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our services

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I am grieving a death

We walk with you in your grief so you are not alone on the journey.

grief and bereavement program

We know how important it is to do the work of mourning. It is easier when you are not doing it alone

We create safe spaces for you to speak your truth, express your grief experience, learn from others who have also experienced the death of a loved one, and find support as you explore your changing life.

Our facilitators / companions are volunteers trained in bereavement support who have experienced the death of a loved one and mourned them. We embrace values of empathy, inclusion, confidentiality, mutual respect and accountability.

Please note that our program is run by peer facilitators trained to provide support to those experiencing loss. We do not offer counselling or therapeutic services.

For a list of upcoming Grief & Bereavement Support events & programming click here.

closed groups

Trained peer volunteer facilitators support a group of people who have experienced the death of an adult loved one. A program of weekly topics provides plenty of opportunities to share insights, thoughts and questions about your own grief journey.

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open bereavement groups

Bereavement groups are regularly scheduled and open to anyone, including those participating in other types of support. Facilitated by a trained volunteer, you are invited to join on a drop-in basis. Each gathering will focus on a specific topic and may feature a guest speaker.

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educational workshops

Events open to the public on various topics to raise awareness on topics related to grief and bereavement.

one-on-one companioning

This personal, one-on-one service provides you with  a safe space to share your grief and explore your thoughts and questions. It is offered for a designated period of time with a trained peer volunteer.

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Our trained peer facilitators provide support based on understanding and lived experience. This is not a therapeutic service.

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is grief support for me?

Grief support is for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. You loved and so you grieve.
Do you feel alone? Uncomfortable talking with your friends or relatives?
With us, you can freely share your experience and feelings, be heard and be supported where you are.

upcoming events

  • Mon, Apr 07
    Apr 07, 2025, 1:30 p.m. – May 12, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
    Perth, 30 Herriott St, Perth, ON K7H 1T2, Canada
    Bring your grief journey and whatever sewing, mending, knitting, crocheting, embroidery…or other quietly creative and portable pursuit is of benefit to you.
  • Tue, Apr 08
    Apr 08, 2025, 1:30 p.m. – May 14, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
    Smiths Falls, 13 Old Slys Rd, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 3M3, Canada
    For those who have attended a bereavement group with The Hospice Hub in the last year
  • Mon, May 05
    May 05, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – Jun 09, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
    Perth, 26 Beckwith St E, Perth, ON K7H 1B5, Canada
    Led by a peer facilitator trained in Bereavement Support
  • Wed, May 07
    May 07, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – Oct 29, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
    Perth, Perth, ON, Canada
    Have you experienced loss? Do you have a need to talk? Do you like to walk?
  • Wed, May 07
    May 07, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – Sep 10, 2025, 11:00 p.m.
    Smiths Falls, Smiths Falls, ON, Canada
    Have you experienced loss? Would you like to talk? Do you enjoy walking?

we are here for you

Please contact our Bereavement Coordinator for more information on our grief and bereavement services, and for all inquiries about upcoming programming displayed on this page.

Patti Koeslag

bereavement@thehospicehub.ca

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