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Idaho EVENTS

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Best Chance Counseling PLLC Presents: Virtual Grief Support Group
When: Wednesdays at 12:00 PM, Starting October 1, 2025
Length: 60 minutes Cost: $30 per session
A compassionate, welcoming space to: 
- Understand grief and the healing journey
- Share your story in a safe community
- Receive and offer meaningful support
- Learn how to gently hold space for your loved one
- Explore ways to keep living while honoring your loss

For information and to register, contact Christy Long.
Call 208-258-5460, or email 
[email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity for connection, healing, and hope.
​You don’t have to walk this road alone. 
Boise Hive Survivors of Suicide (S.O.S.) Group
1st Tuesday of the month from 6:15 - 8:00 PM MST 
The Boise Hive at 3907 W Custer Drive, Boise, Idaho 83705

​The Boise Hive is excited to launch its Survivors of Suicide (S.O.S.) group. This group will focus on
helping those who have lost a loved one to suicide find support, closure, and peace. 

If you have lost someone to suicide, join them on the 1st Tuesday of each month,
​from ​6:15 - 8:00 PM MST, ​to see what it's all about.

For additional information, email [email protected] or visit www.boisehive.org
Boise Hive Survivors of Suicide (S.O.S.) Group Starting on August 15, 2023, from 6:15 - 8:00 PM MST  The Boise Hive at 3907 W Custer Drive, Boise, Idaho 83705
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End-of-Life Doulas of Idaho
2nd Wednesday every month from 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Alsip & Persons Funeral Chapel, 404 10th Avenue S., Nampa, ID 83651
Next 2026 Dates: January 14, 2026
Living and Dying are two sides of the same coin, you can't have one without the other.
The End-of-Life Doulas of Idaho have created a free monthly meeting for the community to find support, education and connections. We are all students of life, continuously learning to live with Death,
Dying and Grief. Spend some time with them in-person at our monthly Living with Death events. 
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https://www.eoldoulasid.org/
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Good Grief Peer Support Group
Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM MST
​PEER Wellness Center - New Location: 8515 W. Overland Rd., Boise, Idaho
Next Meeting: February 12 & 26, 2026
Good Grief 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. 

All grievers are welcome to ​join them and there is no charge to attend! 
​
Contact the group facilitators Angelina ​and Amanda via email with inquiries: [email protected]
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​Growth After Grief Group
Wednesday nights, January 14 - March 4, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 PM MST
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MUSE Building, 1317 W Jefferson St, Boise, ID 83702
Growth After Grief is a supportive counseling group for adults in the Boise, Idaho area navigating loss and change Join Wellness Partners in downtown Boise on Wednesday nights. The cost is $25 per session or $175 for all 8 weeks. Guided by Gretchen Arguedas, LPC, this 8-week group offers a safe, compassionate space to:
- Explore healing through journaling
- Connect with nature using eco-therapy practices
- Discover yourself through creative expression
Together, participants will find connection, reflection, and tools to honor
their grief while fostering​growth and renewal. 
Limited spots available --
don’t wait to join this journey of healing!

To Register or Learn More Call (208) 900-8080 or Email [email protected]
www.wellnesspartnerspllc.com
🐝Kind Hive Support Groups 🐝
124 3rd Street South, Nampa, Idaho - Next to The Coffee Cup Cafe & Blazin’ Burgers
 2026 Donation Based Group Options:
💛 Grief Group — 1st Saturdays from 3–5 PM
💚 Emotion Group — 3rd Thursdays from 7–9 PM
🤍 Trauma Group — 4th Fridays from 5–7 PM
If you’ve been craving a safe place to slow down, feel what you feel, and be around people who truly get it.
The For You Network, Inc. is here for you with the Kind Hive support groups.
 This group is a gentle space to breathe, share (or just listen), and find support in community.
Come as you are. No pressure to “say the right thing.” Just a supportive space to show up and be human.
Kind Hive Nampa is cozy little space and the new home for KYMfest + Kind Your Mind/For You Network, Inc. headquarters. This is a warm, community-centered space created for connection, healing, and hope.
Kind Hive Nampa will be a permanent, donation-based space for support groups—created as a safe,
​neutral place to share stories, feel supported, and remember you’re not alone. 
If you’ve been needing community, connection, or a space to breathe…this is for you. 

https://www.facebook.com/kindyourmind
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Panhandle Health District - Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
Thursdays, Starting February 12, 2026, at 6:00 PM MT
1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814
North Idaho College: DeArmond Building, Room 106

If you live in Northern, Idaho, and have experienced a loss due to suicide, you are welcome to
attend the Panhandle Health District's Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group in person to find
compassionate peer-to-peer support. A virtual option is available for those outside of the area.

