Bereavement Events & Groups

The Faith Hospice Bereavement Team offers a number of ways you can receive ongoing support throughout your grief journey, from virtual and in-person counseling to our annual Memorial Service, you can participate in ways that work best for you.

 BEREAVEMENT 

Events

 

For questions regarding Bereavement Events, please call (616) 356-4825.

 

 BEREAVEMENT 

Workshops

 
Upcoming Workshops 
All workshops are held in the Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion.
8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW  I  Byron Center, MI 49315
Please call (616) 356-4825 to register.

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AUGUST
Echoes of the Heart
Tuesday, August 12
11 am – 12 pm

SEPTEMBER
An Artful Grief Journey
Tuesday, September 9
11 am – 12 pm

 

OCTOBER
Yoga for the Bereaved
Tuesday, October 14
11 am – 12 pm

 

Introducing Real Grief Workshops
 
Faith Hospice is excited to introduce a new series of supportive workshops called Real Grief. Real Grief will take on complex issues related to grief and loss.
 
To start our series, we thought it would be fitting for our first issue to focus on suicide since September 10, 2025 is World Suicide Prevention Day.

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GRIEVING A SUICIDE WORKSHOP

Please join Faith Hospice for a gentle supportive workshop for those grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. Together we will process complex emotions, share stories, and explore pathways toward healing and hope.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Wednesday
  • September 10
Time: 1:00 p.m.

 

Please call 616-356-4825 to register.

BEREAVEMENT CARE

Support Groups

 
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL GROUPS
For questions regarding Bereavement Support Groups, please call (616) 356-4825 or download our brochure.

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GRIEF SUPPORT SCHEDULE

Loss of a Spouse/Partner

For those who have experienced a loss within the last 13 months.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Every Other Monday
  • June 2, 16
  • August 11, 25
  • September 8, 22
  • October 6, 20
  • November 3, 17
Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
When: Every Other Wednesday
  • June 4, 18
  • August 13, 27
  • September 10, 24
  • October 8, 22
  • November 5, 19
Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Loss of Parent or Family Member

For those who have experienced a loss
within the last 13 months.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Every Other Wednesday
  • June 11, 25
  • August 13, 27
  • September 10, 24
  • October 8, 22
  • November 5, 19
Times: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

 

Rebuilding Our Lives

For those who are in the second year of their grief journey and are focused on walking back into life.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Tuesdays, Monthly
  • August 5
  • September 2
  • October 7
  • November 4
Times: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Griefshare

A Christ-centered support group for people who have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Thursdays, Weekly (13 Sessions)
  • August 28
  • September 4, 11, 18, 25
  • October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
  • November 6, 13, 20
Times: 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Teacup Ladies South

A relaxing time for widows to be strengthened through connection and Relationship. Tea and treats provided.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

When: Wednesdays, Monthy
  • June 25
  • July 30
  • August 20
  • September 17
  • October 15
  • November 19

Times: 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Caregiver Support

For current caregivers.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

 

When: Tuesdays, Monthy
  • August 5
  • September 2
  • October 7
  • November 4
Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Walking Through Grief: Outdoor Walk to Find Connection & Support

An intentional walking group for anyone on a journey through grief toward healing.

When: Every Other Friday
  • June 6, 20
  • July 11, 25
  • August 8, 22
  • September 5, 19
Where: Douglas Walker Park

1195 84th St. Byron Center, MI 49315

Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Children’s Support Services

FAITH HOSPICE CHILDREN’S IN-PERSON GRIEF SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT:

Please Call:

Jenny Gruppen (LBSW) 616-401-5221

Lindsay Timmerman (LLPC): 616-202-8889

Bereavement Care Resources

Grief Support Center Project