 The Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families
The Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families, Inc. just launched in the fall of 2021 and provides its community grief services free of charge. Through donations and community support they provide activities and programs that support Kentucky families as they grieve and heal. KCGCF offers student grief support groups and family/caregiver education and support for youth and families in the following schools in Fayette County, Kentucky. If you are interested in having your child join a grief support group, please contact the school’s Family Resource and Youth Services Center or email kychildrengrieve@gmail.com. The KCGCF also works with grieving families to provide community referrals for additional services and supports, including individual therapy and therapeutic recreation opportunities. The KCGCF offers expert training in youth bereavement (its hallmarks, trauma-informed strategies for supporting grieving children, how to support grieving families and encourage resilient parenting). Presentations and training can be arranged for schools, churches, social service agencies, workplaces, and community groups. In 2022, they hope to launch free, community-based grief support groups for children and youth ages 4-18, organized by children’s ages. Talk time will be combined with play and other types of creative healing experiences (such as art, writing, or music). Concurrent parent and caregiver groups will help caregivers understand youth bereavement and offer parenting techniques to strengthen the family as they heal and move forward. To find out more information or to get involved with KCGCF, visit them at: https://www.facebook.com/kychildrengrieve/ https://www.instagram.com/kychildrengrieve/ https://www.kcgcf.org/
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 Finding Our Way Men's Support Group
Group meets weekly on Tuesday evenings at 6 PM, MST, starting November 16, 2021 Session Dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 1/4, 1/11 The “Finding Our Way” Men's Support Group hosted by Eric's House will meet on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 PM MST, from November 16th until January 11th. You do not have to live in Phoenix to join this virtual support group. This group focuses on the challenge of integrating your loss to define a new version of yourself, find meaning and purpose, and receive and give support to others. It is open to men who have lost a child, spouse, sibling, parent, or close friend. Members will empower one another to find the courage to face the most broken and lost places within themselves, and strive to discover acceptance. EricsHouse Men’s Groups create a safe space where you can risk sharing your loss and pain in the presence of other men who have their own deep personal experiences of loss – who will not judge you, presume to ‘fix’ you, invade you, or abandon you. “Finding Our Way” Group Structure: - 9 week closed group limited to 12 members. - Co-facilitated by Greg Eckerman and Ken Slesarik. - Meetings will be virtual (on-line) - They follow "The Wilderness of Grief – Finding Your Way," by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. They welcome new and previous Men’s Group members. If you have suffered a tragic loss and are struggling to figure out how to survive, please contact Greg (greg@ericshouse.org or 480-734-3423) to learn whether this group might be right for you. Pre-registration is required! If someone you know is struggling with his loss, please gently encourage him to contact Greg, and visit www.ericshouse.org for details.  Meet-Up for Survivors of Murder-Suicide Loss
You are not alone. After murder-suicide loss survivors may feel isolated and stigmatized. This peer-led group was founded to provide hope and collectively support each other through this rare type of loss which, unfortunately, is an everyday occurrence in the United States. They welcome all survivors of murder-suicide loss, regardless of their relationship to those who died. They emphasize welcoming all kinds of survivors of this type of loss as they understand, for many people, you cannot “choose sides.” The loss of multiple people after this type of suicide loss is incredibly complex to navigate. Survivors include, but are not limited to, the following circumstances: sibling and/or step-sibling loss, parental and/or step-parental loss, child or step-child loss, spouse, ex-spouse, partner or ex-partner loss, in-law loss, friend loss, witnesses of murder-suicide with or without direct connections to the victim and/or perpetrator, and attempted murder-suicide survivors. This peer led group is a hybrid traditional support group and action group. They welcome those interested in either, or both. Their 90 minute format is conveniently divided to accommodate attendees with interests in traditional support and/or advocacy. Brittany Noble McCarthy and Sara Cobb are survivors of murder-suicide loss and the co-founders of this unique