support from: Request an Appointment Who is this request for?* Myself A minor in my care First name of person receiving support* Last name* Birthday* Month Day Year Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* Language spoken at home Email* Phone* Preferred Contact Method (select all that apply)* Email Phone Call Emergency Contact Full Name* Relationship to Emergency Contact* Emergency Contact Phone Number* Did the YMCA Refer you to SAFE? Yes No Do you currently see a therapist or grief counselor?* Yes No Not sure Briefly tell us what brings you to SAFE* I confirm that I understand that these services are not for emergencies. SAFE does not offer 24/7 care or have a clinician on-call. If you are having an emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency center. * I verify that I am at least 18 years of age and voluntarily submitting this form for services for myself. * Submit

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< Back James Taylor Member James relocated to Massachusetts over 30 years ago, where he excelled in a variety of operational roles, cultivating a comprehensive understanding of business management and customer service. After two decades, he transitioned to real estate, establishing his own brokerage firm. This transition helped James empathize with and address the nuanced needs of individuals. James is a passionate advocate for community well-being, recognizing the critical need for accessible support systems. He believes every individual deserves a safe and supportive environment to address addiction, mental health, and other challenges, whether personally or within their family. His commitment to SAFE Coalition stems from a deep dedication to creating a safer and more inclusive community for all.

< Back The Trickle Up Effect How to build inclusive environments to facilitate thriving students, clients, & colleagues through understanding gender identity & sexuality. Date: Per Request Time: Per Request Details: Email to book: info@safecoalitionma.org Price: Reach out for pricing. About the Program: How to Build Inclusive Environments to Facilitate Thriving Students, Clients, and Colleagues Through Understanding Gender Identity and Sexuality Meet the Instructor: Graduate Intern Oomiya Kawas okawas@safecoalitionma.org READ BIO

< Back Karen Bean, LCSW Clinician kbean@safecoalitionma.org Karen has worked with Children and Families since her first job out of high school. As an adult, she fostered children for 11 years, and over that time also held roles as cofacilitator of Massachusetts Approach to Positive Parenting (MAPP) training for others to become licensed to foster, as well as Family Liaison for Massachusetts Society for the Prevention and Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) to provide ongoing support for foster parents/kinship placements to parent children experiencing foster care. Following her journey with foster care, Karen received her master's in social work at Simmons University, where she interned at South Bay Community Services and Kaleidoscope Family Services. She provided in-home therapy and Behavioral Health services to individuals and families. She brings deep empathy to every interaction and tailors her work to each person's unique needs, helping clients process complex emotions, address trauma, and build resilience. Karen enjoys painting, going for walks, spending time with family, and going to the Beach in the Spring and Fall.

< Back WhyTry Program Ages: 14–18 Date: Wednesdays (3–4 classes/month) Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: SAFE Office, 31 Hayward Street, Suite 2C, Franklin, MA 02038 Target Audience: This is a prevention program for any youth open to learning about decision-making and building personal resiliency. Breakfast, snacks, and lunch are provided. Refer a Student Enrollment in the WhyTry Program includes the following steps: Referral: Students can be referred to the program by teachers, administrators, or counselors at the school. Guardians may also submit referrals. Refer a student. Enrollment: Once a referral form is submitted, SAFE staff will contact the youth’s guardian to complete the necessary paperwork and enroll them in the next available class. About the Program: WhyTry is an organization that helps individuals develop resilience. The WhyTry school curriculum provides students with resources to build essential skills and knowledge, such as problem-solving, handling adversity, fostering resilience, building relationships, and increasing motivation for success. These skills are taught using practical, evidence-based tools designed to engage students in a way they can understand and remember. What do we mean by resilience? Simply put, resilience is the ability to develop skills and strategies that tap into various sources of strength, allowing young people to bounce back and thrive in the face of challenges. The WhyTry Curriculum: WhyTry helps participants develop a greater appreciation for their relationships with family, friends, teachers, and counselors. It also fosters increased motivation toward responsibility, goal-setting, and maintaining a positive attitude while working toward those goals. 10 WhyTry Learning Units: The WhyTry curriculum consists of ten units, each titled after a visual metaphor that helps participants understand the topic. During your time at SAFE, we will cover 4 of the 10 units to best fit your needs. Refer a Student Meet the Instructor Director of Adolescent Wellness Emma Kelley ekelley@safecoalitionma.org READ BIO

