Footprints
An after-school program, serving children ages six to fifteen and their families.
The Footprints Program is a community-wide program serving children and their families experiencing grief and loss.
We provide a safe, caring environment where children can learn to identify and cope with emotions. Most importantly, our goal is for children to complete the program, understanding “I am not alone in my grief.” They see that others are experiencing the same kind of grief and the same emotions.
Program Mission
The mission of Footprints is to serve children dealing with grief in a faith-based environment that is safe and accepting of all emotions – and to help the child understand and begin to deal with the emotions regarding their loss.
Boerne Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church
Start Date: February 18, 2025
Cedar Park Location: Austin Foursquare Church
Start Date: February 25, 2025
“He whispered,
My precious child, I love you and will never leave you.
Never, ever, during your trials and testings.
When you saw only one set of footprints, It was then that I carried you.”
— Footprints In The Sand
What does it cost?
Provided Free of Charge. No child or parent is charged for attending sessions.
How do I sign up?
Enroll a child online or call 830-385-8916.
Who can attend Footprints?
Children ages 6-10, and 11-15, who are experiencing grief as a result of a loss due to the death of a loved one. Footprints provide an environment where grieving children can express their feelings and learn that they are not alone in dealing with the challenging circumstances life sometimes brings.
Is Footprints an appropriate program for my children?
The program effectively places children in a peer support group with other children their age who have experienced loss. During the registration process, children are screened to help identify any need for professional assistance beyond what Footprints provides. In these cases, the family is referred to appropriate care.
How are the Footprints classes conducted?
All activities and sessions will be conducted in a group format led by three trained, non-related adult volunteers, with 6 to 8 children per group. All staff volunteers and facilitators are trained in the specifics of the activities and how to work with grieving children.
Activities and games are designed to help children understand their emotions and begin to process them. All activities and games are group-based, emphasizing the theme, “You are not alone”.
While the children’s sessions are conducted, parents/guardians attend a session of their own, where they are briefed on what to expect from the children following their session.
Getting the parents involved in the healing process is crucial to the child’s success.
Who conducts the Footprints program?
Footprints is a program offered through Camp Agape, a 501(c)(3), Non-Profit Organization that supports children and families who have suffered the loss of a loved one.
The Footprints Team leads, trains, and equips volunteers facilitators to fulfill roles within the program.
How long is a Footprints program?
The Footprints program consists of one hour weekly sessions for eight weeks. All activities and sessions will be conducted in a group format led by three trained, non-related adult volunteers with four to eight children per group.
How does Footprints work?
Children are placed in peer support groups with other children of similar age. The activities and games the children participate in are designed by mental health professionals and are proven in experience to help children understand their emotions and began to deal with them. All the activities and games are group-based and emphasize the theme of “You are not alone.”
Is this just for kids?
Parental involvement is key in the healing process and the child’s success. While the children’s sessions are being conducted, the parents or guardians meet separately with a facilitator trained to answer questions and provide insights.
How many kids are in each class?
Volunteering with Footprints
Administrative Volunteers
Administrative Volunteers are needed to help with the many varied activities that are required to manage the Footprints’ operation. We will work with you to find a position that fits your to your interests, schedule, and availability.
Workshop Facilitators
Volunteers with a compassionate heart and an interest in helping children heal, can be considered for the role of Workshop Facilitators. These volunteers assist with the grief processing workshops. Workshop Facilitators must be able to commit to a full, eight week session.
Other Opportunities
Footprints has Officer positions open for those looking for an active leadership role.
All volunteers receive orientation and training and must pass a criminal background check.
Hear from Footprints Founder Larry Terrell
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