Description
Bereavement Support Program - Fall 2025
Ages 55 or Older | FREE
Join the Bereavement Support Program, hosted by VITAS Healthcare, to navigate the journey of loss with compassion and support. Below is the schedule for the seminar and weekly support group sessions:
Introductory Seminar
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Joslyn Senior Center
Description: The seminar introduces the bereavement support group led by VITAS Healthcare. Participants will meet the chaplain, gain an understanding of the grief support process, and explore how the program helps individuals navigate loss. The seminar encourages participants to join the weekly support group to foster emotional well-being and reclaim moments of happiness while honoring loved ones.
Support Group Sessions
Dates:
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Tuesday, October 21, 2025
- Tuesday, October 28, 2025
- Tuesday, November 4, 2025
- Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025
- Tuesday, November 25, 2025
- Tuesday, December 2, 2025
- Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Tuesday, December 16 , 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Joslyn Senior Center
Description: Weekly support groups offer a safe space to share experiences, find community, and learn coping strategies for grief. Sessions are led by compassionate professionals, emphasizing emotional recovery and personal growth.
Summary of the ProgramThe grief support program, led by VITAS Healthcare, provides a compassionate space for those navigating loss. Starting with an introductory seminar on October 7, 2025, participants will meet the chaplain and learn about the group sessions. Weekly meetings foster emotional healing, personal growth, and connection with others experiencing similar challenges.
This initiative aims to empower all residents with tools and support for reclaiming moments of happiness while honoring loved ones.
(Introduction Seminar Not Mandatory, May Drop-in)
Activity Category
Social Groups
Location
Joslyn Senior Center, 21 Grant St.
Instructor
Senior Center Staff