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"I've always known Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse is a blessing to grieving families. I just never thought we'd be one of those families. My husband and I joined the board of Bo's shortly after our first child was born as we felt compelled by the Lord to walk alongside the grieving community. Less than a year later we learned we were miscarrying our second child. Doctors were harsh and unsympathetic and I was desperately searching for some way to be able to honor my baby, while also feeling the need for "permission" to grieve what I viewed as a "small" loss but what felt enormous. I was immediately met with compassion by those I had been serving alongside, including Amanda Hartwig (president and founder).
They recognized my need for support and there was/is certainly no shortage of it. Along with being met with community who "gets it", we were offered resources in the way of reading material, child loss support groups where we met other families with similar experiences, a dad's fishing day, a couples grief retreat, beareaved mothers day events, a gala to honor ours and so many other babies/children gone too soon, and so. much. more. Through a second miscarriage of our third baby, and now the birth of our rainbow baby, Bo's has continued to be a support to me and my family. Because of Bo's I was able to wrestle with the lie that my loss(es) didn't matter and was given endless opportunities to honor my Heaven babies and work toward healing my grieving heart. Thank you doesn't even begin to be enough for all that Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has done for my family and I. Without them, our need for support would've gone largely unnoticed. We are forever grateful to Bo's and all of the amazing volunteers and other grieving families that walked beside us and showed us it was ok to not be ok, and that ALL of our babies matter!"
Julia Giese
Children: Lennon
& Noah Giese
"Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has been a great support. I honestly don't even know how they heard about our son who had passed away but however they did, I'm beyond blessed.
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Amanda reached out I would say that day he passed or the day after asking how and if they could help us. Honestly never going through this before and not fully knowing what they really even did, we said yes.
They find a way to honor your child on their birthday and angelversary. They also do things throughout the year to honor your child. Truly an amazing group and wonderful people." -Sara Ross
Sara Ross
Child: Caden Ross
We lost our daughter, Candace in 2007 from an epileptic event and at that time there was very little support for families of child loss.
Unfortunately, in 2019 we then experienced another loss in our family.
Our granddaughter Alia and great granddaughter Aria were murdered during a domestic violence event. We were truly devastated and lost at that time as you can imagine.
I noticed that Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse had sent some money to the funeral home to help pay for some of the funeral expenses. I had never heard of Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse prior to this so I decided to check out what they were all about.
I learned that they were here to help families that have experienced child loss. I also learned they had grief support groups, which was needed as we were truly devastated and angry. Our friends and family could not help as they did not know what to do for us.
I decided to attend the support group and that was the best decision I had made. Wayne and Amanda welcomed you into this group you never wanted to be a part of. They helped me face grief and learn how to manage all the feelings that went along with it.
I also received a care package, which I could feel the love that was put into creating this box full of comforting items. I continued to attend the support group for about a year. I felt at that time I had the tools I needed to continue on my grief journey.
However, I truly believed in this organization so much as I saw the benefits of it. I felt the pull to be a part of this wonderful organization, so I became a board member.
I have truly found a family within this organization.
I love to be a part of helping other families who have experienced this heartbreaking loss.
I will always be a part of Bo’s Heavenly Clubhouse.
I can’t thank Wayne and Amanda enough for all they do to help others during one of the hardest times of their lives.
Carla Wojahn
Children: Candace Wojahn, Alia & Aria Ellen
"Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has been amazing! I received a care package for myself to help with the grieving process. It took me a few months, but I finally started attending support groups. I go to support groups as often as possible. I never feel alone or judged. My feelings are validated.
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They have also done workshops that have helped me find other outlets for the grief. Amanda and Wayne are amazing people who truly want to help others in their worst moments. I couldn't be more grateful for Bo's, what they stand for, and everything that they do."
-Saphire Williams
Saphire Williams
Child: Ezekial James
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Debra Hardy
"Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse is an awesome place to be at. I can't believe how much it helped me through my son's death. I would recommend them to anybody. I can't say enough about this group. I love them!"
"Grief: Uncontrollable. Pain. Meltdowns. Dehydration. Pain. Red Eyes. Change. More Pain.
Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse: Support. Understanding. Prayer. Love. Soft Shoulders. Ears. Love. Acceptance. Love. Love. More Love."
Shannon Darby
"Lost my son in June 2019, although I live in North Carolina. I can honestly say that Bo's Heavenly Clubhouse has helped me out a lot. Especially Amanda, I don't have any support, and they've kind of became part of my family."