All are welcome to attend.
Email [email protected] with any questions.

https://panhandlehealthdistrict.org/
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Potter Funeral Chapel Grief Support Group 2nd Wednesday of Every Month from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM MT Next meeting: January 14, 2026 Potter Funeral Chapel -- 228 E Main St., Emmett, ID 83617
Potter Funeral Chapel Grief Support Group
2nd Wednesday of Every Month from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM MT
Next meeting: February 11, 2026
Potter Funeral Chapel — 228 E Main St., Emmett, ID 83617
If you or someone you know is grieving the loss of a loved one, you don’t have to walk that road alone.
Potter Funeral Chapel is hosting Emmett’s first FREE monthly grief support group, created to offer
connection, understanding, and a compassionate space for healing. 
Adults who have experienced
the death of a loved one are welcome to attend— whether recent or years ago.
No hospice or funeral affiliation required. All are welcome.

Topics rotate monthly based on group needs, including:
January: Spirituality & Grief
February: Gratitude in Grief
March: Rituals & Memorials
April: Finding Our Way
May: Bill of Rights
June: Exploring Secondary Loss
Whether you want to talk, listen, learn, or simply sit with others who understand, you’ll be met with care.
If this season feels heavy, tender, or overwhelming, you don’t have to carry it alone. Support is here for you. 

Call Liz for more info at 208-452-2672 or visit www.potterchapel.com 
Related New Story: www.tinyurl.com/EmmettGriefGroup
SPAN of Benewah County Grief Support Group 
Every 3rd Thursday of each month
Next Meeting: Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:00 PM MT
St. Maries Fire Protection District Station 1, 308 Jefferson Ave., St. Maries, ID 83861

"Trust in time that your Spring will come. That you, too, will begin to thaw. That in time you can and you will
push through the bitter heaviness of grief. You will bloom once again, new and different. You will begin to
grow towards the sun and find respite and healing in its warmth."
- Jennifer Stern, LISW (transformativegrief.com)


Whatever season of grief you find yourself in, please accept this invitation to gather with others for support
and to support others. ​Consider making time for grief into your schedule. While grief cannot be anticipated or
​scheduled, being prepared for its occurrence can be helpful. This group is open to all forms of grief and loss!

December can be a tender and difficult month for many people. SPAN of Benewah County invites you to join them for a gentle gathering of community and care—a space to pause, breathe, and be together while honoring the light that remains within us and around us, even in times of darkness. For this month’s gathering, participants are invited to bring a photo of their loved one to share with the group.
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To learn more visit www.SPANBenewah.org or email: [email protected]
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Treasure Wellness Counseling and Training Center Grief & Loss Support Group Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 PM​ MST 2 Locations: 3006 E. Goldstone Dr., Meridian, Idaho 83642 & 320 11th Ave S., Suite 204, Nampa, Idaho 83651
Treasure Wellness Counseling and Training Center Grief & Loss Support Group
Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 PM​ MST
2 Locations: 3006 E. Goldstone Dr., Meridian, Idaho 83642 & 320 11th Ave S., Suite 204, Nampa, Idaho 83651

In this group you can share with others who are struggling.  You will be supported in activities which
help you reflect on your grief.  You will have the 
opportunity to learn techniques to help cope with
the feelings which accompany the loss. You will be encouraged to discuss feelings and learn effective

ways to express your loss. This is an open group with walk-ins welcome. If it is a holiday,
please call 208-515-7661 to confirm that the group is being held 
that day.  They do not charge a fee
to participate in this group.  Donations are accepted and appreciated, however are NOT required. 

https://treasurewellness.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TreasureWellness/

[email protected]

General Events

Call for Research Participants: Grieving Deaths by Suicide
Call for Research Participants: Grieving Deaths by Suicide 
If you’ve lost a loved one to suicide between 2015 and the present, a new study would
value your voice. Researchers are conducting confidential 
Zoom interviews to better understand
the experiences and needs of suicide-loss survivors.


