2024 Adult Feast of Remembrance

Big Bend Hospice - Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard, Tallahassee, United States

As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Feast of Remembrance for adults dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  Event Details:  Date: Thursday, November 14 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room This group provides a safe space for those who have lost a loved one to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No cost Who: Individuals who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent Registration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org. We invite you to bring a dish in memory or honor of your loved one to share.

2024 Family Hope for the Holidays Workshop

Big Bend Hospice - Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard, Tallahassee, United States

As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Hope for the Holidays Workshop for families dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  Event Details:  Date: Tuesday, December 3 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room This group provides a safe space for families who have lost a loved one to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No cost Who: Families who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent Registration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.

2024 Adult Hope for the Holidays Workshop

Big Bend Hospice - Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center 1723 Mahan Center Boulvard, Tallahassee, United States

As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Hope for the Holidays Workshop for adults dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the workshop in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief and connect with others.  Event Details:  Date: Thursday, December 12 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center Conference Room This group provides a safe space for those who have lost a loved one to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No cost Who: Individuals who have lost a loved one. This loss does not have to be recent Registration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org.

Event Series Teen Night

Teen Night

BBH Jean McCully Family House - Family Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Does your teen need a safe and supportive space to talk about the death of someone special? As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group, at no cost, for teens ages 13-17. The loss does not have to be recent for a teen to benefit from participating.  Event Details:  Date: First Tuesday of the Month Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Family Room at the Jean McCully Family House, located behind the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center This group provides a safe space for teens to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No Cost Who: Teens ages 13-17 Registration: Please contact Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org Registration is required for the initial session. 

Virtual Support Session: Grief Tips for the Newly Bereaved

Virtual Event - ZOOM

Experiencing the loss of a loved one can feel overwhelming and isolating. In this no-cost virtual presentation, we invite any adult seeking support to join us as we explore the basics of grief, share practical tips for coping, and provide resources to help navigate this challenging time. Led by Pam Mezzina, LCSW, this session is designed to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can better understand the grief process and learn tips for coping. Whether you're newly bereaved or support someone who is, we're here to provide guidance and encouragement. Participants are welcome to share questions and feedback in the chat throughout the session. Event Details:  Date: January 16 Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Location: This group will meet virtually via Zoom. Please register for more information.   More Information:  Cost: No cost Anyone who has experience a recent loss Registration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org

January – February Six Week Grief Support Group

BBH Jean McCully Family House – Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Update: This grief group is full. To get on the grief group wait list, please email bereavement@bigbendhospice.org Big Bend Hospice offers a six-week grief support group for individuals dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the group in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief, and connect with others. Here's what you can expect: A safe and welcoming space: Share your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Learn about grief: Understand what's normal and get tips for coping. Connect with others: Meet other survivors who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: Weekly from January 23 to February 27 Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at the Jean McCully Family House Located behind the Big Bend Hospice Administration Building 1723 Mahan Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 Registration: This event is free and open to the community. Registration is required for the initial session. For More Information or to Register: Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org

Event Series Children’s Night

Children’s Night

BBH Jean McCully Family House - Family Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Is your child in need of a safe and supportive space to talk about the death of someone special? As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly support group, at no cost, for children ages 6-12. The loss does not need to be recent for a child to benefit from participating.  Event Details:  Date: Fourth Tuesday of the Month Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Family Room at the Jean McCully Family House, located behind the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center This group provides a safe space for children to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No cost Who: Children ages 6-12 Registration: Please contact Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org Registration is required for the initial session

January – February Six Week Grief Support Group

BBH Jean McCully Family House – Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Update: This grief group is full. To get on the grief group wait list, please email bereavement@bigbendhospice.org Big Bend Hospice offers a six-week grief support group for individuals dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the group in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief, and connect with others. Here's what you can expect: A safe and welcoming space: Share your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Learn about grief: Understand what's normal and get tips for coping. Connect with others: Meet other survivors who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: Weekly from January 23 to February 27 Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at the Jean McCully Family House Located behind the Big Bend Hospice Administration Building 1723 Mahan Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 Registration: This event is free and open to the community. Registration is required for the initial session. For More Information or to Register: Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org

Event Series Teen Night

Teen Night

BBH Jean McCully Family House - Family Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Does your teen need a safe and supportive space to talk about the death of someone special? As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group, at no cost, for teens ages 13-17. The loss does not have to be recent for a teen to benefit from participating.  Event Details:  Date: First Tuesday of the Month Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: This group will meet in the Family Room at the Jean McCully Family House, located behind the Elaine C. Bartelt Administration Center This group provides a safe space for teens to share their feelings, ask questions, and learn healthy ways to cope with grief.  More Information:  Cost: No Cost Who: Teens ages 13-17 Registration: Please contact Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org Registration is required for the initial session. 

January – February Six Week Grief Support Group

BBH Jean McCully Family House – Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Update: This grief group is full. To get on the grief group wait list, please email bereavement@bigbendhospice.org Big Bend Hospice offers a six-week grief support group for individuals dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the group in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief, and connect with others. Here's what you can expect: A safe and welcoming space: Share your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Learn about grief: Understand what's normal and get tips for coping. Connect with others: Meet other survivors who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: Weekly from January 23 to February 27 Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at the Jean McCully Family House Located behind the Big Bend Hospice Administration Building 1723 Mahan Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 Registration: This event is free and open to the community. Registration is required for the initial session. For More Information or to Register: Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org

Bereavement Buddies Walk

Cascades Park 1001 S Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Big Bend Hospice is hosting a no-cost Bereavement Buddies walk. This event offers a supportive space for those grieving the loss of a loved one to connect with others in a relaxed, outdoor setting. Weather permitting, we will meet near the Korean War Memorial and walk a loop around the park. Feel free to bring a chair and water if you'd like. Event Details:  Date: February 13 Time: 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Cascades Park (Meet near the Korean War Memorial)   More Information:  Cost: No cost Anyone who has experience a recent loss Registration: Please contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pmezzina@bigbendhospice.org

January – February Six Week Grief Support Group

BBH Jean McCully Family House – Great Room 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Update: This grief group is full. To get on the grief group wait list, please email bereavement@bigbendhospice.org Big Bend Hospice offers a six-week grief support group for individuals dealing with a loss. Trained grief counselors lead the group in a safe space where you can talk openly, learn healthy ways to cope with your grief, and connect with others. Here's what you can expect: A safe and welcoming space: Share your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Learn about grief: Understand what's normal and get tips for coping. Connect with others: Meet other survivors who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: Weekly from January 23 to February 27 Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at the Jean McCully Family House Located behind the Big Bend Hospice Administration Building 1723 Mahan Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 Registration: This event is free and open to the community. Registration is required for the initial session. For More Information or to Register: Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org