support network which launched in 2020 and today has connected survivors across the country. The group meets every other Friday via Zoom at 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST. Contact Brittany at brittanynoblemccarthy@gmail.com or Sara at mygriefconnection@outlook.com if you would like more information. They ask all attendees to complete an initial phone or video call with one of the group leaders to ensure the environment is a good fit and to ensure the safety and privacy of all group members. Prerequisites for group participation: - Must be 18 years of age or older - Must be currently in professional counseling/therapy, actively seeking professional counseling/therapy, or have a willingness to professional counseling/therapy in the future - Must be willing to share contact information with the group leads for emergency use only Check out the group profile at: https://grief.com/grief-support-group-directory/  Understanding Your Grief: Support Group for Fathers
Grieving dads, you are invited to join Eric's House for their virtual Understanding Your Grief: Support Group for Fathers. Men who have lost a child or stepchild of any age to substance abuse, suicide, or sudden trauma are welcome to join. Sessions run for 9 weeks on a weekly basis. They begin on Tuesday, August 17 and end on October 12, 2021. Eric's House makes all groups affordable. As a non-profit dedicated to healing broken hearts, they ensure that everyone who needs support gets support. The fee for all groups is 45, which covers materials and expenses only. If you simply don’t have the resources to cover their fee, they will help. Please call 855-896-5658 or visit www.ericshouse.org for more information, and follow @ericshouse88 on Instagram. You DO NOT have to live in Arizona to join this group!  Death & Donuts
Death & Donuts meets on a monthly basis to have candid, open discussions about all end-of-life issues in a comfortable, cheerful atmosphere via Zoom. Come with an open mind, a healthy curiosity, and a willingness to share your thoughts, feelings, and questions with other like-minded individuals. Topics are determined by the group. All are welcome. For more information and to register, email Jillian Brinkley at jillian.brinkley@dignitymemorial.com Check out the Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/AlexandersDandD Survivors of Murder-Suicide Loss Share How You Can Help Support  Check out the terrific new post on Brittany Noble McCarthy's blog,
"Survivors of Murder-Suicide Loss Share How You Can Help Support," at https://brittanynoblemccarthy.com/survivors-of-murder-suicide-loss-share-how-you-can-help-support/ Brittany Noble McCarthy is a writer and advocate for two largely misunderstood areas: the life of military families and survivors of murder-suicide loss. In addition to pieces published with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) and The Kentucky Derby Museum. Brittany is the co-founder of a murder-suicide loss support group, along with fellow survivor My Grief Connection founder Sara J. Cobb, and has connected with survivors across the country. She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Communication, and is a certified Peer Mentor with TAPS. Brittany has participated in numerous grief and suicide workshops with TAPS and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She has also connected with leading researchers in the field of suicidology and community violence. This new post was co-written by several murder-suicide loss survivors, including Brittany & Sara, with the intent of helping educate those in survivors’ support systems. In it, they share what would have been most helpful – and what was not helpful – after their initial loss. They have joined in a single voice that they hope reflects anyone who has experienced the tragic loss of a loved one to murder-suicide or any sensationalized, traumatic loss. They cannot and do not speak for all survivors, but if you are a survivor of murder-suicide loss, they hope you know you are not alone. If you are a survivor of murder-suicide loss and are interested in connecting with other survivors for support and/or direction to resources, please reach out to either Brittany or Sara via email for information about their Survivors of Murder-Suicide Loss Virtual Support Group. This private support group meets twice monthly via Zoom to share our stories, encourage and support one another.  Understanding Your Grief: Men's Support Group
Hosted by Eric's House this virtual men's support group will meet on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 PM EST, from June 1st through July 27th (6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, no meeting 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, & 7/27.) Members will empower one another to find the courage to face the most broken and lost places within themselves, and strive to discover acceptance. Email Greg Eckerman at greg@ericshouse.org to determine if this is the right group for you. Cost for this Men’s Group will be $45, reading materials and a journal. For more information visit: https://www.ericshouse.org/event/men-growing-through-our-grief/2021-06-01/?fbclid=IwAR34wWl0Eq1GGCEmQC5SreHeGnSEQXntCc6AyKqWEMchYF_ZSB7ca0ouyQU 3/15/2021 Journey to Hope: Virtual Young Adult Grief Support Group (NO COST) - JUn-Aug 2021Read Now Journey to Hope: Virtual Young Adult Grief Support Group (NO COST)
