The Mending Hearts Initiative Grief Support Group

10/20/2025

Dates for the remainder of the year! Let’s heal together!

06/24/2025

06/22/2025

Community Statement from The Mending Hearts Initiative In Response to the Recent Tragedy on Scarborough Road:

We are heartbroken by the violence that erupted during what should have been a joyous Juneteenth celebration in our Anderson County community. Our thoughts and deepest prayers are with the family of Laporshia Janae Gray Cobb, and with the many individuals who were injured and traumatized by this senseless act.

As mental health professionals and as members of this very community, we know that the impact of such violence does not end when the sirens fade. It leaves behind grief, fear, and deep, unspoken pain, especially for our children, families, and those who witnessed the chaos firsthand.

We want you to know: you are not alone.

The Mending Hearts Initiative is committed to showing up; not only in moments of peace, but in times of pain and crisis. In the coming days, we will be organizing a Community Healing Circle to hold space for anyone affected. This will be a safe, judgment-free gathering where we can process emotions, honor those impacted, and begin the work of collective healing.

If you or someone you know is struggling to cope with what happened, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here with licensed counselors and trained volunteers who understand trauma, loss, and the power of community care.

Let us honor the lives affected by leaning into love, truth, and action, not fear. Healing begins when we name our pain, hold one another close, and refuse to let violence define who we are.

With empathy and strength,
The Mending Hearts Initiative
Tinisha Pender
Shantell Carter Cox

06/22/2025

We are heartbroken by the violence that erupted during what should have been a joyous Juneteenth celebration in our Anderson County community. Our thoughts and deepest prayers are with the family of Laporshia Janae Gray Cobb, and with the many individuals who were injured and traumatized by this senseless act.

As mental health professionals and members of this very community, we know the impact of such violence doesn’t end when the sirens stop. It leaves behind grief, fear, and unspoken pain—especially for our children, families, and those who witnessed the chaos firsthand.

We want you to know that you are not alone.

Mending Hearts Initiative is committed to showing up—not just in moments of peace, but in moments of crisis. In the coming days, we will be organizing a plan to hold space for anyone affected. This will be a safe, judgment-free space to process emotions, honor those impacted, and begin the work of collective healing.

If you or someone you know is struggling to cope with what happened, please reach out. We are here as licensed counselors, who understand trauma, loss, and community care.

Let’s honor the lives affected by leaning into love, truth, and action—not fear. Healing begins when we name our pain, hold one another close, and refuse to let violence define who we are.

With empathy and strength
The Mending Hearts Initiative

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05/06/2025

Our hearts are filled with gratitude for all who attended and supported the 2nd Annual
Mending Mothers Luncheon. It was nothing short of amazing. Mothers day is especially hard for moms like very good friend, Lekesha Benson when she made me aware of Bereaved Mothers Day and her desire to honor other moms who’ve experienced the loss of a child, I said lets make it happen! So, The Mending Hearts Initiative put our hands to the plow and got to work! This year we met new moms and and reconnected with our mom-friends from last year. It was a beautiful experience and we look forward to next year! With that being said, we want to thank all of our patrons and business donors for making this event possible: Sherry Adger-Kiddie University Daycare and Learning Center, LaCrystal Holloway- Electric City Insurance, Laneika Musalini- Women's Empowerment Conference-South Carolina, Jamie Long -Jamie Long Insurance, Wendy Woods-Loving Hands Home Care Services LLC, Renewal Life Counseling, LLC, Renewed Outlook Counseling and Solutions, 864 Legends, and Quicktrip. We’d also like to extend our gratitude to our giveaway sponsors Crystal J Scott-Elevated Apparel, Krystale Corner- NubianSignatures, KJ Nelly- KHomes, and La Vita Lush. A special thank you to Tenoia Peppers-Alexander, ’sKitchen and Devonsha's Occasions for sharing your space and providing our lunch! We really appreciate you all hosting us again this year. Another thanks to Carmelia Johnson, my babygirl NyNy and my beautiful mom Miriam Grant Pender who volunteered and filled in gaps where needed. To all the moms, we appreciate your vulnerability and trusting us with your hearts during such a challenging time in your lives. We love you all! Until next year…..

04/15/2025

Limited spots available! RSVP by April 23rd.

03/21/2025

Greenville, SC resource! Tap in! Process! Heal!

We are honored to announce Soul Solace, a heartfelt collaboration between Renewal Life Counseling and Effectual Concepts.

Grief connects us through shared experiences of loss, yet it's deeply personal and unique for each individual. With Soul Solace, we aim to create a nurturing space where meaningful dialogue, empathetic support, and valuable resources come together, guiding you gently along your healing journey.

You don't have to face grief alone. Join our supportive community, where understanding and compassion provide comfort and strength.

Details about our upcoming meeting can be found in the flyer.

03/14/2025

Join us tomorrow at the Women's Empowerment Conference! Stop by our booth for a chance to win a 40 oz Stanley Cup full of goodies worth over $200!