Grief Support Groups
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Access all of the New Mexico and Virtual programs in one place.
HeartLight Center kindly requests that you register for in-person groups prior to attendance. Online registration will close 24-hours prior to group.
Please contact us at [email protected] with questions or for more information.
Join an Open Drop-In Grief Support Group
What is a Drop-In Support Group at HeartLight Center?
Anyone who has experienced a death-loss, and is at least of 18 years of age, is invited to attend an open support group at HeartLight Center. Open support groups allow participants to attend as often or as little as needed when fits best in your schedule. Often there is not a set agenda in the open and ongoing group meetings. There is a suggested donation of $15 for our drop-in groups.
*If you are a student or professional wanting to “observe” a group, please contact our Program Director prior to submitting a registration at [email protected]
The Grief Support Circle:
Open support for any death loss
An ongoing peer support and educational group for people who have experienced a death loss. Regardless of how long ago the death occurred, you are welcome to attend, helpful for those who are newly bereaved and/or new to our program.
Meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday at 6pm at UrbanMama505 Kombuchery.
Loss of Spouse/Partner
Support Group
An ongoing peer support and educational group for people who have experienced the death of a spouse, partner or significant other. Regardless of how long ago the death occurred, you are welcome to attend.
Meets monthly on the 1st Monday at 5:30pm at Daniel’s Wyoming.
Sudden & Traumatic Loss Support Group
An ongoing peer support and educational group for people who have experienced an unexpected, sudden, traumatic loss (including but not limited to accidental death, suicide, homicide, etc). Regardless of how long ago the death occurred, you are welcome to attend.
Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday at 5:30pm at Daniel’s Carlisle.
Loss of a Child
Support Group
A welcoming peer support group for parents, grandparents, and caregivers (18+) grieving the death loss of a child at any age and for any reason. Together, we explore the grief process, share stories, and discuss ways to navigate life after loss. Participants are invited to bring a photo or meaningful item to share. Meets monthly on the first Tuesday at Daniel’s Carlisle.
Family Caregiver Support Circle
This group is a welcoming space for those providing full-time or part-time care to a family member or close friend. This circle offers support for navigating medical systems, decision-making, and the emotional weight of caregiving through sharing experiences, coping strategies, and connection. We welcome caregivers both before and after their death loss at any point in the caregiving journey. Meets monthly on the second Monday at Daniels Strong-Thorne starting May 2025.
Comfort Food Dinner
in partnership with Bosque Trails
Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm
Location: Bosque Trails Hospice
Come to a cozy environment and leave the dishes and worries about cooking at home. We will serve comforting food and create a space for sharing experiences, meals, and beverages. This gathering is open to all adults (18+) who have experienced the loss of a loved one – regardless of the circumstances or relationship – or are navigating serious illness and anticipatory grief. While bringing a dish is not required or expected, you are welcome to contribute if it feeds your wellbeing. Through the act of sharing a meal, we aim to nourish both our bodies and hearts with mutual support. In partnership with Bosque Trails Hospice.
Meet Genna!
HeartLight Center is honored to offer in person and virtual programs in New Mexico. Genna Reeves is the Community Liaison for you, and her expertise lies in grief support, end-of-life planning, funeral planning, and the creation of legacy projects. She trained with David Kessler and is a Certified Grief Educator.
You can connect with her directly by email at [email protected].
Not Seeing What You Are Looking For?
As we continue to grow our programming, we want to hear about what you are looking for. If you have a specific request, any questions or would like more information, please contact us, or fill out the form below.
Programming Interest Form - New Mexico
Grief Resources
Our professional support network can connect you to the resources that will meet your needs.