Via Zoom from 6:00 - 7:30 PM, Mondays, June 7 - August 2, 2021 If you or someone you know is a young adult (ages 18-30) who is looking for tools to help journey through the grief process, please check out the 2021 Virtual Young Adult Grief Support Group, Journey to Hope, from Highmark Caring Place. This virtual/social setting is designed to be an educational support group focused on empowering young adults to learn how to navigate their “new reality." For additional information or to RSVP, E-mail contactus@highmarkcaringplace.com or call 866-212-4673 or 814-871-6868.  Gloom to Bloom Coaching is Hosting a March "Grief Tea" Event
March 07, 2021 from 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM EST via Zoom. "Grief Tea" is a safe community space for grievers. Each month gathering opens with a discussion question to jump start conversation. No need to share if you're not feeling up to it! It is a place to laugh, cry, listenand reflect. Bring on the cozy vibes with your favorite warm beverage and join us. Register at https://cjclarizio.wixsite.com/gloomtobloomcoach/event-details/grief-tea-group-march  Nampa, Idaho Grief & Loss Support Group
Starting on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 7:00 PM-8:00 PM MST First United Methodist Church (GPS room/portable), 2717 12th Ave. Rd., Nampa, ID 83686 Group will be held on the following dates: March 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th April 1st, 8th, 15th, & 29th (NO CLASS Thursday April 22nd) May 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th This group is in person so attendees will need to wear masks and agree to appropriate social distancing to participate (Keeping 6 foot distance from others). Due to Covid-19 safety precautions the number of people allowed into the group is limited to the same 10 people, all of whom will be screened for Covid-19 symptoms. This is a "closed group" meaning that there are no drop-ins and you will need to pre-register. For more details or to pre-register, please email Bonnie at: nampacounselingsolutions@gmail.com Be sure to leave a phone number where she can contact you to determine if this group is a good fit for you.  Sibling Support Group Hosted By Eric's House Teens 13-18 years old who have lost a sibling are invited to join EricsHouse.org along with facilitator Vanessa Baker, of vanessabakermindset.com, for weekly support conversations on Mondays, from 7-8pm MST via Zoom between March 1 - 29, 2021. Vanessa is the author of "Mean to Real Clean", has been featured in the media, and is a leading coach for growth.com. She is passionate about working with teenagers, and she is also a suicide survivor. There is not cost to join. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/supportsibs  Journey to Hope Support Group
Via Zoom from 6:00 - 7:30 PM, Thursdays, February 18th – April 15th, 2021 If you or someone you know is a young adult (ages 18-30) who is looking for tools to help journey through the grief process, please check out the 2021 Virtual Young Adult Grief Support Group, Journey to Hope, from Highmark Caring Place. This virtual/social setting is designed to be an educational support group focused on empowering young adults to learn how to navigate their “new reality." For additional information or to RSVP, e-mail Davina Pacley at davina.pacley@highmark.com or call 866-212-4673 or 814-871-6868.  Trauma Healing Support Circle
All are welcome to join this entirely online trauma support group hosted by For You Network. This group is is welcoming, non-judgmental, all inclusive group for everyone. It will be especially helpful for those with a desire to heal the impact of trauma, support the healing of a loved one, and connect with other people on similar journeys of recovery. Whether the sudden and tragic death of a loved one, an unexpected severe physical injury, an unhealthy relationship ending in heartbreak, a humiliating experience in childhood, a chaotic and dysfunctional upbringing, sexual abuse, domestic violence, suicide by someone close to you or thoughts of it yourself, addiction habits, battle with mental health illness, or any other form of trauma you have endured. You are not alone. Upcoming meetings: Sunday, February 28, 2021 at 6:15 PM MST – 7:30 PM MST Follow the For You Network on Facebook and visit their events page for details on how to join the support group circle. See the discussion posts in each scheduled event for link to join the group on Google Meet video chat (video is optional, you can just use audio if you prefer). https://www.facebook.com/events/2811747015763616 **Adults and mature teens only**  Jonathan's Giving Tree - Life After Loss of a Child Support Group
