Registered Charity #118803667RR0001
CENTRE FOR GRIEF & HEALING
Bereaved Families of Ontario -
Halton / Peel
ADULT GROUP PROGRAMS
Losing a loved one can be overwhelming. Our grief support groups offer peer
support and education for those experiencing a loss of a loved one. Our groups are held in a supportive environment that fosters hope and healing. They provide individuals with the opportunity to learn, share, and engage in conversation that will help reflect upon and work through their grief.
Click here to download and view the dates, topics, and notices for all groups running July-September 2023.
Click here to download and view the dates, topics, and notices for all groups running October-December 2023.
Eligibility and Registration
To participate in our support groups, individuals must be 18 years of age or older and have completed a group information session with a Peer Support Worker or Intake Worker. Please refer to our FAQ page for detailed instructions on registering for our support groups.
Closed Groups vs. Open Groups
For information about the difference between closed groups and open groups, as well as a detailed overview of what to expect from our support groups, please visit our FAQ page.
Time Commitment
Open groups have no specific time commitment, while closed groups require a commitment based on the duration of the group. Please consider this when choosing which type of group is right for you.
Holidays and Office Closures
Please be aware that there are no group sessions during the last two weeks of December, office or group closures, or on statutory holidays. Stay updated by subscribing to our newsletters and announcements to receive information about upcoming groups and closures or contact us to receive updates.
Important
Members have the choice to participate in session-limited one-to-one support or group support sessions. After completing one option, members can decide if they would like to access the other. Please note that as a charity with limited resources, we strive to provide the best support possible within our capacity.
Mixed Loss Support Group
Every Tuesday via Zoom
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Every 3rd Monday In-Person at our Main Location
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Mixed Loss Support Group is unique, in that it is our only open group that is not loss specific and is open to anyone (ages 18+) who has experienced the loss of a loved one.
Common topics include Coping Strategies; Holidays & Events; Grief Timelines; Feelings of Guilt & Sadness; Other Life Changes and more.
To register, please email info@bereavedfamilies.ca as early as Mondays from 9:00am up until the day of the group for that week by 4:00pm, if you are an existing member. You must have completed an intake and have had an initial Individual Session prior to attending/registering for your first group.
Click Here to complete our intake if you have not attended a support group with us.
Registration for the in-person Mixed Loss groups opens the week before the group runs starting on the Monday at 9:00am until the Friday by 4:00pm.
Child Loss Support Group
Every Other Wednesday via Zoom
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Child Loss Grief Support Group has the same structure and description as the previous group, it only differs in date, time, & type of loss. This group is loss specific, meaning, all group members have experienced the loss of a child. The Child Loss Grief Support Group provides individuals with an opportunity to share their loss and grief with others who have also experienced the loss of a child.
Common topics include Coping Strategies; Holidays & Events; Grief Timelines; Feelings of Guilt & Sadness; Other Life Changes and more.
To register, please email info@bereavedfamilies.ca as early as Mondays from 9:00am up until the day of the group for that week by 4:00pm, if you are an existing member. You must have completed an intake and have had an initial Individual Session prior to attending/registering for your first group.
Click Here to complete our intake if you have not attended a support group with us.
Partner Loss Support Group
Every Thursday via Zoom
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Partner Loss Grief Support Group has the same structure and description as the previous group, it only differs in date, time, & type of loss. This group is loss specific, meaning, all group members have experienced the loss of a spouse/partner (ex. boyfriend, common law, wife, etc.). The Partner Loss Grief Support Group provides individuals with an opportunity to share their loss and grief with others who have also experienced the loss of a spouse/partner.
Common topics include Coping Strategies; Holidays & Events; Grief Timelines; Feelings of Guilt & Sadness; Other Life Changes and more.
To register, please email info@bereavedfamilies.ca as early as Mondays from 9:00am up until the day of the group for that week by 4:00pm, if you are an existing member. You must have completed an intake and have had an initial Individual Session prior to attending/registering for your first group.
Click Here to complete our intake if you have not attended a support group with us.
Parent & Guardian Loss Support Group
Every Wednesday via Zoom
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Parent & Guardian Loss Grief Support Group has the same structure and description as the previous group, it only differs in date, time, & type of loss. This group is loss specific, meaning, all group members have experienced the loss of a parent, step-parent, grandparent, and/or primary caregiver/guardian. The Parent & Guardian Loss Grief Support Group provides individuals with an opportunity to share their loss and grief with others who have also experienced a similar loss.
Common topics include Coping Strategies; Holidays & Events; Grief Timelines; Feelings of Guilt & Sadness; Other Life Changes and more.
To register, please email info@bereavedfamilies.ca as early as Mondays from 9:00am up until the day of the group for that week by 4:00pm, if you are an existing member. You must have completed an intake and have had an initial Individual Session prior to attending/registering for your first group.
Click Here to complete our intake if you have not attended a support group with us.
Closed Grief Support Groups
Loss, Date, and Time subject to change throughout the year.
Our Closed Grief Support Groups are facilitated by the same facilitators for 6, 8, or 12 weeks, depending on the group. We ask for those interested to commit fully to each week for healthy group cohesion and establishing strong connections. These groups run throughout the year and are based on demand and/or gaps within the community. Closed groups provide individuals with an opportunity to share their loss and grief with others who have also experienced a similar loss or share a similar identity. Previous groups we've run are: Suicide Loss, Overdose Loss, COVID-19 Loss, Child Loss, Seniors Support, Newcomer Support, and more.
Common topics include Coping Strategies; Holidays & Events; Grief Timelines; Feelings of Guilt & Sadness; Other Life Changes and more.
2023 Closed Groups (more updates to come)
6-Week Virtual Cancer Loss Grief Support Group: Started May 16th. This group has now concluded.
Overdose Loss Grief Support Group
8-Week In-Person Suicide Loss Grief Support Group: Started June 14. This group has now concluded.
Facebook Peer Support Group (18+)
Anytime, Anywhere
Do you prefer to chat with others when you can as it fits your schedule? Are you looking for something more private when it comes to getting support? Want to meet others who share similar experiences?
Join Our Facebook Support Group Today.
Our Facebook Peer Support Group is moderated on occasion by a team of our CFGH facilitators and staff. We emphasize and encourage the group members to post and support each other within the group. To join, click the link above and make sure to answer the group rules before sending us a request. The support group is for those ages 16+.
Hope to see you there!