The Compass Program

Grief can feel directionless; The Resilience Foundation is here to help you find your way.

Explore gentle resources for healing, learn how to create impact by starting a chapter or becoming a TRF trustee, and stay connected through our newsletter. Wherever you are, you’re not alone.

Resources for the Road Ahead

Whether you’re facing sudden loss or supporting someone who is, our resource hub is here to walk with you. Find emergency contacts, grief counseling directories, road safety education materials, and spiritual healing tools—all thoughtfully gathered to offer comfort, clarity, and care.

For immediate crisis support.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, reach out for immediate help:

National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 (24/7, free, confidential)
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (24/7 crisis support)
The Trevor Project: thetrevorproject.org — Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth (Call 866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678)
SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — Free, confidential help for mental health and substance use

Healing takes support.

Explore these resources to find comfort, guidance, and strength as you navigate loss:

GriefShare — Find support groups in your area
The Dougy Center — Resources for grieving children, teens, young adults, and families
National Alliance for Children’s Grief — Grief resources specifically for youth and families
Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support
The Compassionate Friends — A nationwide network offering emotional support

Knowledge saves lives.

Explore these resources to learn about safe driving practices and help prevent future tragedies:

End Distracted Driving — Educational tools, school programs, and parent resources
National Safety Council: Road Safety — Defensive driving tips, teen driving education, and crash prevention
Florida Department of Transportation – Road Safety — Updates and campaigns in Florida
Teens & Distracted Driving — CDC — Research and prevention tips

Finding peace often comes through connecting with something greater than ourselves.

These spiritual and mindfulness resources are open to all, inspired by Hindu, Buddhist, and universal perspectives

Hindu Teachings on Grief and the Soul

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 2: On Life and Death — Teachings about the eternal soul (atman)
- Key Teaching: “The soul is neither born nor does it die.” (BG 2.20)

Buddhist Resources on Facing Loss

Lion’s Roar: Buddhist Wisdom for Facing Death and Loss — Mindful approaches to grief
Tricycle: Grief and Awakening — Buddhist perspectives on grief and renewal

Guided Meditations for Inner Healing

UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center — Free downloadable meditations
Insight Timer App — Thousands of free meditations, including specific ones for grief and loss

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We hosted a student-led garage sale to raise funds for the foundation and share Thamesh’s story—baking vegan brownies, making jewelry, and selling our clothes to support the foundation and its mission.

Lainey Rose

TRF @ New College of Florida

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