Kim and her children attended Camp Mighty Oaks. Click their photo to read their story.

Help us offer grief services

to all who need them

 

Thank you to Salem Electric for sponsoring our support groups for grieving children

 

Grief counseling and support groups for adults and children

 

Grief Support Groups for Adults

Six-week grief support groups for adults are offered throughout the year. Participants gain support from others experiencing grief and loss as they gain an understanding of the grief process. Support groups are facilitated by professional bereavement counselors.

Stayton

Fridays, 10:30 am - noon

February 10, 17, 24, March 2, 9, 16, 2012

Santiam Hospital

1401 N. Tenth

Salem

Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm

March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 2012

Willamette Valley Hospice

1015 3rd St NW

Salem

Mondays, 11-12:30 pm

February 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012

Willamette Valley Hospice

1015 3rd St NW

Salem

Wednesdays, 2-3:30 pm

April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 2012

Willamette Valley Hospice

1015 3rd St NW

There is no charge for any of the groups, but please pre-register.

 

Grief Support Groups for Ages 5 Years to Adults

Seven-week grief support groups for adults and children ages 5-17 year olds are offered at our office location throughout the year. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to be eligible to attend. Support groups are facilitated by professional bereavement counselors.

Salem

Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm

January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 6, 2012

Willamette Valley Hospice

1015 3rd St NW

Salem

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm

April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012

Willamette Valley Hospice

1015 3rd st NW

There is no charge for any of the groups, but please pre-register.

 

Drop-In Grief Groups for Adults

Our drop-in support groups are available to anyone seeking support after the death of a loved one in the last two years.  The groups are open to any adult who lives in our community.  Anyone is welcome to attend any month that looks interesting to them or all months.  There is no commitment on the participant's part to attend a specific number of sessions or specific sessions. Trained facilitators lead groups.

Creatively Expressing Grief

2nd Thursday of every month

1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

Drop In Discussion Group

4th Thursday of every month

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Drop In Discussion Group

3rd Wednesday of every month

6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

January 12th: Winter of Our Grief/Preparedness

February 9th: Heart Collage - how does your heart feel?

March 8th: Map Making - where am I going?

 

January 26th

February 23rd

March 22nd

 

January 18th

February 15th

March 20th

All groups held at Willamette Valley Hospice, 1015 3rd St NW, Salem

                                            

Individual Grief Counseling for Adults and Children

We offer individual and family grief counseling to those who have experienced the recent death of a loved one. Bereavement counselors are available to discuss your situation with you and offer resources, support, or referral information. Individual counseling sessions are available at no cost on a brief/short term basis.
Please contact our bereavement services for individual counseling

              

Grief Support Groups in Schools

Six week grief support groups are facilitated by our staff in local schools. If you are a school counselor interested in having a grief group at your school place please contact us with your request. Parents who are interested in a group at their child's school should contact their child's school counselor.
Please contact our bereavement services for current school groups

 

Grief Workshops & Community Gatherings

Workshops and events are scheduled throughout the year and include topics such as

Coping With the Holidays After Loss and Community Memorial Gatherings.

 

Camp Mighty Oaks Summer Camp for Grieving Children & Families

Each summer Camp Mighty Oaks provides an experience that supports children and families who are grieving the death of a loved one. Campers enjoy fun-filled activities that promote hope and healing.

        

   For more information please contact Bereavement Services at 503.588.3600 or toll free at 800.555.2431

 

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