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Idaho EVENTS

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Ancora Health Services Grief Support Group
New group members accepted through July 15th!
Tuesdays, July 1 – September 2, 2025, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Both Ancora Offices: 660 E Franklin Rd, Ste 140, Meridian, ID 83642 & 401 N. Whitley Dr., Fruitland, Idaho, ID 83619
If you are local to the Idaho Treasure Valley area, you are invited to this FREE 10-week grief support
group hosted by Ancora Health Services for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. 

Let support meet you where you are. You are not alone.

What to expect: Compassionate support from others who get it 
Education about the grief process
Healthy coping strategies
Gentle activities to help process your emotions


RSVP to Roni at 208-452-2672
Learn more or sign up at: https://ancoracares.com
Because Kids Grieve: Journeying with Mourning Children & Teens Grief Support Group
Meridian Library Orchard Park Branch (1268 W Orchard Park Dr, Meridian, ID 83646)
June 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM MST
Do you know a child or teen (ages 6-17) who has lost someone close to them? Let them know they don’t have
to grieve alone. 
Join Because Kids Grieve (Boise area = Southeastern) for the 1st meet-up of their grief support
group for children and teens in Meridian, Idaho. This safe and caring space is designed to help young people
​process their grief, connect with others who understand, and find healing through community.

BONUS: They are kicking things off with an ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR!
Register today at www.becausekidsgrieve.org
RSVP & Details: Facebook Event
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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
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
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
2025 Dates: July 9th, ​August 13th, September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, December 10th
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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Fall Bereavement Conference - Because Kids Grieve
Because Kids Grieve's the 11th Annual Fall Bereavement Conference will be held in September 2025.
More information will be coming soon.
Learn more at: 
https://becausekidsgrieve.org/2024-fall-bereavement-conference/
Finding Light After Loss: A Grief Retreat for Women
August 14–18, 2025 in Ashton, Idaho
Hosted by Grief Coach Jacey Keller (@rebuildyourlife.griefcoach)
Grief has the power to break us open—and with gentleness, time, and the right support, it can also
become the doorway to deep healing and growth. Finding Light After Loss is a heart-centered grief retreat for women, held in the serene beauty of Ashton, Idaho. It’s designed as a sanctuary for those carrying the weight
of loss and longing for a space to breathe, grieve, rest, and begin to rebuild. Led by life and grief coach Jacey Keller, who has walked her own journey through loss, this retreat is open to women of all ages and life stages.
All losses, of all ages, are welcome.

What You’ll Experience:

Grief Circles & Coaching – Speak your truth or simply be witnessed
Workshops – Tools for navigating life after loss, at your own pace
Nature & Movement – Hiking, kayaking, swimming, stillness
Meditation & Mindfulness – Calm your mind and regulate your emotions
Remembrance Rituals – Honor your loved one in meaningful ways
Group & Individual Support – Community and personalized guidance
Nourishing Meals & Lakeside Lodging – Surrounded by healing beauty

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Lodging & Pricing: Private Suite (King bed + private bath): $3,000,
Shared Bunk Room: $1,300. Day Pass (no lodging): $800

All losses of all ages are welcome. You are not alone. You are not broken. And your healing matters.
Women only. Held in a private, peaceful space where your grief is honored and your healing
​journey is supported.

Reserve Your Spot: https://forms.gle/cuxJKiqSQ4t8pxZW8
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/3617342355238929
Questions or special requests? Email Jacey: [email protected]
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Good Grief Peer Support Group

Every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM MST
Eagle Senior Center - 312 E. State St. Eagle, Idaho
Next Meetings: June 26, 2025

Every 1st & 3rd of the month Saturday from 4:00–5:00 PM MST
​PEER Wellness Center - 7091 W. Emerald St., Boise, Idaho
Next Meetings: June 7 & 21, 2025


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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Good Grief Boise - Navigating Triggers in Grief & Loss
Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
PEER Wellness Center - 7091 W. Emerald St., Boise, ID
Hosted by Good Grief Boise, the workshop Navigating Triggers in Grief & Loss is designed to help individuals navigate the often unexpected and difficult emotions that arise when reminders of loss surface. Whether your
loss is recent or it's been some time, feelings of fear, resentment, guilt, and remorse can emerge without warning.
This supportive group setting offers a safe space to explore these triggers and gain practical tools to manage
them effectively. Participants will learn ways to reframe these challenging moments, reclaim their peace, and
find a path forward with greater ease and understanding.

