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: Tuesday, August 24th  Time: 5:30-6:30 PM  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

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: Tuesday, October 1 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. 

Event: Teen Woe Be Gone Retreat Date and Time: October 11, 2024 at 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Location: The Retreat at Bradley's Pond, 9002 Bradley Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309 (drop off and pick-up will be at Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee.) Join us for a one day retreat for middle and high school students who have experienced the death of a loved one (this loss does not have to be recent). Activities will include movement, music, creative arts and more. Trained facilitators will lead participants in activities as well as professional vendors from our community. Here are some of the benefits of attending this event: Connect with other teens who are grieving Learn helpful grief coping tips Participate in activities Find support and comfort during a difficult time Who should attend: Teens 13-17 who have lost a loved one What to bring: Yourself Registration: This event is free. Breakfast and lunch are included. Registration is required. Contact Whitney Snow at 850-878-5310 or bereavement@bigbendhospice.org with questions or to register.

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: Tuesday, October 22nd 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

As part of our Community Bereavement Care, Big Bend Hospice is offering a Feast of Remembrance 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: Thursday, November 11 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: 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. We invite you to bring a dish in memory or honor of your loved one to share.

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.