Community Grief Support
For up-to-date information about our support groups, including meeting times and locations, please visit our calendar:
Groups for adults
For more information about our Kaleidoscope program and groups for children and teens, take a look at our Children’s Programs page.
Broken Silence
This support group is specifically for family and friends who have survived the suicide of a loved one.
When? 1st Tuesday of each month, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Where? 333 W Cork St, Winchester, VA, unless otherwise indicated
Lunch Bunch
Monthly outdoor gathering for a shared meal and companionship through grief. Meet other adults who have experienced the death of a loved one in a relaxed environment.
When? 2nd Tuesday of each month, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Where? Location varies
Next Chapter Book Discussion
Join us for a monthly book discussion with grief related themes in both fiction and nonfiction.
When? 4th Tuesday of every other month, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Where? Via Zoom or in person, location varies
Continuum (Virtual)
This bimonthly support group is for those who have accessed other grief support services and are continuing to grieve the loss of a loved one.
When? 1st Thursday of each month, 5:15 PM
Where? Virtual via Zoom
Craft Circle
This is an opportunity to connect with others in a low-key environment, and you may even pick up a new skill from another participant! Bring a craft, art supplies, or explore the materials we have available.
When? 4th Wednesday of each month, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Where?333 W Cork St, Winchester, VA, unless otherwise indicated
Register
Participation in our groups is available to anyone in our service area and entirely free of cost, but registration is required.
To register, call 540-313-9214, email, or register below:
Get in touch
Community grief support is available to anyone who needs it.
You can reach us at griefsupport@blueridgehospice.org, give us a call at +1 (540)-313-9214, or contact us below.
Our counselors
Courtney McCalley, MSEd
- Christina Thomas, LCSW
Sarah Chizanskos, MSW