Who can participate?
• Adults (18+) living in the United States
• Loss of a spouse/partner, parent, child, sibling, other relative, or friend to suicide
• Especially seeking folks who 
self-identify as people of color and/or have not
participated in grief counseling/therapy


As a thank-you, the first 30 participants receive a $20 Amazon gift card.

Your story can help improve support for others walking this path. If you’re interested (or want to
​share with someone who might be), ​
email the Principal Investigator, Dr. Katherine Johnson,
at 
[email protected] 
to confirm eligibility and schedule an interview.
IRB: 2026.02 (approved study) 

Please share or save this post to help spread the word.

If you need support right now, call/text 988 (US) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
The Aftermath Conference - Homicide Survivors 
Save the dates September 11–13, 2026!
Gig Harbor, WA
A brand-new national event for those impacted by homicide is coming in 2026. The Aftermath Conference
will take place September 11–12, 2026, in Washington State. The Far North Retreats is proud to serve on the
steering committee, helping to bring this important gathering to life. Thanks to them for spreading the word about
this powerful new space for connection, healing, and support. 
We’ll be sharing more details as they become
available — including how to register — so stay tuned! 
In the meantime, follow @aftermath_conference for updates and reach out to 
[email protected]
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2026 Annual Symposium on Children’s Grief June 15-17, 2026
2026 Annual Symposium on Children’s Grief
June 15–17, 2026
San Antonio, Texas

The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is hosting its 29th Annual National Symposium on Children’s Grief, June 15–17, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. This meaningful event brings together grief support professionals, clinicians, educators, and advocates from across the country to learn, collaborate, and strengthen support
​for children and teens navigating loss. 
Participants will explore current research, practical tools, and compassionate approaches to care through workshops, discussions, and networking opportunities.  
Early bird registration is available through February 13, 2026.

Learn more and register at: www.nacg.org/symposium 
BRAVEher 2026: Story in Bloom - 7th Annual Bereaved Mothers Conference, Bereaved Together -- Braving Grief & Healing Together, May 2-3, 2026
BRAVEher 2026: Story in Bloom - 7th Annual Bereaved Mothers Conference
💗 Bereaved Together — Braving Grief & Healing Together💗
May 2–3, 2026
Registration is officially open for the BRAVEher 2026: Story in Bloom - 7th Annual Bereaved Mothers Conference, hosted by Bereaved Together.
Taking place May 2–3, 2026, this sacred weekend was created for bereaved mothers walking the tender path of love and loss. The conference will
be held on May 2nd at Fox River Christian Church North in Waukesha, WI, and on May 3rd at Terrace 167 in Richfield, WI, offering space across two days
for comfort, connection, remembrance, and gentle healing in community. For the mom finding her footing again. For the mom whose grief is still raw.
​For the mom who simply needs space to breathe, rest, and be held in community.

Story in Bloom invites mothers to honor the pages of their lives — written in love, loss, and BRAVE becoming.
What to Expect: 🕊️ Comfort through worship, reflection, and remembrance
🤍 Connection with mothers who understand without needing words
🌿 Encouragement from faith-filled speakers, BRAVE storytellers, and gentle workshops