Thursday's at 7:00 PM PST via Zoom. This group provides a safe space and supportive environment to further explore the stages of grief and is open to anyone that has loss a child or a adult sibling and grandparents. It provides an opportunity to meet other grieving parents and share experiences and coping strategies. Zoom Meeting ID: 811 5824 0458 Password: OKMD4t For more information, contact Marcia Arreola at 949-342-6547. https://jonathansgivingtree.org  GriefShare at Nampa First Church of the Nazarene - Begins 17 Jan 2021
601 16th Ave South, Nampa, Idaho 83651 Have you recently lost a loved one? GriefShare classes will begin on Sunday, January 17, 2021. Classes will be meeting during the Sunday School hour (10:00-11:15 AM) upstairs in the sanctuary in room S255. This is a 13 week video/discussion series with a workbook led by Don Ludwig and Marsha Rogers. Please pre-register by contacting the Nampa First Church office at 208-466-3549 or Marsha Rogers at 208-989-1098, or online at www.griefshare.com Group Facilitators: Don Ludwig and Marsha Rogers, (208) 989-1098  Saturday Support with From Grief To Growth
Saturday Support is a virtual drop-in support group designed to connect individuals living with traumatic grief or who have experienced a sudden, unexpected loss. Moderated by Dr. Jennifer R. Levin of From Grief To Growth, these meetings will be held each Saturday from 9:30 - 10:30 AM(PST) through the end of 2020. Meetings will provide participants an opportunity to share their experiences, learn more about traumatic grief, and gain new coping mechanisms and resources to help manage trauma and grief. These Meetings will take place over Zoom and will be interactive in nature (all participants will be encouraged to share their audio and video). Saturday Support is not a therapy group and is available to participants throughout the United States. Privacy, respect, and confidentiality is expected from all group participants. The fee for Saturday Support is $20 per meeting and pre-registration is required. You can pre-register for whichever date(s) you like. Register at: https://fromgrieftogrowth.mykajabi.com/saturday-support  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings For September & October 2020
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings on various days of the month at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being,please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the dates for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Thursday, September 17th Friday, September 24th Tuesday, October 6th Thursday, October 15th You can also join their Facebook group for updates, daily prayers & resources. Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/ 9/12/2020 New DivorceCare Groups Meeting in Boise, Eagle (online) & Nampa, Idaho - September 2020Read Now New DivorceCare Groups Meeting in Boise, Eagle (online) & Nampa, Idaho - September 2020
DivorceCare is a support group for people recovering from separation and divorce. At DivorceCare, you will find a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This Christ-centered program makes use of teaching videos with numerous professionals, workbooks, and group discussion to help you recover and move toward healing. Participants may join at any time during the 13-week session. --- DivorceCare at Nampa First Church of the Nazarene 601 16th Ave South, Nampa, Idaho 83651 - Sanctuary Room 252 DivorceCare is scheduled to meet on Wednesday nights starting September 16, 2020. $10 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/126454 Facilitators: Marsha Rogers, Single Ministries Director (208) 989-1098 --- DivorceCare at The Summit Church 10375 Overland Rd., Boise, Idaho 83709 - Meeting Room B26 Meets on Mondays, in Room B26, starting September 14, 2020 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. $15 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook, but scholarships may be available. Childcare: 3 years (and potty trained) through 6th grademay attend the AWANA program from 6:15 - 8:00 pm. This provides a way for parents with children to attend Divorce Care and knowt hat their kids are receiving biblical teaching as well. https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/122880 https://summitchurchboise.churchcenter.com/groups/seasonal-classes/divorcecare https://www.facebook.com/SummitChurchBoise/posts/10158268085034718 Group Facilitators: Mark and Barbara Buchanan, (208) 375-4031 --- DivorceCare at Eagle Christian Church 100 South Short Road, Eagle, Idaho 83616 DivorceCare is a support group for people recovering from separation and divorce. At DivorceCare, you will find a friendly, caring group ofpeople who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. This Christ-centered program makes use of teaching videos with numerous professionals, workbooks, and group discussion to help you recover and move toward healing. Participants may join at any time during the 13-week session. $25 registration fee covers the cost of a DivorceCare workbook, but scholarships are available. Meets on online on Wednesdays starting September 9- December 9, 2020 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/124393 https://www.eaglechristianchurch.com/ Facilitators: Gary and Carolyn Tragesser, (208) 596-0854  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings For September 2020