Postpartum Support Groups North Attleborough Time : Mondays 10:00–11:30 a.m. Location: N. Attleboro YMCA REGISTER Franklin Time : Wednesdays Noon to 1:30 p.m. Location: Bernon Family Branch YMCA REGISTER Are you a new or expectant mom? This group is for you! Receive peer support in a welcoming and compassionate space. You’ll learn coping skills to manage tough moments and connect with others who truly understand. Each week we will touch on different topics such as Motherhood Myths Identity & Values Self-care Thoughts Self-esteem Art & Creativity Hosted by SAFE and the Hockomock YMCA

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SAFE's free teen summer drop-in center in Franklin, MA — a low-key place to hang out, grow, and make friends. Wednesdays noon–3, July 1–Aug 5, ages 13–18. Adolescent Wellness Center Drop-in Hours Teens: discover your new summer hangout! FREE • Teens 13–18 • Wednesdays • noon–3 p.m. (drop in anytime) • Starts July 1 • Franklin, MA SAFE’s Adolescent Wellness Center is a welcoming, low-key space to hang out, meet new people, express yourself, and grow, and our summer drop-in hours are a great chance to check it out for yourself. Each week will include activities designed around different themes to build emotional wellness, career readiness, and essential life skills—all catered to the interests and needs of the guests PARENTS Summer can be difficult for many young people who lose the structure and community provided by school. These drop-in sessions provide a safe, healthy space for teens to just be this summer. Sign up for Free THEMES Week 1 (July 1): Minding your Mind Learn and try mental wellness and mindfulness exercises Week 2 (July 8): The Dopamine Effect Quick highs versus real ones: learn how substances, and even media, affect the brain and body and explore healthy alternatives Week 3 (July 15): Affirming your Worth Explore how positive self-talk improves wellbeing and practice esteem-building activities Week 4 (July 22): Future Fields Hear from professionals from different careers and backgrounds Week 5 (July 29): Paint your Picture Discuss and try out different forms of creative expression Week 6 (August 5): Adulting Essentials Cover skills like creating a resume, interviewing for your dream job, managing finances, and more Frequently asked questions Can my teen come to just one session? Yes, teens can attend just one session or all six—totally up to them! Is the program supervised, and who runs it? Who is the program for? Is there a registration deadline? What is a teen drop-in program? Who's it for? Does my teen need to bring anything? Where is the Adolescent Wellness Center located? What if my teen comes alone or doesn't know anyone? What will my teen do at the program each week? Is the SAFE teen summer program free? Questions? Email info@safecoalitionma.org or call (508) 488-8105 Register for Summer Drop-in Hours Form not loading? Open it in a new window .

