Since the start of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, more than 13,440 parents have lost a child. Often it is hard to know what to do to support parents who have lost their son or daughter in military service.
The month of July is designated as Bereaved Parents Awareness Month, a time to acknowledge their loss and sacrifice. Below are some resources which may help these parents and those who support them.
Links About Bereaved Parents Awareness Month
- Bereaved Parents Awareness Month Information
- Bereaved Parents of America
- SIDS Mid-Atlantic (Information for Bereaved Families)
Healing the Spirit
Links About Independance Day
- Independence Day USA.gov History/Fun Facts about July 4th
- Event on July 4th Mount Vernon, Virginia
- Fourth of July Parades (Virginia, DC and Maryland)