🌸 Pampering & peace through quiet spaces, care, and God’s presence woven throughout
🌼 Attend one day or both — each day stands on its own or flows together as a weekend of renewal and hope.
🌷If there’s a quiet nudge in your heart whispering, “I need this,” this is your invitation to say yes. Rest. Remember. Bloom again. 🌷
Learn more & register: www.bereavedtogether.org/braveher2026
Death Café  hosted by The Heartway   Last Monday of every month from 3:30 – 5:00 PM PT via Zoom
Death Café hosted by The Heartway 
 Last Monday of every month from 3:30 – 5:00 PM PT via Zoom 
The next meeting is Monday, February 23, 2026.
Explore the mysteries of death and transform perceptions about life's final transition at the
Heartway Death Café, a welcoming, open, and safe environment to discuss any thoughts or fears about life,
death, and beyond. Their objective is to foster an awareness of death that leads to a more fulfilling life!
Join them on the last Monday of every month from 3:30 – 5:00 PM PT via Zoom (courtesy of the SusiQ --
the nurturing home of Laguna Beach Seniors). The next meeting is Monday, July 29, 2024.  At their monthly
online discussion groups, attendees become more intimate with death and transform their fears around the
end-of-life transition. In a relaxed, open, and safe atmosphere, participants are invited to share any issues
or fears surrounding life and death. Please note that Death Café events are a discussion group rather than
a grief support or counseling session. Join facilitator Dr. Andrea Deerheart, Founder of The HeartWay,
​for a thought-provoking and inspiring discussion. Everyone is welcome! 
The FREE monthly Death Café features:
- A relaxed, open, and safe atmosphere where attendees are invited to share issues surrounding life and death
- A focus on increasing awareness of death to help participants and their loved ones make the most of finite lives
- A respectful, and confidential space, with no agenda— there is never any intention to lead people toward
​a conclusion, product, or course of action

​Find out more and register at www.theheartway.org/death-cafe 
Endicott College Grief Study
If you've experienced a loss and are feeling the weight of grief in your everyday life,
researchers want to hear from you. 
Endicott College is conducting a study to better
understand how to support those navigating grief from a behavioral perspective.

Study Eligibility Criteria:
- 18 years or older
- Vocal fluency in English
- Experienced the loss of a loved one at least 6 months before enrolling
- Currently experiencing disruption or emotional dysregulation in daily life
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Your participation could help shape future grief support!
If you're interested, contact Cristin Shanahan at
[email protected] or scan the QR code in the image.
This study was approved by Endicott College's Institutional Review Board IRB #2210049-3
Endicott College Grief Study
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​Faith & Grief Ministries Online Support Gatherings
Faith & Grief Ministries is offering support gatherings on various days of the month. 
They will be posting updates on ​their website and Facebook page. You can also join their 
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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 Workshops
Faith & Grief Ministries workshops are led by grief support experts who have experienced grief themselves and really “get grief.” The workshops are for anyone who is grieving the death of a loved one. Each
workshop session explores ​sacred stories related to grief, the nature of grief, and sharing stories in small group discussions. Spiritual practices are introduced in each workshop session and are designed to
​promote comfort in grief. ​​The multi-session workshops are hosted online and when possible, in-person.

https://www.faithandgrief.org/griefworkshop/
5th Annual Construction Mental Health Summit
Portland, Oregon - February 23-26, 2026
The 5th Annual Construction Mental Health Summit will be held in Portland, Oregon,
from February 23–26, 2026. Originally launched in 2022 as the Construction Working
Minds Summit, this event has become a nationally recognized gathering of construction
industry professionals, mental health advocates, and suicide prevention leaders from across
the country. In celebration of its 5th anniversary, the Summit is unveiling a new name and
logo to reflect its forward-looking vision. The theme for 2026, “A Movement from Surviving
​to Thriving,”
highlights a collective effort to build community, reduce stigma, and support
mental health, addiction recovery, and overall ​wellbeing within the construction industry.
Registration is expected to open in Fall 2025.
Meanwhile, check out: www.ConstructionWorkingMinds.org
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Grief & Growth: A Virtual Workshop Series
 “Should I talk about it?” - “I miss them.” - “I feel numb.” There’s a workshop for that. And one for that too.
Grief & Growth: A Virtual Workshop Series is a psychoeducational series of live and on-demand Zoom workshops, hosted by SADOD designed to support individuals grieving the death of a loved one due to substance use. 
​
New topics added monthly. Attend live or watch anytime. Learn coping skills & connect with others.
FREE for Massachusetts residents: Use code MASS at checkout. Just $10/live workshop for others.
On-demand recordings are free for everyone.

Explore grief with others; you don’t have to do this alone.
Sign up now: bit.ly/grief-workshops 
Questions? Contact
[email protected]
Grief: Our Common Bond & It’s Long-Term Impacts - FREE Webinar
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 12:00–1:30 PM MT 
Free CEU opportunity
Aurora Behavioral Health is hosting a free CEU webinar for clinicians and helping professionals:
“Grief: Our Common Bond & It’s Long-Term Impacts.” Presented by Gigi Veasey, LCSW, LIAC, CCBT, this
training will introduce The Five Written Expressions of Grief®—a structured therapeutic approach designed
to help clients navigate complicated and unresolved grief with greater clarity and intention. 
Participants
will deepen their clinical understanding of grief and walk away with practical tools to better support
​clients, reduce isolation, rekindle hope, and foster authentic healing.

