Drs. Gloria & Heidi Horsley

Welcome,

Open to Hope grew out of the death of our 17 year-old son and brother, Scott, who was killed in a car crash and is dedicated to his memory. Our mission is to give a voice to grief and support those looking for hope. If you have lost hope we invite you to lean on ours until you find your own. Sincerely,

Finding Your Hope

Our online community, the largest grief support on the Internet, brings together contributions from hundreds of experts and ordinary people who share their inspirational stories and advice. You’ll hear from people of all ages and circumstances and in different phases of grief. We invite you to listen to our radio interviews, read our articles, watch our videos and spread the word. Together we can stay Open to Hope!

If you are grieving a death, click on the appropriate tab above, or click on “Your Loss” under the Open to Hope logo at top left.

Death of a Child

Loss of the future.

Recovering from Grief: Creating Memorials Helps to Keep Your Child’s Spirit Alive | May 13, 2012

After our elder daughter died in 2007, my husband and I searched for ways to…more

Mary Rondeau Westra; Death of a Son | May 17, 2012

Mary Rondeau Westra is the author of After the Murder of My Son. A former…more

Moms on Losing A Child | May 17, 2012

Mary Jane Hurley Brant, Joan Garbutt and Suzanne Schoenhut are the guests on this week’s Patch…more

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Death of a Spouse

Loss of a life companion.

After Husband’s Suicide, Joy of Living Eventually Returns | May 5, 2012

When I got the call that my husband had died, the only sound I could…more

Larry M. Barber, LPC-S, CT; Embracing Grief with Hope and Promise | March 15, 2012

Larry Barber’s wife Cindy and two year old daughter Katie died from injuries suffered in…more

Cheryl Eckl-A Beautiful Death, Facing the Future with Peace | April 30, 2012

At the Association of Death Education and Counseling Cheryl Eckl talks about her book, A…more

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Death of a Parent

Loss of the past.

Mother’s Day Without Mother | May 10, 2012

For most people, Mother’s Day brings to mind bouquets of sunny flowers in pink hues,…more

Jenny Wheeler; Finding Hope After Father Loss | February 9, 2012

Jenny Wheeler is the teenaged author of the national award-winning book, WEIRD IS NORMAL WHEN…more

Dr Leeat Granek-Coping With Grief | February 27, 2012

Dr Leeat Granek talks about her work in grief after the death of her mother…more

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Death of a Sibling

The unacknowledged loss.

Teen Loses Brother to Suicide, Learns to Cope | April 25, 2012

At the age of 16, Carl David suffered the loss of his 22-year-old brother by…more

Richard Rosser; Keeping the Creative Spirit after Loss | April 26, 2012

Richard Rosser is a Children’s Author/Playwright/Cartoonist. While in high school, his brother died in a…more

Dr Betty Davies and Dr Heidi Horsley; Sibling Bereavement | February 20, 2012

Dr Betty Davies and Dr Heidi Horsley talk about sibling bereavement and how children cope…more

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Event Calendar

Connect locally at our worldwide events.

TGRC Women's Rendezvous

Flathead Lake, MT Saturday, May 19 – Sunday, May 20, 2012 Women's Rendezvous annual retreat for women…more

TGRC A Taste to Remember Benefit Dinner

Florence BuildingMissoula, MT Monday, May 21, 2012, 6 – 9pm Dinner to benefit Tamarack Grief Resource Center's programs…more

Stepping Stones on Your Grief Journey Workshop

St. Elizabeth Seton Church4001 Stoneridge DrivePleasanton, CA 94588 Thursday, May 24, 2012, 7:15 – 9:45pm Your loved…more

Stepping Stones on Your Grief Journey Workshop

St. Elizabeth Seton Church4001 Stoneridge DrivePleasanton, CA 94588 Thursday, May 31, 2012, 7:15 – 9:45pm Your loved…more

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Open to Hope Articles

Most recent articles posted on this website.

Recovering from Grief: Creating Memorials Helps to Keep Your Child’s Spirit Alive | May 13, 2012

After our elder daughter died in 2007, my husband and I searched for ways to keep her spirit alive.…more

Mother’s Day Without Mother | May 10, 2012

For most people, Mother’s Day brings to mind bouquets of sunny flowers in pink hues, often-obligatory brunches, and lingering…more

A Bittersweet Mother’s Day After Son’s Suicide | May 10, 2012

“I’m having a Mother’s Day Tea,” my friend Becky said on the other end of the phone line, “and…more

Thoughtful Memorials Keep Your Child’s Spirit Alive | May 9, 2012

After our elder daughter died in 2007, my husband and I searched for ways to keep her spirit alive.…more

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Open to Hope Radio

Most recent Open to Hope radio shows

Mary Rondeau Westra; Death of a Son | May 17, 2012

Mary Rondeau Westra is the author of After the Murder of My Son. A former teacher and fundraiser for…more

Nadine Melhem; Trauma and Bereavement in Children | May 10, 2012

Dr. Melhem is Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. She has been studying trauma and bereavement…more

Mark Triplett; Death of an Adult Child | May 3, 2012

Mark Triplett is Co-Director of a Minnesota non-profit organization, in memory of his son Adam, which serves the Love…more

Richard Rosser; Keeping the Creative Spirit after Loss | April 26, 2012

Richard Rosser is a Children’s Author/Playwright/Cartoonist. While in high school, his brother died in a car accident. Richard has…more

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Open to Hope TV

Most recent Open to Hope videos

Community Forums

Where you can find and share inspirational stories of life, loss and love. Click here for entire message board.

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