FOR ANYONE GRIEVING THE DEATH OF THEIR SPOUSE OR LIFE PARTNER. During this group we will be discuss our grief journeys, changes, struggles, and impacts, after the death of a partner.

As a general outline, we will be using, “I Wasn’t Ready to Say Goodbye”, by Brook Noel & Pamela Blair, PhD.

Some of our discussion will include:

What is Grief?

The Emotions of Grief

Common Grief Reactions

Grief and Depression

Things to Think About on my Grief Journey

FOR ANYONE INTERESTED IN DISCUSSING THEIR JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF. The impact of death has a way of emerging at unexpected times and places, regardless of how or whether we dealt with it originally. If you have ever wondered how/why we struggle with death, this group is for you.

As a general outline, we will be using, “Understanding Grief” by Alan Wolfelt, PH.D.

Some of our discussion will include:

Dispelling Misconceptions About Grief

Exploring Your Feelings of Loss

Recognize You’re Not Crazy

Reaching Out for Help

Appreciating Transformation

FOR ANYONE EXPERIENCING AN UNEXPECTED DEATH SUCH AS SUICIDE, OVERDOSE, ACCIDENTS, OR MURDER.

Death and suicide are on the rise locally and nationally. Traumatic and/or unexpected death can leave us feeling alone, confused, guilty, and angry. We often feel like we are in an isolated fog, unable to relate or respond to our families and friends. Regardless of how long you have been grieving, talking about your grief journey allows you an opportunity to sort through some of your feelings and questions.

As a general outline, we will be using, “Grief Works”, by Donna Reutzel Underwood, “Beyond Surviving”, by Iris M. Bolton, “Silent Grief”, by Christopher Lukas and Henry Seiden, and resources by the American Association of Suicidolgy.

Some of our discussion will include:

Why?

The Crazy Things People Say

Determinants of Grief

Responding to Life

Help!

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A GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS OF LOVED ONES DEALING LONG TERM ILLNESSES SUCH AS ALZHEIMER’S, DEMENTIA, PARKINSON’S, STROKE, ALS, AND LEWY-BODY.

Caring for a loved one for months or years, is physically and emotionally draining. Discussing coping methods and skills with others can provide long-term support for your journey. We will also share ideas for supporting our loved ones as they prepare for the end of their life.

As a general outline, we will be using, “Smiling Through Your Tears”, by Harriet Hodgson BS, & Lois Krahm, MD.

Part of our discussion will include:

The Paradox of Two Deaths

Myths and Facts

Life Changes

Responses to Early Grief

Getting Things in Order

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Are you caring for a loved one who is ill? We will be discussing many of the issues confronting long-term caregivers such as:

Building a team

Starting a conversation about the future

Communicating with families, agencies and professionals

Dealing with troubling behaviors

THIS GROUP (FOR ADULTS ONLY) WILL DISCUSS HOW TO TALK WITH CHILDREN OF ALL AGES ABOUT DEATH.

We, as a culture, are often reluctant or confused about how our children are dealing with death. The death of a friend or loved one impacts children and teens in many ways. This group will provide opportunities to discuss how death is dealt with by various age groups, and methods for embracing and teaching our children about death.

As a general outline, we will be using, “What’s Your Grief?” by Eleanor Haley MS, and Litsa Williams MA, LCSW-C. “When Families Grieve”, by Sesame Street WorkShop.

Part of our discussion will include:

Children and Conflicts Around Death

Helping Children with Loss

When Life Doesn’t Turn Out as You Planned

What to Expect When Your Child/Teen is Grieving

Comprehensive Tips for Talking About Death

THIS GROUP WILL FOCUS ON EXPRESSING OUR GRIEF THROUGH JOURNALING, DRAWING, MANDELAS, AND MEDITATION.

Working through our grief journey can take many forms. If you are interested in giving artistic expression to your grief, this group is for you. We will share feelings and discussions, by using creative outlets for processing our journey.

As a general outline, we will be using, “How To Carry What Can’t Be Fixed”, by Megan Devine.

Some of our discussion will include:

Writing Rules for Survival

What I Want and Don’t Want

Things to Do With Anger

A Griever’s Bill of Rights

Treasured Memories- Making a Memory Box

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN AN OPPORTUNITY TO DISCUSS GRIEF TOPICS AND LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GROUPS?

This group allows you to visit and see the types of groups we have while we cover individual grief topics. You may attend the DROP-IN group twice (FREE) before registering. This is a casual setting, and a place to ask questions, review topics, share your journey and get to know us.

Some Discussion Topics:

What Is Grief?

Why Do We Cry?

Grief and Depression

The Crazy Things People Say & Do

Stages of Grief

Changing Perspective