News and Media

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Junie’s Place is not only dedicated to serving families who are grieving, but also to increase public understanding of grief and loss. Through media interviews, published commentary, educational presentations, community partnerships, and advocacy efforts, we work to promote compassionate, grief-informed conversations in healthcare, workplaces, schools, and communities.

Our founder, Dr. Kristen Dillon, frequently speaks on topic including bereavement, child loss, grief-informed care, anticipatory grief and the long-term impact of grief on individuals and families. In doing so, Junie’s Place aims to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and advocate for meaningful support for those who are grieving.

Members of the media seeking interviews, expert commentary, speaking engagements, or information about Junie’s Place are encourage to directly contact us here.

We are grateful to the journalists, organizations, and community partners who help amplify our mission. Media features, interviews, publications and speaking engagements are highlighted below.

A young girl with a ponytail on a slide at Friendship Park, a playground with green and brown equipment, and a sign with a bee illustration and text about a tentative opening in May 2024.
The logo of The Boston Globe newspaper in blackletter font.
A section of a vehicle license plate with the characters W B Z and the number 1030 in white on a red background, with a dark blue background surrounding the characters.
Logo with the words 'The Sun' and an illustration of a smiling sun with a human face.
The logo of The Boston Globe newspaper in blackletter font.
The original seal of Chelmsford, Massachusetts, featuring a lighthouse, with the motto 'Let the children guard,' the phrase 'What the sirens have won,' and the year 1655.

Dr. Dillon’s interview on grief and Junie’s Place with Dracut Arts

Kristen Dillon discusses Junie's Place at Friendship Park