Losing an Adult Child
This is the season we celebrate our mothers and fathers by dedicating a whole day in their honor. If they are still present with us, dinners, flowers and cards are in abundance. If they are gone, tributes to honor them…
2024 Camp HOCO
WHAT: Camp HOCO is a four-day camp for children, ages 6-12, who have experienced a loss. Professional grief counselors and trained volunteers lead the activities. WHEN: June 25-28, 2024 8:30 am-3:30 pm WHERE: St Peter and Paul Retreat Center 2734…
2024 You’re Not Alone Grief Camp
WHAT: You’re Not Alone Grief Camp is a unique day camp experience designed to encourage children and teens to express their feelings of grief in a safe and fun environment. Professional grief counselors and trained volunteers lead the activities. WHEN:…
Book Review: Grieving: A Beginner’s Guide
“Grieving: A Beginner’s Guide” speaks to the transformative power of grief to lead those who grieve toward a new life. Author Jerusha Hull McCormack invites us to understand that death changes us and challenges us to choose the direction in…
Ohio’s Hospice Announces “Living Losses: Facing the Addiction of a Loved One” Bereavement Workshop
Ohio’s Hospice invites the community to participate in the “Living Losses: Facing the Addiction of a Loved One,” workshop on Monday, June 10, 2024, 5:30-6:45 pm. Participants will learn about common reactions to and tips for coping with addiction and living…
Ohio’s Hospice Announces “Faces of Grief” Support Group for Grieving Adults
Ohio’s Hospice Invites the community to participate in the “Faces of Grief” seven-week grief support group for adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Faces of Grief will meet on Wednesdays from May 8 through June 26…
Giving Sorrow Words: The Practice of Journaling Through Grief
Journaling has been an age-old practice used to express thoughts and feelings during difficult times. Writing can allow us to organize our thoughts so they don’t feel so overwhelming. A journal can become a friend — a place to express…
Ohio’s Hospice Announces “Healing After Sudden Death – When You Didn’t Get to Say Goodbye.” Bereavement Workshop
Ohio’s Hospice invites the community to participate in the “Healing After Sudden Death – When You Didn’t Get to Say Goodbye” workshop on Monday, May 13, 2024, 5:30-6:45 pm. Participants will learn about the range of sudden death causes, common…
Camp Pathways Applications Now Being Accepted: Ohio’s Hospice Offering Support to Grieving Children and Teens June 21
The Ohio’s Hospice Pathways of Hope Grief Counseling Center is offering Camp Pathways, a unique experience for children and teens ages 7-17 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or significant loved one and are actively grieving. Camp…
Book Review: Something Very Sad Happened: A Toddler’s Guide to Understanding Death
Few books about loss have been written for toddlers. Often parents seek guidance on how best to support their young child through the death of a grandparent. It is most helpful to start a conversation by reading an age-appropriate story…
