Reaching Out to Help Yourself and Others

Hospice of Northwest Ohio provides an array of support groups and workshops to help people of all ages cope with the loss of a loved one. While some people may be afraid to join a group at first, we recommend they give it a try. Group members usually feel very comfortable giving and receiving support in the group with others who share similar concerns.

All groups are provided free of charge and are available to anyone in the community, whether or not they have had previous involvement with Hospice of Northwest Ohio. All support group meetings are conducted by professional counselors, with trained volunteers and are held at either our Toledo or Perrysburg Hospice Centers or our Michigan Office. For more information, or to register, contact the Bereavement Team at 419-661-4001 or 734-568-6801.

Grief 101 is required before participation in any other groups. Please call the Bereavement Team to discuss a date and time that will work for you!

 

Support Groups and Workshops

Grief 101

ONE-TIME, TWO-HOUR SESSION -- Advance Registration Required
This is an educational meeting that provides a basic understanding of grief and loss and prepares participants for further group experiences. It is a requirement before attending additional groups. Offered both day and evening at varying locations.

Wednesday, June 12 from 2-4:00 p.m. at the Perrysburg Center
Tuesday, June 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Toledo Center
Thursday, June 27 from 1-3:00 p.m. at the Michigan Office

 

Coping with Any Loss

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP – Advance Registration Required
An ongoing, interactive grief support group for adults who are adjusting to the loss of any loved one.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Perrysburg Center

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Michigan Office

 

Kids Grief Support  

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Interactive grief support group for children ages 5-11, and another for children ages 12-16, who are adjusting to the loss of a loved one. Art, music, discussion, story telling and play are used to help children share and better understand their grief and find healing and hope. 

2nd Tuesday of the month from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

Mid-Life Spousal or Partner Loss

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP – Advance Registration Required
Open to any man or woman who has experienced the death of a partner or spouse during their mid-life years.

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

Men in Grief  

FOUR-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to any man who is grieving, this group is conducted by men to discuss practical tips for managing everyday life following the death of a loved one.

Wednesdays, May 8-29 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

Supportive Spouses

FIVE-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to recently bereaved men and women who are adjusting to life without their mates.

Mondays, May 6-June 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Perrysburg Center

 

After Your Parent Dies

FIVE-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to adults who are grieving the death of one or both parents.

Wednesdays, May 8-June 5 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

Pathways

SIX-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to all adults who want to explore the spiritual dimensions of the loss of a loved one. 

Next scheduled session to be determined.

 

Holiday Grief Workshop

ONE-TIME GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to grieving adults and children who are facing the winter holidays and trying to cope with loss. 

Next workshop to be determined - typically first Sunday in December