FSS Movie Night (virtual) 7 pm ET, 4 pm PT
Jan
19

FSS Movie Night (virtual) 7 pm ET, 4 pm PT

Join us for a movie followed by conversation. We will watch All of Us Strangers a film based on the novel by Taicihi Yamada exploring ongoing grief, alienation, and the roles of parental and romantic love following a fatal bicycle crash. (Though we recently read the novel in FSS Book Club, you do not need to have read it to join in.)

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January Anniversary and Birthday Gathering 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET
Jan
29

January Anniversary and Birthday Gathering 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak. Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, and traditions, comfort others, and receive comfort. This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Indoor Forest Bathing: 7 pm ET, 4 pm PT
Feb
6

Indoor Forest Bathing: 7 pm ET, 4 pm PT

For centuries, people have found solace in nature. While chilly, wet winter days may put a pause on long hikes outside, we can create an indoor respite and health benefits through a practice known as Forest Bathing. Join wellness expert and forest bathing guide, Erika DiPasquale for an indoor forest bath. All you need is a quiet space near a favorite indoor plant, or a window looking out to a garden, trees, or even a cloudy sky. (If your climate is warmer, join us in your backyard, deck, or balcony). Register to receive the Zoom link.

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FSS West Coast Leadership Training Institute
Feb
22
to Feb 23

FSS West Coast Leadership Training Institute

FSS/s National Director Tom DeVito will be leading an intensive day-and-a-half course in Los Angeles, California including comprehensive, hands-on campaign planning, media training, advocacy strategies, and event planning. They training will  take a deep dive into planning an active campaign and, in the process, learn about each other’s advocacy efforts and build community. Stipends are available for travel/accommodations. The training is being held from 9:30-5 on Saturday and 9:30-2 on Sunday. Fill out the interest form to receive more information.

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Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST
Mar
27

Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST

FSS Peer Mentoring provides bereaved family members, or those seriously injured and their caregivers, with a connection to a volunteer peer support mentor. Our FSS mentors are all individuals who have been through similar experiences and are dedicated to helping others survive these life-altering tragedies. Join the training to learn more and become a mentor.

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December Anniversary & Birthday Gathering
Dec
19

December Anniversary & Birthday Gathering

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak. Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, and traditions, to comfort others, and receive comfort. This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Virtual Sound bath meditation 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET
Dec
12

Virtual Sound bath meditation 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET

A Sound bath uses acoustics to generate a calm, focused state. Sound has proven health benefits such as stress reduction and better sleep.

During a sound bath, participants are guided into a relaxed state typically while lying down, and are ’bathed’ by different sounds promoting deep relaxation.

A professional musician, Samer Ghadry has been leading sound baths and guiding other teachers since 2018. He appears in recorded works such as Alanis Morissette’s The Storm Before The Calm and the award winning film Everything Everywhere All At Once, playing gongs and bowls.

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Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST
Dec
5

Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST

FSS Peer Mentoring provides bereaved family members, or those seriously injured and their caregivers, with a connection to a volunteer peer support mentor. Our FSS mentors are all individuals who have been through similar experiences and are dedicated to helping others survive these life-altering tragedies. Join the training to learn more and become a mentor.

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November Anniversaries and Birthdays Support Gathering: 4 pm PT and 7 pm ET
Nov
27

November Anniversaries and Birthdays Support Gathering: 4 pm PT and 7 pm ET

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak. Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, and traditions, to comfort others, and receive comfort. This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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World day of remembrance candle lighting and slide show 8 pm ET, 5 pm PT
Nov
19

World day of remembrance candle lighting and slide show 8 pm ET, 5 pm PT

Join others from across the country to share World Day of Remembrance events and impressions. Please share 2-3 WDoR event photos by or preferably before EOD Monday, November 18th, and we will include them.

Feel free to have a candle ready if you would like. We will also be lighting a candle on behalf of all of our community members.

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Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT / 7:30 pm ET
Nov
19

Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT / 7:30 pm ET

The support of peers and is the bedrock of our work together. Join fellow FSS members who have lost a loved one for bi-weekly conversation facilitated by FSS staff. We ask that you try to attend all 6 sessions.

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September 24 - December 10, meeting every other week 4:30 pm PT and 7:30 pm ET

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Book Club: 4 pm PT | 7 pm ET
Nov
7

Book Club: 4 pm PT | 7 pm ET

We will be reading All of Us Strangers by Taicihi Yamada, a Japanese novel that explores ongoing grief, alienation, and the roles of parental and romantic love following a fatal bicycle crash. Bonus: Watch party of the acclaimed 2024 film adaptation!

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Meetings held on October 29, November 7, November 12 and film watch Party November 21

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Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT / 7:30 pm ET
Nov
5

Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT / 7:30 pm ET

The support of peers and is the bedrock of our work together. Join fellow FSS members who have lost a loved one for bi-weekly conversation facilitated by FSS staff. We ask that you try to attend all 6 sessions.

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September 24 - December 10, meeting every other week 4:30 pm PT and 7:30 pm ET

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October Birthday & Anniversary Support Gathering: 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET
Oct
30

October Birthday & Anniversary Support Gathering: 4 pm PT, 7 pm ET

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak.

Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, traditions, to comfort others and receive comfort.

This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Book Club: 4 pm PT | 7 pm ET
Oct
29

Book Club: 4 pm PT | 7 pm ET

We will be reading All of Us Strangers by Taicihi Yamada, a Japanese novel that explores ongoing grief, alienation, and the roles of parental and romantic love following a fatal bicycle crash. Bonus: Watch party of the acclaimed 2024 film adaptation!