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< Back to GET SUPPORT < Back to GET INVOLVED Narcan Training Save a life. Carry Narcan. Narcan is a nasal spray used to revive someone during an overdose from opioid pain medications like oxycodone and Fentanyl, and street drugs like heroin. Taking a high dose or combining opioids with other substances can lead to overdose, which can be life threatening. Attend SAFE Narcan training to learn how to administer this life-saving medication, open to the public and no registration required. Attendees will: Learn how to recognize an overdose Practice administering Narcan Develop confidence in responding to an overdose Leave with two 4 mg doses of Narcan Request Training Upcoming Trainings: These trainings are free and open to the public. Multiple Dates Mon, Aug 24 SAFE Pop-up Office in Millis - Narcan training, mental health & recovery resources / Millis Public Library Learn more Aug 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Millis Public Library, 961 Main St, Millis, MA 02054, USA Stop by the Millis Public Library for free Narcan training & to connect with SAFE clinician about mental health and substance use recovery resources. Share Mon, Aug 24 Franklin Narcan Training - no registration required / Franklin Public Library Learn more Aug 24, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Stop by the Franklin Public Library for free Narcan training Share Multiple Dates Tue, Aug 25 Wrentham Narcan Training / Fiske Public Library (Wrentham) Learn more Aug 25, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Fiske Public Library (Wrentham), 110 Randall Rd, Wrentham, MA 02093, USA Stop by the Wrentham Public Library for free Narcan training. SAFE staff will also be available to discuss mental health and substance use recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Mon, Aug 31 Foxborough Narcan Training / Foxborough Community Center Learn more Aug 31, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Foxborough Community Center, 76 Main St, Foxborough, MA 02035, USA Join SAFE for free Narcan training! Share Multiple Dates Mon, Aug 31 SAFE Pop-up Office in Millis - Narcan training, mental health & recovery resources / Millis Public Library Learn more Aug 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Millis Public Library, 961 Main St, Millis, MA 02054, USA Stop by the Millis Public Library for free Narcan training & to connect with SAFE clinician about mental health and substance use recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Wed, Sep 02 Medway Narcan Training - no registration required / Medway Public Library Learn more Sep 02, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Medway Public Library, 26 High St, Medway, MA 02053, USA Stop by the Medway Public Library for free Narcan training & to learn more about mental health and substance recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Tue, Sep 15 Foxborough Narcan Training / Boyden Library Learn more Sep 15, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Boyden Library, 2 Baker St, Foxborough, MA 02035, USA Join SAFE for free Narcan training! Share Multiple Dates Wed, Sep 16 Franklin Narcan Training - no registration required / Franklin Public Library Learn more Sep 16, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Stop by the Franklin Public Library for free Narcan training Share Multiple Dates Wed, Sep 30 Wrentham Narcan Training / Fiske Public Library (Wrentham) Learn more Sep 30, 2026, 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM Fiske Public Library (Wrentham), 110 Randall Rd, Wrentham, MA 02093, USA Stop by the Wrentham Public Library for free Narcan training. SAFE staff will also be available to discuss mental health and substance use recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Wed, Oct 07 Medway Narcan Training - no registration required / Medway Public Library Learn more Oct 07, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Medway Public Library, 26 High St, Medway, MA 02053, USA Stop by the Medway Public Library for free Narcan training & to learn more about mental health and substance recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Wed, Oct 21 Wrentham Narcan Training / Fiske Public Library (Wrentham) Learn more Oct 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Fiske Public Library (Wrentham), 110 Randall Rd, Wrentham, MA 02093, USA Stop by the Wrentham Public Library for free Narcan training. SAFE staff will also be available to discuss mental health and substance use recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Wed, Oct 21 Franklin Narcan Training - no registration required / Franklin Public Library Learn more Oct 21, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Stop by the Franklin Public Library for free Narcan training Share Multiple Dates Mon, Oct 26 Foxborough Narcan Training / Foxborough Community Center Learn more Oct 26, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Foxborough Community Center, 76 Main St, Foxborough, MA 02035, USA Join SAFE for free Narcan training! Share Multiple Dates Wed, Nov 04 Medway Narcan Training - no registration required / Medway Public Library Learn more Nov 04, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Medway Public Library, 26 High St, Medway, MA 02053, USA Stop by the Medway Public Library for free Narcan training & to learn more about mental health and substance recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Tue, Nov 17 Foxborough Narcan Training / Boyden Library Learn more Nov 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Boyden Library, 2 Baker St, Foxborough, MA 02035, USA Join SAFE for free Narcan training! Share Multiple Dates Wed, Nov 18 Franklin Narcan Training - no registration required / Franklin Public Library Learn more Nov 18, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Stop by the Franklin Public Library for free Narcan training Share Multiple Dates Wed, Dec 02 Medway Narcan Training - no registration required / Medway Public Library Learn more Dec 02, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Medway Public Library, 26 High St, Medway, MA 02053, USA Stop by the Medway Public Library for free Narcan training & to learn more about mental health and substance recovery resources. Share Multiple Dates Wed, Dec 16 Franklin Narcan Training - no registration required / Franklin Public Library Learn more Dec 16, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Franklin Public Library, 118 Main St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA Stop by the Franklin Public Library for free Narcan training Share Load More These trainings are made possible by Foxborough, Norfolk, Medway, and Wrentham Opioid Abatement Funds. We are also happy to schedule Narcan training for individuals (at our office) and groups (we can come to you!). Request Narcan Training

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