Grief Support
Grief Support When You Need It
Our grief support program is one of the state’s most comprehensive, with licensed counselors, who provide support and therapy to families of Hospice patients, as well as to members of the community.
Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois offers grief support groups to anyone in the public grieving the loss of a loved one. Groups will focus on adjusting to a new way of life and will highlight effective ways to cope with the challenges and daily stressors of loss. These discussions happen in a supportive and non-threatening atmosphere in a variety of locations throughout our service area.
Some groups meet for six consecutive weeks, and others meet monthly, depending on the topic.
Open support groups, which do not require advance registration, include:
Grief to Hope
Offered in collaboration with Catholic Charities, this on-going support group is offered on the fourth Tuesday of each month, from 9:00-10:30 a.m., at the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 West Central Road, Arlington Heights.
For a 30 minute individual grief support session after the support group, contact Cathy Fine, MS, LCPC, Bereavement Counselor, Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois, at 224-770-2481.
Bereaved Parents Group
This on-going support group for parents who have lost a child will meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6-8 p.m. at Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington.
Specialized Support Groups – Registration Required
The following support groups require pre-registration. All groups below will meet for 6 weeks at 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. $30 fee applies to each. To register, call 224-770-CARE and ask for the Bereavement Department.
Adult Loss of Parent
Losing a parent is difficult at any age. Adults who have recently lost a parent can join this group to share experiences and learn to cope through the grieving process.
Loss of Spouse Group
The loss of a spouse often affects every aspect of our daily life. Join with others who have experienced the death of a loved one to explore your feelings, share your experiences, and gain valuable coping skills.
Adult Loss of Sibling Group
Siblings have special connections that cannot be replaced by others. This group will focus on the unique challenges and experiences faced by those who have lost a brother or sister.
Children’s Support Group
Remember U, a monthly grief support group for children, teens and parents, meets on Tuesday evenings during Spring and Fall semesters in Crystal Lake. There is no fee, but advance registration is required.
Memorial Service
Three times a year, we invite you to honor the memory of your loved one at an HPNI memorial service. The evening includes a candle-lighting ceremony as the names of those who have died are read aloud, followed by an informal gathering with refreshments. Please call 224-770-CARE for information on Center for Care memorial services.
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