Haven's Tapestry
Human Support Professional Services
"Helping you through
your time of need."
Phone: (223) 848-0111
Email: havenstapestry@gmail.com
If you are in crisis, please call: 911 or 988
Who we are
Haven's Tapestry is a nonprofit organization that provides mental health therapy (human support services) to those who have lost a pet and need to talk to a caring, qualified therapist, who is an animal lover - just like you.
What we do
If a pet owner at your veterinary practice needs someone to talk to, they will receive 1 virtual therapy session (on video call). If they feel they would benefit from more sessions, we will refer them to a mental health professional in their community.
Employees at your veterinary practice will benefit from short-term support, assisting in their mental health needs.
Contact us for more information:
Haven's Tapestry
Phone: (223) 848-0111
Email: havenstapestry@gmail.com
Working with Animals is both
Rewarding & Heartbreaking
Haven's Tapestry provides the care your employees need by offering short-term
support for their mental health needs.
- Short-term counseling regarding work or personal matters, up to 3 sessions per hospital calendar.
- Individual and/or group debriefing.
- Referrals to community mental health professionals, as requested.
- Support in mitigating compassion fatigue.
- Agency wellness practices enhancement.
Contact us for more information:
Haven's Tapestry
Phone: (223) 848-0111
Email: havenstapestry@gmail.com
Resource Library
If you are in crisis, please call: 988
Coping with the Loss of a Pet
The loss of a pet is never easy and there is no 'right way' to grieve. Your grieving process is as unique as your bond with your pet. Feeling sad, shocked, lost, or lonely is a normal response.
Some ideas that often help someone through this difficult time, include:
- seeking support from others
- maintaining a daily routine
- creating a legacy in honor of your pet
Watch this video on more tips on how to cope with the loss of a pet.
Need someone to turn to for support?
We are here to help you! Contact us for more information:
If you are in crisis, please call: 988
Veterinary Compassion Fatigue
Compassion Fatigue is prevalent among veterinary professionals. Practicing self-awareness and self-care is crucial to protect your mental health. Learn more about this growing concern.
Contact us for more information:
Haven's Tapestry
Phone: (223) 848-0111
Email: havenstapestry@gmail.com
If you are in crisis, please call: 988
Talking about the Loss of a Pet with Children
Losing a pet can be especially difficult for a child; knowing what to say to comfort them can feel even harder. Below are some tips from author Moira Allen's book, "Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet":
- Ask questions to gain an understanding of your child's perspective
- Communicate open and honestly including sharing your own feelings
- Remember their age, age and developmental level defines what they know and how they explore their world
- Address any thoughts or feelings about the death that are frightening to the child
- Be honest, if you do not know, it is okay to say that to your child
- Encourage talking about their pet and the loss
- Hold a memorial service, ask your child for their ideas
- Lots of hugs and acceptance, everyone handles loss differently
- “Going to sleep” most likely your child will hear this from someone. Define the difference between very sick and sick, very injured and injured. Not all sickness and/or injuries result in death.
- Never imply the death was your child’s fault or the separation is not permanent. As adults, we know the pet is not returning.
- Grieving is a journey, not process or checklist. It is normal to feel "okay" one moment and crying the next. Allow your child and yourself time.
Copyright © 2007 by Moira Allen. Reprinted from The Pet Loss Support Page - http://www.pet-loss.net. Excerpt from "Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet". You can find more helpful tips in Moira Allen’s book, available at Amazon.com.
If you are in crisis, please call: 988
Meet our CEO & Board of Directors
CEO/Founder: Michele Leader
President: Keith Blackwell
Vice President: Natalie Tobias
Treasurer: Deborah Greif
Secretary: Victor Trussell
Alternate: Terry Shuster
Nonprofit Status
Haven's Tapestry
Human Support Professional Services
Phone: (223) 848-0111
Email: havenstapestry@gmail.com