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Grief Support

Classes, Workshops, & Support Groups

If you are interested in joining any of our workshops or on-going grief support groups, please contact us for current dates, times, and locations. Call 616.719.0919 or email EHBereavement@emmanuelhospice.org. RSVPs welcome up until the day of the event unless otherwise stated.

Spring Event – Creative Coping Grief Workshop 

Limited Spaces Available. RSVPs required. 
Join us for this free workshop that supports the healing process in creative ways. You can expect a guided activity using beach glass art specifically designed to support the grief process. No prior art experience is necessary, and we will guide you through each step. For questions, contact 616.719.0919 and ask for Grief Support, or email EHBereavement@emmanuelhospice.org

April 25, 2024; 6:00 – 8:00p
Location: Emmanuel Hospice – 401 Hall St. SW, Suite 263 Grand Rapids, MI 49503

 

What Does Normal Grief Look Like?

While every person’s grief journey is unique, there are common signs and symptoms that many of us will experience. You are not alone!

March 8, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Heather Hills – 1055 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

March 18, 2024; 1:00 – 2:00p
Location: Senior Neighbors – 1470 3 Mile Rd. NW Walker, MI 49544

March 20, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Town Square Room at Sunset Senior Community – 725 Baldwin St. #7945, Georgetown Twp, MI 4942

Anxiety After Loss 

It’s normal to experience feelings of uncertainty and anxiousness in the grief process. Learn tools for coping and relate to others who know what you’re going through.

April 3, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: 
Village Center Library at Porter Hills –3600 Fulton St. E Grand Rapids, MI 49546

May 20, 2024; 1:00 – 2:00p
Location: Senior Neighbors – 1470 3 Mile Rd. NW Walker, MI 49544

Woulda, Coulda, Shouldas

March 6, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Village Center Library at Porter Hills –3600 Fulton St. E Grand Rapids, MI 49546

April 15, 2024; 1:00 – 2:00p
Location: Senior Neighbors – 1470 3 Mile Rd. NW Walker, MI 49544

May 1, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Village Center Library at Porter Hills –3600 Fulton St. E Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Love, Loneliness, and Grief

Find support with others whom have experienced loss. 

April 12, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Heather Hills – 1055 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

May 15, 2024; 2:00 – 3:00p
Location: Town Square Room at Sunset Senior Community – 725 Baldwin St. #7945, Georgetown Twp, MI 49428

Our care does not end when a loved one has passed. We continue to support the family for at least 13 months following their loss by serving as a caring and reassuring presence through counseling, education, and referrals to community resources.

We make personal calls, lead support groups and workshops, and share inspirational materials that give comfort and encouragement. When the need is great, we even connect with families and caregivers through personal visits.

Our services are open to anyone in the community. If you have suffered a loss and are seeking grief support, we are here to help. Please contact our Grief Support Team at EHBereavement@emmanuelhospice.org or call 616.719.0919

Emmanuel Hospice also provides facilitation of grief support groups on-site at your organization.
For more information or to request suppport group programming facilitated by our specially trained staff, please fill out the form below or call 616.719.0919.