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 

Self Care Workshops

 

Monthly educational workshops offering integrative approaches to self-care.

 
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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Upcoming Workshops

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JANUARY
Self-Care 101

Learn simple, effective self-care strategies to support your mind, body, and spirit.

Tuesday, January 13
11 am – 12 pm

 

FEBRUARY
Forgiveness and Grief

Explore forgiveness as part of the grief journey and find healing within a supportive community.

Tuesday, February 10
11 am – 12 pm

 

MARCH
AN Artful Grief Journey

Process grief through creative expression and community.
Tuesday, March 10
1 pm – 2:30 pm

APRIL
Cooking for One

Rediscover nourishment and confidence in the kitchen while learning practical tips for cooking for one.

Tuesday, April 14
1 pm – 2:30 pm

 

MAY
The Other Hallmark Holidays

Learn strategies for navigating grief during greeting card holidays and special occasions.

Tuesday, May 12
11 am – 12 pm

 

JUNE
Gentle Movement

Gently reconnect with your body and ease tension through mindful movement.
Tuesday, June 9
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.
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Upcoming Workshops

FEBRUARY
Infant Loss Workshop
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Tuesday, February 17
1:00 pm

 

MARCH
Suicide Loss Workshop
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Tuesday, March 17
1:00 pm

 

APRIL
Loss to Addiction Workshop
Tuesday, April 21
1:00 pm

MAY
Loss of a Friend Workshop

Offers a supportive environment to honor friendships and process the grief of losing a close friend, with guidance for emotional healing.
Tuesday, May 19
1:00 pm

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
  • January 12, 26
  • February 9, 23
  • March 9, 23
  • April 6, 20
  • May 4, 18
  • June 1, 15
Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
When: Every Other Wednesday
  • January 14, 28
  • February 11, 25
  • March 11, 25
  • April 8, 22
  • May 6, 20
  • June 3, 17
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
  • January 14, 28
  • February 11, 25
  • March 11, 25
  • April 8, 22
  • May 6, 20
  • June 3, 17
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
  • January 6
  • February 3
  • March 3
  • April 7
  • May 5
  • June 2
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)
  • February 19, 26
  • March 5, 12, 19, 26
  • April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
  • May 7, 14
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, Monthly
  • January 21
  • February 25
  • March 18
  • April 15
  • May 20
  • June 17

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, Monthly
  • January 6
  • February 3
  • March 3
  • April 7
  • May 5
  • June 2
Times: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Yoga for the Bereaved

Yoga for the Bereaved

Move through grief with gentle poses and breathwork. Beginner-friendly.

When: Fridays, Weekly*
  • January 9, 16, 23
  • February 6, 13, 20, 27
  • March 6, 13, 20, 27
  • April 10, 17, 24

  • May 1, 8, 15, 29

Times: 10 am – 11 am

*No yoga on Jan. 30, Apr. 3, May 22

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