 Sibling Loss Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, March 1st - April 15th, 2023, via Zoom from 6:30 - 7:30 PM CST For children/teens, ages 7 - 18, who are missing their beloved sibling, Brighter Days Family Grief Center offers this beautiful 6-week virtual support group opportunity created especially for them. The group will meet on Wednesdays, March 1st - April 15th, via Zoom from 6:30 - 7:30 PM CST. Join a safe space to meet others who understand while participating in meaningful discussion and activities that allow for healing and HOPE. This is open to Minnesota youth first but they are happy to take names for their waitlist in case there is space available for those outside of Minnesota. For questions/registration, contact info@bdgc.us or visit www.brighterdaysgriefcenter.org/
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 Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
NAMI Wood River Valley is offering a virtual Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group on the First Tuesday Every Month, 5:30 - 6:30 PM MST. Zoom Code: 831 8174 7084 Password: SOS The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group is a judgment-free, safe space for those who are mourning the loss of a loved one to suicide. Participants have the opportunity to meet and engage with other Survivors, share their stories, and integrate grief as part of their daily life. For more info, visit: www.namiwrv.org  Healing to the Max Holiday Grief Support Groups
The holiday season can be daunting when we are bereaved by a traumatic loss by suicide. Healing to The Max has scheduled extra sessions in their compassionate communities of support to help as you navigate this complex experience of grief before, during and after the holiday season. CONTACT: Jill Cowan at 306-955-7306 to register for a session and get the FREE ZOOM LINK. To find out more about all Healing to the Max has to offer, visit: https://healingtothemax.org/wp/  Life's Healing Choices Grief Groups Thanksgiving Meetings
Wednesday, Nov 23rd at 10:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET Thursday, Nov 24th at 10:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET The holidays can be a challenging season for those dealing with loss. If you or anyone you know could use a Grief & Loss meeting this week, please message the folks at Life's Healing Choices Grief Groups admin@lhchoices.com, and they will send out the zoom link. These Thanksgiving meetings are for anyone experiencing any grief and will be an opportunity to share and to listen. But mostly, they are a way to connect at a time that can feel isolating and disconnected. To find out more about Life's Healing Choices, visit www.lhchoices.com  Handling the Holidays Grief Support Gatherings
Sunday, November 20, 2022 2:00 PM - Covid Grief Support Gathering 4:00 PM - Anticipatory & Caregiving Grief Support Gathering 6:00 PM - Suicide Grief Support Gathering Grieving? Wondering how to handle the holidays? Join the folks at Faith and Grief Ministries for their virtual Handling the Holidays grief support gatherings on Sunday, November 20, 2022. They have special guests joining the gatherings for specific topics and to share their experiences with grief during the holidays. Please share and invite family and friends to join in these discussions. Each support gathering is offered at no cost to participants. RSVP at: https://www.faithandgrief.org/events/ 10/29/2022 Finding Your Way: A Heart-Centered Approach to Finding Hope and Healing After LossStarting Nov 8, 2022Read Now Finding Your Way: A Heart-Centered Approach to Finding Hope and Healing After Loss
Starting Nov 8th at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT If you have been struggling with your grief and feel hopeless and alone, the "Finding Your Way" program may be just what you need. "Finding Your Way: A Heart-Centered Approach to Finding Hope and Healing After Loss" is a new support program from Grief Refuge, starting Nov 8th at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT, for anyone dealing with grief from a death-related loss. Finding Your Way was created to help people who are lonely, lost, angry, or afraid and can help be a guide on the journey. Grief Refuge is putting together a community where everyone can grieve authentically and feel some healing. Navigating the uncharted emotional terrain of your grief can be overwhelming, especially when your friends and family cannot provide the support you need. Still, you shouldn't have to suffer or struggle alone. The rich educational content of the Finding Your Way program is carefully curated from credible sources to offer you the best of the best in terms of a whole-person, heart-centered approach to navigating grief and loss. This heart-centered approach involves embracing, experiencing, and expressing the feelings of grief in a way that fully addresses all aspects of your well-being— physically, emotionally, cognitively, spiritually, and socially. Built upon the work of Dr. Alan Wolfelt, each weekly module in the program expands upon crucial takeaways from his book, Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing in Your Heart. To learn more about this program or register at www.griefrefuge.com/finding-your-way  Grief Support Through the Holidays Group
