Grief & Loss Support
1) Grief in Isolation Webinar presented by CMHA Oxford (45 mins)
https://www.facebook.com/CMHAOxford/videos/277342073301566/?__tn__=H-R
CMHA Oxford's Christine Hillis, MSW, RSW, shares research and resources around experiencing grief in isolation. We are all feeling loss on some level. This can include the loss of a loved one, or employment, or the cancellation or postponement of large and significant celebrations such as weddings, concerts, or graduations.
2) Living with Loss Virtual Grief Peer Support Group
https://bfomidwest.org/programs/living-with-loss/virtual-living-with-loss-group/
Alternating Mondays and Tuesdays from 7-9pm.
Sign up to for our email list to be notified when registration is open, or connect with us if you have
questions. Call 519-603-0196 and leave a message, or email support@bfomidwest.org.
3) Free Bereavement Loss Support Groups
www.griefwalk.ca offered through Lakeside Church in Guelph
519 836 8141 x. 237 griefwalk@lakesidechurch.ca
Groups are facilitated by trained individuals who understand what you are experiencing. You will learn about grief and find ways to cope as you mourn your loss. You will become part of a small group of people who are also experiencing the loss of a loved one. Groups meet weekly for approximately 8 weeks and are offered in the spring and fall, free of charge.
Beginning week of Sept. 23: Mixed Loss Group, Child Loss Group, Women’s Spousal Loss Group, Suicide Loss Group.
4) Hospice Wellington is offering free grief counseling via telephone or video calling or in-person
Call intake at 519 836 3921 or info@hospicewellington.org
5) Article: How To Help Your Friend in Acute Grief by Michaela Evanow
http://michaelaevanow.com/2019/04/07/the-mother-of-all-grief-posts/
6) Book: “It’s Ok That You’re Not Ok” by Megan Devine
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/34261775-it-s-ok-that-you-re-not-ok
Available for free through your public library at https://www.hoopladigital.com/
7) Bereavement Support Group for Rural Wellington - by Hospice Wellington
This is a support workshop for any adult who has experienced loss. These workshops include an education component regarding how grief impacts our lives, as well as groups support.
VIRTUAL SESSIONS
Date: October 6 – November 24, 2021
Time: Wednesdays, 6pm – 8pm
Location: The Virtual Zoom link (sent upon registration)
IN PERSON SESSIONS
Date: October 6 – November 24, 2021 (8weeks)
Time: Wednesdays from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 83 Trafalgar Road, Hillsburgh, ON
All services of Hospice Wellington are provided at no cost to individuals and families thanks to the generous support of our community.
Please register with Hospice Wellington by September 17, 2021
To register, call (519) 836-3921 ex 228 or email info@hospicewellington.org