Family Night | TAPS Youth Programs' Virtual Program

Note: This group is 1 of 4 Youth Programs' Virtual Program offerings for young survivors grieving the death of a military loved one. Visit Youth Programs' Virtual Program for more information to include the monthly activity book and answers to frequently asked questions.

During our Youth Programs' Virtual Program, the Family Nights offer an opportunity for a unique and exciting experience for the whole family to bond, support each other, communicate together, and have fun. Each Family Night will be different from the next where we might have special guests, exciting themes, creative activities, and simply time to spend together with our TAPS families.

This Month's Topic: Drum It Out!

Percussionist Josh Robinson will facilitate an interactive workshop called "Drum It Out!" teaching us how to use drumming as a coping tool, a vehicle for healthy expression/emotional release, and a fun way to connect with others while paying tribute to loved ones. Participants will receive video instructions on how to build a drum or great ideas for found objects they can use prior to the workshop. Learn more at Josh Robinson Drums.

TAPS Good Grief Camper drumming

Josh Robinson

Josh Robinson

Josh Robinson is a professional Percussionist, teaching artist, and drum facilitator. "Nourishing Inner Peace Through Hitting Things" speaks to how drumming has helped him heal from loss, process challenges, and express himself beyond the limits of words. For the past 19 years he has used his skills, expertise, and life experience to share drumming and the many gifts it brings with thousands of people each year around the country. His approach is personal, passionate, creative, and intentional. He has an ability to connect with a wide range of audiences, put them at ease, and engage and unify them through rhythm.

How to Participate

This event requires you and/or your child/teen to be registered. Register today using the blue register button at the top of this page.

If you are not yet a part of our larger TAPS family, please call our 24/7 Helpline at 800-959-8277.

The Family Night will take place via Zoom. The link to access will be sent to you after you register your child. Weekly reminder emails will be sent before each care group.

For more information, contact us at youthprograms@taps.org

Mentor Matching

military mentor and taps good grief camper

Bereaved children and teenagers who are eligible to participate in TAPS Youth Programs and Events are also eligible to be matched with a military mentor. A military mentor is someone who currently serves in the military or is a veteran and can be a caring companion and a reminder to TAPS kids that the military still cares for them. A legacy mentor is an adult who experienced the death of a military family member as a child or teenager, or who participated in and graduated from TAPS programs and is ready to support younger survivors who will follow in their path. Interaction may vary due to the mentor and your child’s/teen’s schedule and availability. Ideally, we encourage mentors to reach out virtually to their mentee at least once per month. Interactions may include social media posts, video calls, letter writing, phone calls, texting, and/or emailing. Their purpose is to be a positive role model and supportive presence in a grieving child’s or teen’s life.

Request a Military Mentor