September 2024 Children’s Grief Support Group

Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group just for children. 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 children who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: September 24, 2024 Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Who: Children ages 6-12 who are grieving the loss of a loved one Location: The Family Room Located in the Jean McCully Family House 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 Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org

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September/October Six Week Grief Support Group

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: September 26, 2024 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at 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

October 2024 Teen Grief Support Group

Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group just for teens. 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 teens who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: October 1, 2024 Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Who: Teens ages 13-17 who are grieving the loss of a loved one Location: Great Room at 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 Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org

Free

September/October Six Week Grief Support Group

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: October 3, 2024 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at 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

October 2024 Suicide Loss Support Group

Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group for individuals dealing with a loss due to suicide. 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: October 8, 2024 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Who: Anyone who has lost someone due to suicide Location: Great Room at 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

Free

September/October Six Week Grief Support Group

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: October 10, 2024 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm Who: Anyone who has lost someone Location: Great Room at 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

2024 Teen Woe Be Gone Retreat

The Retreat at Bradley's Pond 9002 Bradley Road, Tallahassee, FL, United States

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.

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October 22 Children’s Grief Support Group

Big Bend Hospice offers a monthly grief support group just for children. 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 children who get what you're going through. Get support from professionals: Trained grief counselors guide the group. Date: October 22, 2024 Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Who: Children ages 6-12 who are grieving the loss of a loved one Location: The Family Room Located in the Jean McCully Family House. 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 Whitney Snow at (850) 878-5310 or wsnow@bigbendhospice.org

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2024 Family Feast of Remembrance

This event is for families who are grieving the loss of a loved one. We invite you to bring a dish in memory or honor of your loved one to share. We will provide time for those who wish to share the story connected to their dish. Here’s what you can expect: Connect with other families who are grieving Learn helpful grief coping tips Share a meal and memories Find support and comfort during a difficult time Date: November 5, 2024 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Who: Anyone who has lost someone due to suicide Location: Great Room at 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. What to bring: Yourself A dish in memory of your loved one For More Information: Contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org Here are some of the benefits of attending this event: Connect with other families who are grieving Learn helpful grief coping tips Share a meal and memories Find support and comfort during a difficult time Who should attend: Anyone who is interested in learning more about grief and coping What to […]

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Songwriters for Hope 2024

Big Bend Hospice cordially invites you to join us for the 2024 Songwriters for Hope Here's what you can expect: A night of great food, incredible drinks, and fabulous music. A chance to learn more about some of the greatest songs in country music. Proceeds will support the mission of Big Bend Hospice. Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024 Time: 6:30 pm Who: Anyone who loves music and wants to support Big Bend Hospice Location: Phipps Farm 4300 N Meridian Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32312 Registration: Registration information coming soon. For More Information or to Register: Contact Connie Palmer at (850) 878-5310 or cepalmer@bigbendhospice.org

2024 Family Hope for the Holidays

Event: Hope for the Holidays Date and Time: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:30 pm Location: Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 This event is for families who are grieving the loss of a loved one. It will be an evening of making holiday ornaments in memory of loved ones and sharing helpful grief-coping tips for the upcoming holidays. Light refreshments will be served. Here are some of the benefits of attending this event: Connect with other families who are grieving Learn helpful grief coping tips Create a holiday ornament in memory of your loved one Find support and comfort during a difficult time Who should attend: Families who are grieving the loss of a loved one Anyone who is interested in learning more about grief and coping What to bring: Yourself A photo of your loved one (optional) Registration: This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. For more information, contact Pam Mezzina at (850) 878-5310 or pamezzina@bigbendhospice.org with questions or to register.

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Pearl Harbor Day Veterans Paver Service

McCully Garden 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Event: Pearl Harbor Day Veterans Paver Service Date and Time: Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00 pm Location: McCully House Garden 1723 Mahan Center Boulevard, Tallahassee, FL 32308 In honor of Pearl Harbor Day, the Big Bend Hospice Foundation will hold a special memorial paver ceremony in our Veterans' Memorial Garden. As the postlude is offered, please join us for light refreshments and a stroll through the Veterans Memorial Garden to view your loved one’s paver and to celebrate and honor veterans. This event will feature: A musical tribute to each branch of the armed forces A speech commemorating the 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor A unique rendition of taps in honor of all those who were lost A chance to share memories of your loved one and find support and comfort Who should attend: Anyone who has purchased a paver to remember a veteran Anyone who has lost a loved one who was a veteran What to bring: Yourself Registration: This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Leila McClure at 850-878-5310 or llmcclure@bigbendhospice.org with questions or to purchase a paver.