Reaching out for help when grieving is NOT a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of strength and courage ...a willingness to learn, heal and grow through this experience.

Grief Support GROUP (6 weeks - 2 hrs per week)
Sessions are lead by at least one nurse with experience and knowledge about grief, and may be co-lead by a volunteer.  NOTE:  This is grief support,  not therapy.

• Groups will be offered in various locations across Oxford county, based on number of requests, and are FREE of charge.
• A minimum of 4 people are needed to run a group, (maximum 7 people)
• Pre-registration is required 
•  Everyone is required to meet with the program coordinator prior to being accepted into a group.
• If the person and/or the coordinator feels the group setting will not be a good fit, information will be provided to assist in finding other support or  grief therapy

Week One: We will Remember/ What is Grief?
Week Two: Common Clichés/ Dealing with Family & Friends
Week Three: Am I going Crazy? / Feelings
Week Four: Taking Care of yourself
Week Five: Reconciliation - Learning to Live with Your Losses
Week Six: Saying Goodbye

       Call Marlene (Hospice Care Coordinator):
       519-539-1231 ext 269
       1-888-641-5197
        email: Marlene Fewster

Follow-Up Grief Support 

• Follow-up support is offered on a 1:1 basis as part of the Hospice Volunteer  Services when a volunteer has an established relationship with the family prior to the death.
  
  Call Libby (Hospice Volunteer Services):
   519-539-1231 ext 227
  1-888-641-5197
  Email: Libby Harmer
  NOTE:  Referrals for professional grief counseling may be recommended.
  This  will be discussed and the options available anytime  you or your support person feels there may be a need.