Discover Healing Support 
When You Miss a Loved One

How do I know if grief counseling is right for me?

• Some wonder if they can survive in the world without their spouse, partner, parent, child or friend.
• Some come for support because they want to know what is "normal" in grief.
  
• Some come when their world feels shattered and out of control.
• Some come when tragedy strikes suddenly through suicide, homicide or fatal accidents.
• Some come because they need someone to listen.
• Others come with questions.  What did it mean to have this person in your life?  What does it mean for the rest of your life?  How can you find happiness in the future while remembering your loved one?

Participating in grief education classes and individual or group counseling enhances the healing process. While no two people grieve in exactly the same way, for many survivors, a crucial part of healing is the support and sense of connection they feel through sharing their grief with others. Hospice of Hilo’s Bereavement programs provide a safe place to share experience and find support to cope with loss.

Free grief counseling, support and education is available for anyone grieving or anticipating the death of a loved one.  To schedule an individual appointment, please call (808) 969-1733 or email hospice@hospiceofhilo.org.

Adult Bereavement Support Groups
Discover support, hope and comfort in a safe and understanding place. 
You can come and share or just listen.  Everyone is welcome.
For a printable flyer: 2010 Grief Support Groups

Daytime Grief Support Group - Hilo
Every Tuesday of each month, 10 – 11:30 p.m. • Hospice of Hilo Community Center

Evening Grief Support Group - Hilo
Every Tuesday of each month, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. • Hospice of Hilo Community Center

The Healing Journey: 6 Week Grief Support Group
Begins in September 1, 2010. 
For adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Meets for six weeks at Hospice of Hilo.  No charge, please call 969-1733 to register.  

On-going support...
Hospice of Hilo provides grief support groups throughout the year.  Individual counseling is available by appointment and is provided at no cost.  Please call 969-1733 to schedule an appointment or for more information.

Support for youth...
Please call 969-1733 or click here for information about grief support for children ages 5-17.

The Journey of Grief: Living with Loss Community Workshops
Open to anyone who has experienced loss or interested in learning more about the grief experience.  Offered at no charge.  Please call 969-1733 or email hospice@hospiceofhilo.org to register.

Upcoming in 2011!

• Understanding Grief 
  Wednesday, January 5  •  5—6:30 p.m.  •  Hospice of Hilo
  What is grief?  How do we deal with this often unwelcome and sometimes unexpected emotion in our lives?  Explore the process of grief in order to gain a better understanding of how grief affects us and those around us.
  
  
• Helping Children Grieve
  Wednesday, January 12  •  5—6:30 p.m.  •  Hospice of Hilo
  Learn about how children experience loss and grief and what you as an adult can do to help them through this time.

• “The Gifts of Grief” film by Nancee Sobonya (film clip)
  Wednesday, January 19  •  5—6:30 p.m.  •  Hospice of Hilo
  An inspiring film that shares the experiences of seven ordinary people who have experienced remarkable losses, yet found a way to transform their grief into a greater understanding and fulfillment of life.

   Please click here for supportive ideas on coping with grief and finding healing during the holidays. 

 Unless otherwise noted, our support groups are offered at no charge and are open to anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. Hospice families are offered individual counseling and/or group support for one year following the death of a loved one. Individual counseling and support group services are also offered to anyone in the community who has experienced loss. Please note, groups are subject to change. Please call 969-1733 to verify time and location.

It is our mission to be an integral part of the community, providing compassionate, quality end-of-life care through support, counseling and education.