Kids and Grief Support Group

Loss Due to the Death of a Loved One

Bereavement Support Groups for Ages 6-12

Separate Parent Support Groups offered

Hallmark Health Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, Inc. provides bereavement support to children ages 6 to 12 who have lost a loved one. Trained bereavement counselors and volunteers facilitate this group.. There is also a separate parent support group offered at the same time.

The goals of the Kids and Grief Support Group include:

  • To assist children in coping with grief and loss.
  • To normalize feelings of loss and grief.
  • For the child to both be supported and to give support with peers who have also experienced the death of a loved one.

Some of the activities utilized in these groups include:
Sharing Circles
Reading stories
Journaling
Arts and crafts
Expressive movement and guided visualization
Presence of ‘Sweetie’, small fluffy pet support
Snack & Talk

Kids and Grief Support Group

Location: Franklin School, 14 Franklin Street in Melrose

Meets twice monthy: 2nd & 4th Wednesday

Time: 4-5:30pm

Begins October 14, 2009

There is no fee to attend.

Registration is required

Please Call Judy Seifert, Bereavement Coordinator, at (781) 338-7861 to register or for information

For information on dates and times, please check under "Bereavement Support Groups" in our Community Outreach & Support Groups section.