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SUMMARY:Room to Grieve\, Space to Heal Support Group
DESCRIPTION:In response to the opioid and fentanyl crisis in our communities\, we are offering a 7-week support group for adults who are grieving someone who has died by a toxic drug death. \n\n\n\nFacilitated by a bereavement counsellor\, the group incorporates grief education\, sharing and support\, therapeutic activities and exploration. The group aims to enhance one’s sense of community and belonging\, explore unique features of grief in response to a substance-related death\, and support the healing process of grief.  \n\n\n\nLocation: We will meet in a quiet outdoor area close to the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, weather permitting. If the weather is poor on any group date\, the group will meet virtually via Zoom. (If unfamiliar with using Zoom\, our staff can assist you to become comfortable with this technology.)    \n\n\n\nRuns 4:30-6:30 pm from Wednesday\, August 11 to Wednesday\, September 22. Runs every Wednesday except the week of Aug 29-Sept 3 will be on Thursday\, September 2.   \n\n\n\nGroup Size: Limited number of participants to enhance comfort. (Commitment to attend all sessions enhances the value of the group experience.) \n\n\n\nFee: $120 (A limited number of bursaries is available. Please speak to us if the fee is a barrier to your participation.) \n\n\n\nTo register or to obtain more information: Please call 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@viha.ca \n\n\n\n** A pre-group interview with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. \n\n\n\nIf you have further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@viha.ca 
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/room-to-grieve-space-to-heal-support-group-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Online Bereavement Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, September 15 – October 27\n\n\n\nA 7-week support group focused on bereavement following the death of a loved one\, facilitated by a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor. This group includes both sharing and support\, as well as grief education. \n\n\n\nEach session will consist of: \n\n\n\n\nA check-in in which each participant will have a chance to speak to where they are at in their grief that day;\nA 10-15 minute presentation on a topic intended to support you in your grief;\nAnd a discussion of the topic and other predominant themes of the day.\n\n\n\n\nWhere: Online using Zoom platform (must have access to a device that can have a Zoom account and has a microphone and camera).When: The sessions will be held Thursdays starting at 4:30 pm.Who: Limited number of registered participants who are bereaved following the loss of a loved one. \n\n\n\nFee: Registration fee is $70. Please speak to us if the fee is a barrier to your participation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \n\n\n \nRegister: Contact us at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or call 250-519-3040. \n\n\n \n** A pre-group interview with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time.**Information for setting up Zoom and participating in this type of group format will be sent via email prior to the start date of the group. ​**Your email will also be used to contact you throughout the 7 weeks about practical information for the group (Zoom invitation\, resources from the sessions\, evaluations\, etc). 
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/online-bereavement-support-group-2-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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