Mondays, November 7 - 28 & December 12 -19, 2022, from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM The holiday season - filled with an expectation of merriment and deeply held traditions - can feel daunting for people grieving the death of a loved one. You don't have to navigate this season alone or unequipped. Grief Guide Consulting is hosting a group offering Grief Support Through the Holidays. All session will be held in person in Old Town, San Diego, California. Email group leader Wendy Kessler at griefguideconsulting@gmail.com, or call (858) 859-1728, if you'd like more info or to register for the this 6-week support group that begins on November 7th, 2022. Commitment to attend all 6 sessions is required. This is a closed group for people grieving the death of a loved one. Registration closes at five participants. The cost is $30 per session or $150/one time payment. (Not an affiliate.) Every session will include sharing, education, coping strategies, and group discussion. https://griefguideconsulting.com/  Survivors of Suicide Loss Groups - Kevin's Song
Kevin's Song is hosting both in-person and virtual Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Groups that offer peer-based, non-clinical support to help those impacted by suicide loss cope with their complex grief. The virtual meeting is on the first Wednesday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM EST. Contact Amanda@kevinssong.org to receive a Zoom link to join. The in-person group will met on the third Thursday of the month at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church (16 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236). For additional information email Amanda@kevinssong.org or call 313-236-7109.  OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center - Fall 2022 Children & Teens Grief Support Groups
OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center is offering Fall 2022 Children & Teens Grief Support Groups. The groups are available to children ages 4 1/2 to 18 years who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or someone close. OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center provides grieving children, teens, and adults the opportunity to experience the healing process in a safe, warm, and nurturing environment. No child should have to grieve alone. These groups meet in Woodland Hills, CA and Los Angeles, CA. Call 310-231-3189 or visit www.ourhouse-grief.org for more information or to register!  Survivors of Loved One's Suicide (SOLOS) - Spokane, Washington
Survivors of Loved One's Suicide (SOLOS) is a support group for adults and teens who have a loved one who died by suicide that meets at Opportunity Presbyterian Church in Spokane Valley, WA and at Hope Haven Counseling in Spokane, WA. The group is FREE and there is no commitment to come. Suicide loss is a form of traumatic grief, and this support group aims to provide support specific to the experience of a loved one who died by suicide. The group is facilitated by Hope Haven Counseling, PLLC - Heidi Ehrlich, MA, LMHC, NCC. For more details or to ask questions call or text 1-509-951-3713 or email hopehavencounseling@counselingsecure.com  Good Grief Peer Support Group
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM MST True North Yoga, 1512 N. 10th Street, Boise, Idaho Good Grief at True North Yoga is a peer support group that provides a safe and comfortable space for all inclusive discussions related to the journey of grief and loss. Join them for weekly topics, resources of all kinds and community support. The group meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM MST at True North Yoga (1512 N. 10th Street, Boise, Idaho), near Hyde Park. All grievers are welcome to join them and there is no charge to attend! To learn more, visit www.truenorthyoga.co/workshops/
Cloverdale Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Fall Grief Support Group
Fridays, September 30 - November 18, 2022 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM MST Cloverdale Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation in Boise, Idaho, is hosting their Fall Grief Support Group series on Fridays, September 30 - November 18, 2022, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM MST. Call 208-375-2212 or email wecare@cloverdalefuneralhome.com for more information or to register. We are proud to announce the beginning of our fall grief support. All are welcome. Please email or call for more information or to register.  Men's Only Grief Support Group
