This group provides a place where men can meet with

other men who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Men

tend to not like talking about emotions, but we grieve none-

the-less. For many men the first response to grief is to

suppress it, however there is healing when we can find a

safe place where we can talk. Expect open discussion where

you will find others who understand you, and where we

learn from each other and from materials provided by the

counselors.

This group offers a supportive environment for widowed

persons who are still working to share their grief

experience, receive grief education and move forward in

their grief journey through an interactive group format.

This groups is for persons whose loss occurred at least 2-3

months prior and are not participating in other groups.

The death of a spouse can be devastating and riddled with

overwhelming emotions and changes. This support group

provides a safe space to share your story , learn from and

gain support from others who have experienced a similar

loss. We use different aspects of spirituality and identify

other coping mechanisms that help with the grieving

process (ex. music, scripture, reflections, quotes, etc.).

Connection. Grief can be a lonely journey when you lose a

spouse; connection with others who have shared a similar

loss can help ease the pains of grief. The isolation of a

pandemic can also heighten the loneliness and need for

connection with others. This 8-week group is designed to

provide grief education, normalize grief emotions and

create a safe space for participants to share their stories.

This will be a closed group and limited in size. Participants

should be at least 3 months from the death of their spouse

and be committed to attending all sessions.

For many people who have lost a life partner, there is a

profound sense of life, as they have known it, of having

come to an end. But rather than ending, it is changed; even

the relationship with the deceased is not ended but is

changed. This group is designed to compassionately

support one another in the face of this profound

transformation. Participants should be at least 3 months

from the death of their spouse and be committed to

attending all sessions.

This group is designed for any adult who has lost a parent

at least 3 months prior to the first meeting. This group is

designed to provide grief education, allow space for

participation to share stories as well as to support one

another on this journey.

This group is designed for individuals age 40 and under

who have lost a parent at least three months prior to the

first meeting. This group will provide grief education, allow

space for participants to share their stories, and to support

one another on this journey.

This group will discuss the loss of a child at any age from

any illness or accidental death. The group will start and

end with positive messages of affirmation bringing a

renewal of hope, sense of purpose and well-being.

A support group to discuss the realities, hardships, and

beauty of caring for others. At the end of the support

groups a short meditation and guided imagery will be

provided for well-being and to lessen caregiver, burden and

stress.

The grief journey is unique for each person and learning

from other viewpoints can help guide you along the

spiritual aspects of loss. Each session will focus on a

specific religion’s view of death, mourning beliefs, rituals

and the afterlife. The series will be led by Chaplain Carla

Thompson, MDiv.

Learn the basics of grief and gain an understanding of how

grief is likely to unfold over time. This is an educationally

focused grief support group for adults that will cover such

topics as common grief symptoms, theories to help you

understand the process of grieving and healthy ways of

coping as you move forward. Each meeting will cover a

different educational topic.

This group will read and reflect on the following

biographies to find inspiration, comfort and healing from

grief and loss. These biographies offer themes of grief,

resiliency and strength, overcoming obstacles, and finding

purpose. This group is for adults whose loss is between 3

months prior to the first meeting up to 2 years.

This group will use music therapy, art, and movement to

share grief experiences, learn coping skills, and connect

with other bereaved children who have lost a parent/

guardian/sibling/good friend at least 3 months prior to the

start of the group. This group will be co-facilitated by a

children’s grief counselor and a music therapist.

The process of making art through creatively altering a

book can be healing, hopeful, and helpful in processing the

death of a parent or guardian. No art experience

necessary. Participants should bring an old book suitable

for repurposing. Participants should be at least 3 months

out from their loss and must be able to commit to that

timeframe.

Get ready to move! This active workshop for ages 14-19

who have lost a parent/guardian/sibling/good friend at

least 3 months prior to the start of the workshop will

introduce techniques for improvisational movement,

acting, and storytelling to introduce grieving teens to the

art of expressive movement.

A family-friendly support workshop that uses art and

activities to educate about grief, express grief feelings, and

remember loved ones we have lost at least 3 months prior

to the workshop. Children should have a parent/guardian

attend with them.

This group will use art, games and activities to share grief

experiences, learn coping skills, and connect with other

bereaved children who have also lost a

parent/guardian/sibling/good friend at least 3 months

prior to the start of the group.

When we lose a loved one to dementia, it is as if we lose

them twice. This group for adults, help in concert with the

Insight Memory Care Center, is meant to address the unique

quality of grief that loss to dementia can bring.

A support group for adults for losses relating to COVID-19

as a result of death (the bereaved), decline or illness,

financial impact or spiritual suffering. For the last 15

minutes of the support group, a guided imagery and/or

meditation will be provided to encourage wellbeing.

Practicing gratitude can be a valuable tool for appreciating

life and navigating grief. Gratitude is simple appreciation.

Gratitude does not minimize or gloss-over grief. Gratitude

during grief gives us choices and something simple to hold

on to for hope. Group activities will include short

meditations and simple exercises on gratitude. Participants

will also be invited to establish 1) a gratitude journal

and/or 2) a daily gratitude text-buddy. Attendance at

all/most sessions required.

Warm up this winter by sharing and making recipes that

you used to enjoy with your loved one. Prior to the first

session, participants, of any age, will submit 1 or 2 recipes

that evoke a positive memory of their loved ones. At the

first session we will review and share about the collective

recipes in an electronic recipe book. For the second session

participants will create and enjoy a dish from one of their

group peers, or a family favorite of their own. Please submit

up to two recipes to scollier@capitalcaring.org by January

4th

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A companion animal can play a very important role in our

lives and their loss can be profound. Join this

compassionate and empathetic space to be supported as

you grieve your beloved pet. Share your story and connect

with others who understand your grief. This group is for

grieving animal lovers age 18 and older who have

experienced the loss of a pet in the last six months.

After the initial shock of grief recedes, we are often left to

navigate a changed life and altered sense of self. In this art

workshop, for adults 18yo and older, we will create vision

collages to explore questions regarding identity, goals, and

purpose for the coming year. No artistic experience needed.

Writing is a powerful tool for meaning-making, memory,

and healing. This group will provide a supportive and non-

judgmental space for adults to express and understand

grief through reading, writing prompts, and discussion.

Participants are able (but not required) to share their

experience and excepts from their writing with others.

Take a break from the winter doldrums to join with others

who are dealing with the loss of a loved one and find some

new insights for coping with grief. This workshop offers a

morning of relaxation that includes gentle yoga, guided

imagery meditation, and support.

All Ages/Families who have lost a loved one at least three

months prior to the first session are welcome. Components

and practices of gardening will be used to grow an herb

garden as examples of how Nature can teach us to grow

and heal during grief. Small herb pots and seeds to be

provided. Topics highlighted include: soil, light, water,

planting, tending and harvesting.

Professional caregivers and/or frontline workers are

dedicated to caring for others. This group reminds you to

care for yourself. Join this supportive space to process

patient and healthcare system-related grief experiences and

identify your personal needs.