Hospice of the Owens Valley Provides Grief Support Program

As a not-for-profit organization, Hospice of the Owens Valley is committed to providing grief support services, not only to the families of our patients but to our entire community.

Perhaps the greatest gift handed to us by the grief process is the opportunity to move forward into a new understanding of ourselves. When we emerge from grieving the loss of a loved one, we embrace our lives from a slightly different perspective. From this new vantage point we find ourselves re-engaging in ways we never expected or even thought possible. The process of grieving can be a time of rebirth, renewal and growth.

Grieving the death of a loved one can be a painful and lonely experience. It can change our world by altering our relationships with others, and our own sense of identity. Our daily habits are disrupted, activities associated with specific roles are lost, and life plans are derailed in the wake of significant loss. Frequently, it is difficult for us to know if the feelings and reactions we are experiencing are normal.

Our society encourages us to “get over it and get on with life”. This leads to further pain and isolation. Grief is the natural response to profound loss and is the expression of the strong bond you had with the person who died. No two people grieve in exactly the same way. The way we express our grief is influenced by many things. Grief, the natural response to a loss, is actually a whole array of feelings that deserve attention and care.

The power of group support can help to transform the pain of loss into growth, healing, and inspiration for the future. With the support and assistance of an experienced bereavement facilitator, members can develop a sense of ease and acceptance in daily living while they learn to live with loss.

Hospice of the Owens Valley is offering an 8-week support group starting Thursday, January 26th and will meet weekly on Thursday from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. This group is open to anyone, provided they are able to participate in a brief phone assessment to ensure that the group is appropriate for their needs. The group will be led by Hospice of the Owens Valleys’ Bereavement Coordinator, Patrick Thompson. This group will provide comfort and information that will help to assure a healthy progression through the grief process. There is no cost, but donations are always welcome.

If interested, please call 760/872-4663 to sign up, as reservations are required prior to the first meeting. The support group will be limited to 10 participants.

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