We work with certified grief facilitators to host a grief support group twice a month to help people suffering from the loss of a loved one due to gun violence.
On December 23, 2012, Kenneth Forbes’s son was shot and killed in the Shively neighborhood. For years, Forbes wrestled with that grief alone.
He eventually discovered the power of talking to others and walking through grief, and he formed M.O.M.S. Since 2016, we have been hosting our twice-a-month support group in West Louisville for people to hear and be heard.
Each meeting consists of a light meal and a group discussion. Meetings are free, and we welcome anyone aged 18 and up.
Our support group is crucial for providing emotional support, understanding, coping skills and finding meaning for those suffering from loss and trauma. We offer a safe space for individuals to navigate the complexities of grief and rebuild their lives.
During each meeting, we discuss how each person is doing and seek opportunities to support each other. Peer leaders or professional grief facilitators may come to the group with suggested topics to discuss.
We meet twice monthly, every other Tuesday, from 5 to 7 p.m., at The Well Incubator in the Park Duvall neighborhood.
Loss does not just affect mothers and fathers. Whether you are a father, sibling, partner, friend, or community member, your presence and compassion are greatly valued.
Through sharing experiences and support offered within our community, many M.O.M.S. support group members have found the strength to become champions in the fight against gun violence.
We believe that sharing our stories with the public and working with other groups will inspire our leaders to act and create a safer future for all.
While our organization was initially formed to serve parents who have lost their sons or daughters to murder, we have expanded that mission to welcome individuals from all backgrounds who wish to seek support and solace.
Loss does not just affect mothers and fathers. Whether you are a father, sibling, partner, friend, or community member, your presence and compassion are greatly valued.
We believe that peer-support networks like M.O.M.S. are essential in fostering healing and understanding and bringing further awareness to the gun violence epidemic that is tearing our communities apart.
Absolutely nothing. We believe that everyone deserves access to have their voices heard and hear from others struggling through the grieving process—regardless of their financial background.
By providing our services at no cost, we hope to remove any barriers that may prevent individuals from seeking the help they need to heal.
Mothers of Murdered Sons and Daughters of Kentucky is a compassionate organization that embraces individuals from all walks of life and religious backgrounds.
We understand that grief knows no boundaries and that the pain of losing a child to violence can be devastating regardless of one’s faith or beliefs.
We believe that fostering a sense of community and shared experiences is essential in helping people cope and heal.
Spiritual leaders from various faiths attend our support group meetings from time to time to offer solace and guidance.
These dedicated individuals provide a valuable perspective, drawing on their faith-based teachings to offer comfort and hope to the group.
Their presence serves as a reminder that compassion and support transcend religious differences, fostering a sense of unity and understanding within our community.
We host a confidential and safe space twice a month on Tuesdays for people walking through the grieving process. Reach out through our contact page to join.