To learn more, email the facilitators at [email protected]
Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, starting January 16, 2025, from 5:00 - 6:00 PM MST
Totius Therapies, 211 E Logan St., #201, Caldwell, ID 83605
Totius Therapies invites anyone 18+ who is navigating the loss of a loved one to join their
Free Grief Support Group. This 12-week, ​closed-group experience is a safe and supportive space to
process grief, connect with peers, and find resources for ongoing healing. 
You’ll Gain: supportive
​peer connections, g
rief and loss psychoeducation, and resources for continued support. 
Take the first step toward healing. You don’t have to go through this alone!
Email: [email protected] or Call: (208) 454-1480 for details or to sign up.
https://www.totiustherapies.com/
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Infertility Therapy Group 
Wellness Partners, LLC, 1317 W. Jefferson, Boise, ID 83702
Starting Monday, October 28, 2024,  Wellness Partners is offering a supportive, ongoing therapy group for those
​impacted by infertility. ​Led by Dr. Crista Moore Murray, PsyD, LCPC, and counseling intern Nicole Jund, B.S.,
this group meets Mondays at 12:00 PM MST to provide a compassionate space to share experiences,
find understanding, and support each other’s journeys. The cost is $25 per session. 
Ready to join? Visit www.wellnesspartnerspllc.com or call 1-208-900-8080 to sign up.
Panhandle Health District - Suicide Loss Survivor Support Group
Every First Wednesday of the Month From 6:00 - 8:00 PM MST
8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden, Idaho
If you live near Haydon, Idaho, and have experienced a loss due to suicide, you are welcome to
attend the Panhandle Health District's Suicide Loss Survivor. Support Group in person to find compassionate
peer-to-peer support. A virtual option is available for those outside of the area.
The next meeting is on July 2, 2025.
All are welcome to attend.
Call 208-415-5285 or email [email protected] with any questions.
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Pink and Blue Fun Run
Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT
Lakeview Park - 1304 7th Street North, Nampa, Idaho, 83687
The 9th Annual Pink and Blue Fun Run to support David's Hope Pregnancy and Infant Loss Ministry is
coming up on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT at Lakeview Park. 
Come dressed in
creative pink and blue, and them in commemorating the lives of babies gone too soon.
The event will benefit David's Hope Pregnancy Loss Ministry, a non-profit organization based in Nampa, Idaho, that helps families cope with pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, and early infant death. There will be plenty of fun for the whole family as well as prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, a drawing for all participants, and a prize for the
very best pink and blue spirit! There will also be raffles, face painting, vendors, and fun for the whole family!

Registration runs starts April 1st for $25. Late Registration available for $30.
Register at www.pinkandbluerun.com
6th Annual Be The Light Walk-Run-Remember
Save-the-Date: September 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM MST
SPAN of Benewah County's 6th Annual 'Be The Light' Walk-Run-Remember
Elks Lodge in St. Maries, Idaho
More Info Coming Soon!

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SPAN of Benewah County Grief Support Group 
Every 3rd Thursday of each month
Next Meeting: Thursday, June 19, 2025, 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!
To learn more visit www.SPANBenewah.org or email: [email protected]

General Events

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, June 30, 2025.
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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GrieveWell Young Adult Meetup Group
GrieveWell Young Adult Meetup Group
Are you grieving or do you know someone in grief between the ages of 18 and 25?
Please urge them to sign-up today for an online meetup designed to help young grievers
find each other and bond over varying activities such as Jackbox games.

Young grievers can connect with each other by signing up at www.grievewell.com/calendar 
*Meetups are not group therapy or counseling: sessions are facilitated by a young adult GrieveWell volunteer.*
How to Navigate the Death of an Employee with Your Team Webinar
June 26, 2025, from 8:00–9:15 AM PT, Online 
1 SHRM-CP/SCP & HRCI Credit Available
HR Professionals, Leaders & Managers — Are you prepared to support your team through the loss of a colleague? Join Dr. Jennifer R. Levin, founder of Traumatic Grief Solutions, and the All Things HR team for
a FREE webinar designed to help you navigate the sensitive and challenging experience of an employee’s
death in the workplace: How to Navigate the Death of an Employee with Your Team. 
This is an essential
training for anyone managing teams in today’s workplace. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the tools
​you need to lead with compassion and confidence in times of loss.

What you’ll learn: 
How to notify your staff with care and professionalism
Support services to have in place before the announcement
What to say — and how to say it
Common grief reactions to prepare for
Ways to support the employee’s family & work friends
When and how to provide grief counseling


Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5181879993654580318​
How to Navigate the Death of an Employee with Your Team Webinar June 26, 2025, from 8:00-9:15 AM PT, Online
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
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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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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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