Healing from loss is a journey. Everyone experiences grief differently, and there is no "right way" to grieve. You also can't rush grief. You may wish you could bypass the difficult emotions or push down the pain. Or maybe others are pressuring you to “get up and move on.” But healing from grief and loss requires you to go through your grief. Grief is a journey that shouldn’t be traveled alone. You may feel like no one understands and be tempted to isolate, but as counselor David Bueno Martin says, “Healing happens in the context of finding others who can help you.” A GriefShare group is a safe place to find support. You’ll also gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. There are thousands of GriefShare grief recovery support groups meeting throughout the US, Canada, and over 10 other countries.
Scroll down for detailed information on the GriefShare sessions that we are currently offering, and head to the bottom of this page to view other helpful links and handouts as you're mourning the loss of a loved one.
Current Sessions:
- The 13-week GriefShare Program began on September 3rd, and it meets weekly in the Community Center.
- The "Surviving the Holidays" Seminar will be held on Wednesday, November 19th, with two available sessions: 9:30 to 11:30 am or 6:30 to 8:30 pm, in Room 9 of the Community Center. As the holiday season approaches, it brings a focus on family, traditions, social events, and cheer, which can sometimes trigger challenging emotions. This seminar is designed to help you navigate the holiday season with resilience and well-being. Join us to receive valuable support and guidance for managing the holidays in a healthy and balanced manner. It costs $10 per person, which includes a resource. For more information, contact Julie Gartell at 301-385-1262. Register below.
Need some additional help while grieving? Here are some resources:
Information and photo from www.griefshare.org