Register to receive the Zoom link

Meetings held on October 29, November 7, November 12 and film watch Party November 21

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Spouse-Partner Loss Support Group
Oct
23

Spouse-Partner Loss Support Group

The traumatic loss of a spouse or a partner poses unique challenges including loneliness, the absence of familiar routines, daily conversations, income loss, and financial strain. Gather with peers to share stories, discuss challenges, and find connection. Gathering facilitated by Families for Safe Streets support team.

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Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT and 7:30 pm ET
Oct
8

Grief Support Group: 4:30 pm PT and 7:30 pm ET

The support of peers and is the bedrock of our work together. Join fellow FSS members who have lost a loved one for bi-weekly conversation facilitated by FSS staff. We ask that you try to attend all 6 sessions.

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September 24 - December 10, meeting every other week 4:30 pm PT and 7:30 pm ET

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AUGUST BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY SUPPORT GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST
Aug
28

AUGUST BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY SUPPORT GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak.

Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, traditions, to comfort others and receive comfort.

This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST
Aug
21

Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST

FSS Peer Mentoring provides bereaved family members, or those seriously injured and their caregivers, with a connection to a volunteer peer support mentor. Our FSS mentors are all individuals who have been through similar experiences and are dedicated to helping others survive these life-altering tragedies. Join the training to learn more and join our team of mentors.

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JULY BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST
Jul
31

JULY BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak.

Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, traditions, to comfort others and receive comfort.

This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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HANDLING POSSESSIONS AFTER LOSS
Jul
17

HANDLING POSSESSIONS AFTER LOSS

Our loved one’s possessions are filled with memories, and letting them go can be painful and exhausting. How do we approach the process of going through possessions in a way that is mindful and supportive and not overwhelming?

A conversation for those who have lost a loved one, to explore the process of letting go of possessions and understanding which will bring connection. We’ll share ideas for lifting up special objects, letters, photos, etc., and in the process remember our loved ones and support each other.

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Weekly Story Map Orientation and Support Circle: 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST - every Friday
Jul
12

Weekly Story Map Orientation and Support Circle: 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST - every Friday

This weekly space is for anyone who wants a little guidance, or simply a little company as they write their loved one’s story to add to our national story map.

The map is a forum where our community can honor loved ones or their own crashes, and show decision makers the true human cost of traffic violence, beyond the numbers and statistics. We hope you will share your story.

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JUNE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST
Jun
26

JUNE BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak.

Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, traditions, to comfort others and receive comfort.

This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Crash Survivors Support Group
Jun
18

Crash Survivors Support Group

From physical pain to emotional trauma and lifestyle changes, the effects of crashes for survivors can be life-changing. Join peers for conversation and the support of those with shared experience. Conversation facilitated by the FSS Support

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Journal Writing
Jun
13

Journal Writing

Expressive writing can ease symptoms of PTSD and help to find meaning in life changes following a traumatic event. A regular writing practice can provide a release that can reduce trauma symptoms like feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, sleeplessness, and poor concentration. Getting thoughts out of your head and onto the paper can offer a safe and judgement-free place to express feelings, build resilience, empowerment and well-being.

Join with peers in a journal writing support group led by FSS member Robin Felsher. No writing experience or expertise needed! This group is open to all.

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MAY BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY SUPPORT GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST
May
29

MAY BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY SUPPORT GATHERING 4 PM PST AND 7 PM EST

Anniversaries and birthdays can be very challenging. These are times to be comforted by peers who have been through similar loss and heartbreak.

Join this ongoing gathering in the month of your or your loved one’s anniversary and/or birthday to share stories, traditions, to comfort others and receive comfort.

This gathering will be facilitated by FSS support staff and open to anyone who has a crash anniversary or birthday in the given month.

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Reunión con Miembros de FSS en Español: 3 pm EST, 6 pm PST
May
23

Reunión con Miembros de FSS en Español: 3 pm EST, 6 pm PST

Durante esta reunión, nos reuniremos para compartir nuestras experiencias, conectarnos entre nosotros y construir un grupo de apoyo en español. Juntos, podemos construir una comunidad de habla hispana fuerte y solidaria en FSS. Si conoce a otros miembros que podrían beneficiarse de este grupo, no dude en pasar esta invitación o enviar un correo electrónico a ana@familiesforsafestreets.org. Puede acceder a la reunión por Zoom Aquí

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Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST
May
23

Peer Mentor Training: 4 pm PST, 7 pm EST

FSS Peer Mentoring provides bereaved family members, or those seriously injured and their caregivers, with a connection to a volunteer peer support mentor. Our FSS mentors are all individuals who have been through similar experiences and are dedicated to helping others survive these life-altering tragedies. Join the training to learn more and join our team of mentors.

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Weekly Story Map Support Circle: 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
May
3

Weekly Story Map Support Circle: 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST

By sharing your crash story on the map, you are creating a collective portrait of preventable loss that is difficult to ignore. Sharing stories is among the most compelling ways we can focus attention on this crisis. The more stories we share, the more the map will reflect the true crisis on our roadways. Join the virtual weekly Story Writing Support Circle for a little guidance and camaraderie as you write.

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Facing Mother's & Father's Day Without Loved Ones: May 2nd, 7 pm EST, 4 pm PST
May
2

Facing Mother's & Father's Day Without Loved Ones: May 2nd, 7 pm EST, 4 pm PST

Holidays can be stressful and exhausting even in the best of times. After the sudden loss of a loved one, holidays can be the time when we miss our loved ones most. This is also the time when we most need support from others who understand. Community members share strategies for remembering loved ones during holidays, creating new traditions, and finding solace at a difficult time. Please join us at 7pm ET/4pm PT.  
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