Bereavement Support Groups
Meet others who’ve lost a loved one and share your experience in our bereavement support groups.
Our support groups give you the opportunity to meet others who are grieving the death of a loved one, share experiences, and explore ways to move through your grief – all in a caring and understanding atmosphere.
Support groups run all year round across Halton and may focus on a particular type of loss (spousal loss, loss of an adult child).
These groups are offered free of charge through the generosity of our volunteers, funders and donors.
To register for a group please contact:
Peggy ten Brinke, 905-827-8800 or 1-800-387-7127 x 2323
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Coffee & Conversation
Virtual Drop-in Support Group
For those grieving the death of a loved one.
Join us in this virtual support group and find comfort and support in a caring and understanding atmosphere.
Registration is open, and you can join at any time during the session.
Details
3rd Thursday of the month, 6:30 – 8pm
New! Mixed Loss Virtual Support Group
This group is open to those who have experienced the death of a loved one. A safe and supportive space to talk about your experience, learn more about the grieving process and gain support from others.
Details
Tuesdays, May 2 – June 20 from 6:30-8:00pm
Young Adult Grief Chat
Virtual Support Group
A monthly drop-in support group for people under the age of 40 for those who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Details
2nd Monday of the Month, 6:30 – 8pm
Spousal / Partner Loss
Virtual Support Group
The loss of a husband, wife or partner can be devastating. Join others who are living with loss to share experiences and heal.
Groups run in 8 week sessions throughout Halton in the fall, winter and spring.
Details
Tuesdays, April 4 – May 23 from 6:30 – 8pm
Parenting After Loss: A Group for Dads
Join us for a monthly drop-in virtual support group open to dads residing in Ontario who are
parenting children 0-18 years after losing their partner or spouse. The group provides the
opportunity for gently structured discussion about a variety of topics related to parenting grieving children and is facilitated by staff trained in supporting children and adults through grief and bereavement.
Details
Bereavement Walking Group
A free walking group for adults grieving the death of a loved one.
Join trained volunteers for fresh air and exercise with others who are grieving. Share your experiences, receive support – or simply just walk with others who understand.
COVID-19 protocols are in place and group size is limited to 25 maximum.
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New! Bereavement Singing Group
This summer, we will be hosting a music-based bereavement support group. Led by our music therapist Meredith Woodiwiss (RP Qualifying, MTA), we will explore singing, songwriting, drumming, listening to music, and more. Join to experience the natural stress-relieving qualities of music making, discuss practical musical strategies for coping and wellness, and meet others who have experienced loss.
No musical experience needed- come with an open-minded and a water bottle, ready to make some noise. We will make music for an hour, then have thirty minutes to socialize and enjoy refreshments.
Details
To register for this group please contact: Meredith Woodiwiss, 905-827-8800 or 1-800-387-7127 x 2453
Adult Child Loss
Virtual Support Group
It is particularly difficult to lose an adult child. Join other parents who have experienced this loss to share experiences and heal.
Details
This program is supported in part through the generosity of our funders and donors, including the
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