Healing to The Max is offering a special Healing Together Group beginning October. An evening of connection, support and sharing helpful healing strategies, designed for men, and facilitator-lead by men! Upcoming dates are, Tuesdays, October 4th, October 18th, & November 8th, 2022 at 7:00 PM Sask Time / 8:00 PM CST. There is no cost to participate and it's open to all types of survivors AGES 18+. This Group will meet on Zoom. Topics will be discussed around the unique experiences that male survivors of a traumatic loss by suicide face. Contact Jill Cowan at 1-306-955-7306 for more information and to secure your space in this compassionate community! https://healingtothemax.org/wp/  The Compassionate Friends, Great Boise Area Chapter
The Compassionate Friends is an emotional support group for those suffering from child loss. Parents, grandparents and siblings (age 12 and above) are all welcome. They are a self-help group and all of their leaders are bereaved parents. They are a non-profit, non-denominational support group with no religious affiliation. The group meets inside the Meridian Senior Center at Julius M. Kleiner Park in Meridian, Idaho at The Village, every 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM MST. Next Meeting: June 9, 2022 at 7:00 PM MDT. Check out the Live Series of YouTube videos with Co-Chapter Leaders, Kristina & Steffanie. They recently started a blogcast called Sunflowers & Red Feathers as well. Watch the YouTube videos or read the blog here. They are active on their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/TCFSouthernIdaho and on their Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/634712763985467 http://www.tcfboise.org Chapter Leader: Kristina Cunningham, thecompassionatefriendsboise@gmail.co  Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group - Boise, Idaho
2nd Thursday of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 PM MDT 717 N. 11th Street, Boise, Idaho 83702 The group meets continuously throughout the year at First United Methodist Church (Cathedral of the Rockies), in the Bishop's Lounge at 717 N. 11th Street, Boise, Idaho 83702. Meetings are held in person on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 PM MST. Next meeting is on June 9, 2022. Group Facilitators: Kirby or Susan Orme, (208) 342-2139, kirby_orme@yahoo.com  The Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN) of Benewah County Grief Group
Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 10 AM MT The Suicide Prevention Action Network (SPAN) of Benewah County is hosting a grief support group meeting with guest speaker, Ron Hodge. Ron brings many years of experience and a passion to help other understand and overcome grief. He offers tools and support to guide survivors through grief to a place of hope and inspiration. The group is open to all forms of grief. Join them on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 10 AM MT at the the Jon Denny Building on the Benewah County Fairgrounds in St. Maries, Idaho. To register and secure your spot email spanbenewah@gmail.com  Faith & Grief Ministries Online Support Gatherings
During this time of Covid-19 recommendations, Faith & Grief Ministries is offering support gatherings on various days of the month. Here are the dates for the upcoming online and in-person grief support gatherings: Tuesday, March 1, 2022 @ Noon Central Time (In-Person, Kansas City, KS/MO area) Tuesday, March 8, 2022 @ 6:30 pm Central Time (In-Person, Retreat House, Richardson, TX) Wednesday, March 9, 2022 @ 1:00 pm Central Time (In-Person, St Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plano, TX) Saturday, March 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am Central Time (In-Person, Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, Irving, TX) Tuesday, March 15, 2022 @ Noon Central Time (In-Person, Second Presbyterian Church, Little Rock, AR) Wednesday, March 16, 2022 @ 11:00 am Eastern Time (In-Person, Christian Health, Wyckoff, NJ) Thursday, March 17, 2022 @ Noon Central Time (Online via Zoom) Sponsored by Richardson/Dallas, TX area churches Thursday, March 17, 2022 @ 6:30 pm Central Time (Online via Zoom) Sponsored by Faith Presbyterian Hospice Thursday, March 17, 2022 @ 5:30 pm Pacific Time (In-Person, First Phoenix Presbyterian Church, Phoenix, OR) 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/  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/  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. |
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