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations,Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings on various days of the month at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being,please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the dates for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Tuesday, September 1st Friday, September 11th Thursday, September 17th Friday, September 24th They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page. You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for updates, daily prayers & resources. Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings on Fridays at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being, please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the dates for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Friday, August 14th Friday, August 21st Friday, August 28th Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings, generally on Fridays, at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being, please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the dates for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Tuesday, August 4th - hosted by Kansas City Host Churches Friday, August 7th They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page. You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for daily prayers & resources. Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/  Walking Through Grief: Tools for Finding Hope Along the Grief Journey 10 Week Grief Support Group Held virtually viz ZOOM so anyone anywhere in the country can join in. If you or anyone you love is grieving the death of a loved one, save the dates for the next Walking Through Grief Support Group. Hosted by Willioughy United Methodist Church, on Thursdays, Sept. 17th - Nov. 19th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm (EST). The goal of “Walking Through Grief” is to be the “arms of Jesus” to people who are grieving the death of a loved one & give them much needed tools, support, encouragement & hope in their grief journeys. Over 200 people have gone through this program since it was started in 2014. This class is open to anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one. If you know of someone who might need this type of important grief support, please pass this info along. All materials are provided FREE of charge & there is NO COST to attend. Please register or request more information by emailing cathys@willoughbyumc.org Group facilitator, Cathy Schneithorst, will confirm your registration or contact you to answer any questions.  David's Hope Pregnancy Loss Ministry Support Group David's Hope Pregnancy Loss Ministry's local Boise, Idaho area support group for those who have experienced infant loss, stillbirth or miscarriage, will be restarting on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 6:30 pm. It is a 7 week program. Please call or text 208-899-3676 RSVP and for more information on the location. www.davidshopeministry.org Office Phone: (208) 899-3676 Email: admin@davidshopeministry.org  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings on Fridays at Noon CST and on Wednesdays at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being, please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the date for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Wednesday, May 27th at Noon (CST) Friday, May 29th at Noon (CST) Wednesday, June 3rd at Noon (CST) They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page. You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for daily prayers & resources. Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/  Faith & Grief Online Support Gatherings
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief is offering support gatherings on Fridays at Noon CST and starting May 20th on Wednesdays at Noon CST. For the safety of their participants, they and their host sites will not be hosting in-person support gatherings for the time being, please check for updates on future in-person support gatherings. Here are the date for the upcoming online grief support gatherings: Friday, May 15th at Noon (CST) Wednesday, May 20th at Noon (CST) Friday, May 22nd at Noon (CST) Wednesday, May 27th at Noon (CST) They will be posting updates on their website and Facebook page. You can also join their Facebook Online Gathering Group for daily prayers & resources. Please register and you will receive an email confirmation with the meeting access link & dial-in instructions. https://www.faithandgrief.org/gatherings/ |
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