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) 822-7705.

 

 BEREAVEMENT 

Workshops

 
Upcoming Workshops in 2025
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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JANUARY
Creative Expressions of Grief
Tuesday, January 7,
2:30 p.m.

FEBRUARY
Self-Care for the Bereaved
Tuesday, FEBRUARY 11
11 a.m.

MARCH
Cooking for One
THURSDAY, MARCH 13
1 p.m.

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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GRIF 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

  • January 6, 20
  • February 3, 17
  • March 3, 17, 31
  • April – June dates to come.

Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

When: Every Other Wednesday

  • January 8, 12
  • February 5, 19
  • March 5, 19
  • April – June dates to come.

Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Find Support After The Loss of A 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

  • January 8, 22
  • February 5, 19
  • March 5, 19

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)

  • March 6, 13, 20, 27

Times: 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Caregiver Support

For current caregivers.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

 

When: Tuesdays, Monthy
  • January 7
  • February 4
  • March 4
  • April – June dates to come

Times: 11 a.m. – 12 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
  • January 22
  • February 26
  • March 19
  • April – June dates to come

Times: 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m

An Artful Grief Journey

An opportunity to process grief through creative expression and community.

Van Andel Hope and Healing Pavilion

8214 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW Byron Center, MI 49315

 

When: Tuesdays, Weekly
  • January 28
  • February 4, 11, 18, 25
  • March 4, 11, 18, 25
  • April – June dates to come
Times: 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.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