Support Groups

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Bereavement Support Groups Unless otherwise noted, our support groups are open to anyone who has had a loved one die. Groups are subject to change. Call to verify time and location.

Adult Support GroupsCircle of Hope: Art Therapy EditionA six-week art and educational support class for adults who have had a loved one die.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Art Therapy StudioWednesdays, October 5 - November 9, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Mollie Postotnik 216.486.6544

Hope & HealingAn on-going monthly support group for grieving adults. Registration is not required. Please call facilitator for more information.

Lakeshore CampusThird Monday of the month, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

April Ratcliffe 216.383.3782

The Renaissance Retirement CampusRenaissance Main Building, Second floor craft room26376 John Road, Olmsted FallsSecond Tuesday of the month, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Laurie Mason 216.383.2222 ext. 1359

Medina OfficeThe Robertson Bereavement CenterSecond Thursday of the month, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Theresa Suing 330.725.1900

Mentor OfficeFirst Tuesday of the month, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Lisa Florjancic 216.383.2222 ext. 1052

Warrensville Heights OfficeSecond Thursday of the month, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Vicki Jackson 216.383.2222 ext. 1197

Parent Loss - MonthlyA monthly support group for adults adjusting to life after the death of one or both parents.

West Side(please call facilitator for information and location)Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Judy Beckman 216.383.2222 ext. 1114

Parents Together - MonthlyA monthly support group for parents who have experienced the death of an adult child.

Warrensville Heights Office Second Thursday of the month, 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.

Vicki Jackson 216.383.2222 ext. 1197

Hopeful HeartsA monthly grief support group for anyone age 60 and over who has experienced the death of someone special in the past two years.

Holy Spirit Parish Center410 Lear Road, Avon LakeFourth Tuesday of the month, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Chemarra Bryant 216.383.2222 ext. 1905

Restoring HopeNEW GROUP This is a four-week group for those individuals who have experienced a sudden, traumatic loss of a loved one. Call to register by September 27.

Warrensville Heights OfficeTuesdays, October 4 - October 25, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Theresa Suing 330.725.1900

Circle of Hope SeriesA four- or six-week educational support group for adults who have had a loved one die. Please call the facilitator listed below for more information and to register.

Ashtabula - Conneaut Library 304 Buffalo Street, ConneautWednesdays, September 7 - September 28, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Susan Hamme 440.997.6619

Ashtabula County Medical Center2420 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula Thursdays, September 29 - November 3, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Register by September 23

Susan Hamme 440.997.6619

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement CenterTuesdays, October 4 - November 8, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Diana Battles 216.486.6364

Lakewood Drop-in Center22730 Fairview Center Drive, Fairview Park (location subject to change)Mondays, October 3 - November 7, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Judy Beckman 216.383.2222 ext. 1114

Lakeshore CampusMondays, September 26 - October 31, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Tensie Holland 216.383.3741

Medina OfficeThe Robertson Bereavement CenterWednesdays, September 14 - October 19, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

JoDee Coulter 330.725.1900

Mentor OfficeTuesdays, October 11 - November 15, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Lisa Florjancic 216.383.2222 ext. 1052

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THE ELISABETH SEVERANCE PRENTISS BEREAVEMENT CENTER300 East 185th StreetCleveland, OH 44119-1330 216.486.6838

THE ROBERTSON BEREAVEMENT CENTER5075 Windfall RoadMedina, OH 44256330.725.1900

AMES FAMILY HOSPICE HOUSE30080 Hospice WayWestlake, Ohio 44145-1077440.414.7349 or 835.281.5727

ASHTABULA OFFICE1166 Lake AvenueAshtabula, OH 44004-2930440.997.6619

DAVID SIMPSON HOSPICE HOUSE AND LAKESHORE CAMPUS300 East 185th StreetCleveland, OH 44119-1330216.383.2222 or 800.707.8922

HEADQUARTERS17876 St. Clair AvenueCleveland, OH 44110216.383.2222 or 800.707.8922

LAKEWOOD DROP-IN CENTER22730 Fairview Center Drive Fairview Park, OH 44126216.227.9048

LORAIN COUNTY OFFICE2173 N. Ridge Road E., Suite HLorain, OH 44055-3400440.787.2080

MENTOR OFFICE5786 Heisley RoadMentor, OH 44060-1830440.951.8692

HMC HOSPICE OF MEDINA COUNTY5075 Windfall RoadMedina, OH 44256330.722.4771

WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS OFFICE4670 Richmond Road, Suite 200Warrensville Hts, OH, 44128-5978216.454.0399

WESTLAKE OFFICE29101 Health Campus DriveBuilding 2, Suite 400Westlake, OH 44145-5268440.892.6680

Support Groups Partner/Spousal Loss Groups Monthly support groups for adults who have experienced the death of a spouse, partner, or significant other. Groups are open-ended and on-going. Registration is not required.

