Grief Support Groups
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Join a Weekly Facing the Mourning Group
An interactive support group designed to help with the grieving process by using visual and thought-provoking tools. During these four sessions, the participants share their story, build memorials, compose letters, write in journals and develop goals with milestones. Designed for all types of losses, individuals and family members.
Join a Monthly Grief Support Group
What is a 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 and attendance is not taken.
Groups at HeartLight are led by trained, peer facilitators. Facilitators will open group with agreed upon expectations and then participants are invited to introduce themselves and share as much, or as little, as feels comfortable. Some facilitators will offer a reading or prompt during group, but groups do not have a set topic, which allows participants to ask questions and talk about topics that are meaningful to them. We invite you to attend group when it feels best for you.
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.
*If you are a student or professional wanting to observe a group, please contact our Program Director prior to submitting a registration. to discuss: [email protected]
General Grief Group
Growing Through Grief
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 Southern.
NEW 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 starting February 2025.
Luminaria Remembrance
Tuesday, December 24th, time 10am-2pm
location: Gabaldon Mortuary
Join us for a special day of remembrance with Gabaldon Mortuary. Create luminaria bags to honor loved ones and connect with others in a warm, supportive community.
Comfort Food Dinner
in partnership with Bosque Trails
Next Dinner: Thursday, Jan 16 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. Special guest Monica Delgado Vargas, PhD and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Practitioner, will provide a brief demonstration of tapping and discuss how it can be helpful when in grief.
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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.
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Grief Resources
Our professional support network can connect you to the resources that will meet your needs.