Register using the QR code on the flyer or at www.tinyurl.com/GriefOurCommonBond and reserve your spot today! 
Grief: Our Common Bond & It’s Long-Term Impacts - FREE Webinar Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 12:00-1:30 PM MT
Jonathan's Giving Tree - Life After Loss of a Child Support Group
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 or grandparent. 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://www.facebook.com/Jonathans-Giving-Tree-618093828699261/
https://jonathansgivingtree.org
Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief 
February 25, 2026
Save on registration for the 2026 Northwest Conference on Childhood Grief before the year ends.
Early bird pricing is available for a limited time for the 12th annual NWCCG. 
Join Safe Crossings
Foundation and Journey Grief Support Program on February 25, 2026, for a full day of learning,
connection, and practical insight for professionals supporting grieving children and teens. 
​
Early Bird Registration Now Open! Register by December 31, 2025, to receive early bird pricing.

Register today at https://safe-crossings-foundation.ce-go.com/nwccg2026
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Pet Loss Grief Support & Candle Ceremony
Mondays at 5:00 HST / 6:00 PM AKST / 7:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM MST / 9:00 PM CST / 10:00 EST
On Monday evenings all across the globe the folks at PetLoss.com, and guests, light candles in memory of our pets who have gone on over the Rainbow Bridge.
It is a very healing ritual with no adherence to any religion or creed, just a simple lighting of candles to bring us all together. While there is an online
ceremony in their chat room every Monday, the Candle Ceremony does not have to be done online. Each of us can light our candles in our own way, privately.
​If you would like light them at the same time with others you are welcome to join this weekly ceremony. 
https://petloss.com/
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Room for Grief hosted by Reimagine
Every third Thursday of the month, the Reimagine community opens its arms to those
navigating loss with the
Room for Grief sessions. Facilitated by dedicated volunteers,
these peer-led, drop-in gatherings are designed for anyone looking to learn about grief
or seeking support on their journey. 
Using art, creativity, and thoughtful prompts, these
sessions foster meaningful conversations and deep introspection. 
Created for adults
​across generations,
Room for Grief provides a safe space when it’s needed most. 
Learn more and register at 
https://tinyurl.com/HolidayRFG24​
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Suicide Research Symposium
The fifth annual Suicide Research Symposium will take place April 15–17, 2026 and will be held virtually at no cost.
This event brings together researchers, clinicians, advocates, and students from across disciplines who are committed to advancing suicide prevention and research.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Present recent research findings
- Stay informed on emerging developments in suicide research
- Support inclusive and equitable practices in suicide prevention
- Network, connect, and build community with professionals and researchers worldwide
The Suicide Research Symposium was created to expand access to suicide research and strengthen collaboration in prevention efforts.
By sharing knowledge and fostering dialogue, the symposium aims to support evidence-based approaches that save lives and improve care.
Learn more and register:
https://www.suicideresearchsymposium.com/
https://srs.societyconference.com/v2/
Contact: [email protected]
Wild Grief Virtual Hike Habit 
This monthly gathering is open to people of all ages.
Join them every second Saturday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST on Zoom.
The next Virtual Hike Habit will be on February 14, 2026.
To create space and time to be in nature—even when it’s not possible to physically gather together—Wild Grief created a virtual version of Hike Habit on every second Saturday. Meet with others for mutual support before and after you take a hike on your own, walk around your neighborhood, or spend time gazing at a tree. A trained grief facilitator will guide you through creative activities to help you engage with your grief and connect with others who have also experienced loss. Come together online for peer support and guided reflection, with time built in to step outside and connect with your grief.
To register, visit: tinyurl.com/WildGriefHikeHabit
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If you are thinking about hurting yourself or someone else, please contact 911 or the suicide hotline at 
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​For any type of crisis situation, you can text CONNECT to 741741 to chat with a Crisis Text Line counselor. 

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