HorizonsAdults in late life.

Mayfield Village Baptist Church6500 Highland Road, MayfieldSecond Tuesday of the month, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Kathryn Harrison Brown 216.486.6331

Lorain County Community CollegeSpitzer Conference Center, Room 2191005 North Abbe Road, ElyriaFirst Friday of the month, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Laurie Mason 216.383.2222 ext. 1359

Community Support Groups & ActivitiesYoga MattersON-GOING Yoga Class designed for caregivers and bereaved. Give yourself the gift of time and attention. The practice of Yoga helps you tune into yourself and take care of your physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Lakeshore CampusWednesdays, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.$40/month or $12 Drop-in (sliding scale fee available)

216.486.6838

New BeginningsAdults in middle life.

Medina OfficeThe Robertson Bereavement CenterSecond Tuesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

JoDee Coulter 330.725.1900

WestlakeSt John Medical Center, Westshore Professional Building 29160 Center Ridge Road, Suite RSecond Wednesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Chemarra Bryant 216.383.2222 ext. 1905

New JourneyAdults of any age.

Ashtabula St. Paul Lutheran Church39 East Satin Street, JeffersonFirst Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Susan Hamme 440.997.6619

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement CenterFourth Thursday of the month, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Diana Battles 216.486.6364

Pet Grief WorkshopAs a pet owner, animals hold a special place in your heart and life. It is natural to grieve when these treasured friends die. This workshop for adults will offer suggestions on ways to remember your special friend, whether “furry, feathered or finned.” Please bring a photo of your pet if you have one.

The Robertson Bereavement CenterTuesday, October 4, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

330.725.1900 to register

Lakeshore CampusThursday, October 6, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

216.486.6838 to register

Healing and Well Being Through the Heart of the HorseJoin us for a day of healing and well being through the compassionate heart of the horse and the calming beauty of nature. Registration is required.

Pebble Ledge Ranch9796 Cedar Road, NoveltySaturday, September 24 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Lesley Dials 216.486.6702

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Retreats and Workshops

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Kidz Art: Framed MemoriesKids (ages 6 and up), bring your family members along for this workshop! Participants will paint and decorate a wood frame in remembrance of your loved one. Bring a story of you and your loved one to share. Light refreshments provided.

Westlake OfficeTuesday, November 8, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Tuesday, November 15, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Painting on VelourDoes a certain flower, tree, or landscape remind you of your loved one? Participants will bring their own image or choose one and use soft pastels to “paint” a picture on velour paper. The velour surface holds the color so that the pastel dust is kept to a minimum.

Westlake Office Tuesday, October 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Warrensville Heights OfficeWednesday, October 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Thursday, October 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Healing Arts Workshops FALL 2016Healing Arts Workshops provide grieving people with a creative outlet for their grief and are open to the community. No art experience is necessary. Call Mollie Postotnik at 216.486.6544 or email her at mpostotnik@hospicewr.org to register no later than four days in advance of workshop date. Suggested $5.00 donation for supplies.

Fabric and FeelingsA group where participants use fabric techniques such as quilting (sometimes involving clothing from loved ones) or photo transfer to create quilts, pillows, dolls and other types of lasting memories. Sewing expertise is not necessary.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement CenterWeekly - Thursdays, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

SAVE THE DATES

Holiday Family NightDecember 2016 is full of holidays! Whether you celebrate Bodhi Day, Mawlid An Nabi, Winter Solstice, Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanzaa, come share your special holiday memories by creating a holiday decoration or ornament that reflects your religious or spiritual tradition.

Westlake OfficeTuesday, December 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Warrensville Heights OfficeWednesday, December 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Thursday, December 8, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Hope for the HolidaysMentor OfficeSaturday, December 3, 9:00 -10:00 a.m.Register by November 30Lisa Florjancic 216.383.2222 ext. 1052

LGBTQ Art Therapy Event:Box of MemoriesThis event is for members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender, Queer Community who have experienced the death of a loved one. These Reminiscence Boxes are inspired by Joseph Cornell’s boxes of assembled artifacts. Participants will line a wooden cigar box with photos, fabric or paper and assemble small mementoes and objects inside it such as keys, marbles, jewelry, natural objects, thimbles, buttons, coins, and any other meaningful items that remind you of your loved one(s).

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Tuesday, October 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Art and Music for Relaxation: Grateful HeartsGrieving the death of a loved one can reveal a variety of emotions, including gratitude. This art and music therapy collaboration will help you discover your gifts as well as your loved ones’, giving your gratitude a voice through drumming, music and painting a small watercolor.

Warrensville Heights OfficeWednesday, November 9, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center Thursday, November 17, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Westlake OfficeTuesday, November 22, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Kidz Art: Framed

Memories

Art and Music for Relaxation: Grateful Hearts

Painting on Velour

Fabric and Feelings

Box of Memories