Program Events
Grief Sucks
Grief Support for teens aged 13-18.
Grief Sucks is an 8-week program, welcoming those aged 13 to 17, offers an opportunity to connect and chat with other teens who can relate. Through creative activities, music, individual sharing and group discussion together we'll explore helpful ways to give expression to the many feelings of grief. Teens are welcome to bring friends who are also grieving. Snacks will be provided. For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE.
Please call 416-626-0116 to register.
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A Time to Heal
Grief Support for Young Adults (aged 19-26)
When we lose someone precious, it can be painful beyond words. The loss of a parent, sibling, friend or other significant person brings many complex feelings. It is normal to wonder if you are "losing it" and find it difficult to carry on with life's activities. Grief can be intense and therefore difficult to experience alone. An opportunity to freely speak about your feelings with others who understand can be helful and comforting.
To register, please contact Kristine Gagnon, Bereavement Care Coorinator 416-626-0116 ext. 227.
For a copy of the promotional flyer for this program, please click HERE.
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Good Mourning Coffee Club
Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. to noon
Join us for coffee and conversation for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. This casual gathering is facilitated by a bereavement professional. Participants will experience a friendly and understanding environment in which to express the difficult feelings of grief.
We invite those who are interested to enjoy soup and a sandwich with us for $5.00.
For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE. Please RSVP by calling 416-626-0116.
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Deep in My Heart:
A Valentine's Remembrance
Tuesday, February 14 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Valentine's Day generally brings to mind celebrations of love and companionship with chocolates, cards, flowers and gifts. This holiday for lovers can be especially hard on those who are dealing with the loss of a loved one. We invite you to attend this evening of remembrance where, together with others, you can be supported through this hard time of Valentine's Day. For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE.
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Circle of Daughters:
Loss of Parent/Grandparent Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, February 15 to April 18 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
If you find yourself feeling alone and lost since the death of your parent/grandparent, consider joining with others to share in a comforting and compassionate environment while gain the information and tools needed to move through the grief process.
To register, please contact Kristine Gagnon at 416-626-0116 ext. 227. Click HERE for a copy of the promotional flyer.
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Finding Your Way:
When a Spouse/Partner Dies Grief Support Group
Thursdays, February 16 to April 19 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
To become widowed is to suffer one of life's most profound losses. When a loving tie is severed, so is a part of ourselves. The transition from wife to widow, husband to widower, is a very real, painful and personal journey. If you find yourself felling alone and lost since the death of your partner, consider joining this grief support group to share with others in a safe and comforting environment while gaining information and tools needed to move through the grief process.To register, please contact Kristine Gagnon at 416-626-0116 ext. 227. Click HERE for a copy of the promotional flyer.
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Tuesday Friends Group for Older Adults
Tuesdays, February 21 to April 24 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The Tuesday Friends Group offers a supportive environment to gain informaiton and tools needed to move through the grief process. During each session you'll have the opportunity to be with others who understand and care, talk about your loved one and your feelings, hear from others dealing with grief and learn healthy ways for coping.
Registration is required. Please call 416-626-0116 ext. 227. Click HERE for a copy of the promotional flyer.
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The Art of Condolence:
Tips on How to Support Someone Who is Grieving
Tuesday, February 21 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Upon hearing of the death of a friend or family member, it is common to want to offer your condolences and help in some way. Yet many of us find ourselves struggling, not knowing how to support those most impacted by the death. Our society continues to perpetuate many unrealistic expectations of grief and mourning. As a grief group facilitator, Kristine Gagnon, Bereavement Care Coordinator at the Hospice has been taught by the experts -- the bereaved themselves -- about what really helps.
Please RSVP by calling 416-626-0116. For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE.
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Companions on the Journey: Support for the Newly Bereaved
Tuesdays, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
March 27, April 3, 10, 17, & 24
Have you recently experienced the death of someone loved? Do you find yourself at a loss for knowing what to do next? This five-part series is designed to address the concerns and questions of the newly bereaved. These sessions may help you get your bearings as you embark on the journey of grief. Each presentation will be followed with small group discussion and sharing. For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE.
Please call 416-626-0116 to register.
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Memories in a Mirror:
A Mother's Day Remembrance Tea
Saturday, May 13 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Mother's Day rituals can help you honour Mom and ease the pain of loss. Join with others to create a unique album to caputre special memories while connecting with others who are also grieving the loss of a mother. Please bring photos that can be cropped. For a copy of the promotional flyer, please click HERE.
Please call 416-626-0116 to RSVP by May 11.
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Here's Looking at You:
A Father's Day Remembrance
Sunday, June 17 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Join with others who are also grieving the loss of a father for an afternoon of story sharing while you create a shadow box. Please bring a photo of Dad along with some small items symbolic of him and/or your relationship. For a copy of the flyer, please click HERE. Please call 416-626-0116 to RSVP by June 15.
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