Calendar

Loss of a Parent Support Group

This eight-week support group is for any adult (18+ years old) who has lost a parent. Each week will focus on a different aspect of grieving a parent. Participants are required to attend the first meeting and asked to be present for all 8 sessions. Participants may attend this support group no more than two times. Minimum 5 registrants required to run this group.

Participants must register by Friday, February 21st: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Meditations for Grief

Learn a different meditation technique each week in this 6-part series. In each session participants will be guided through a meditation created specifically to promote healing from grief.

Participants are required to attend the first meeting and asked to be present for all 6 sessions. No prior experience with meditation is needed. Minimum 3 registrants required to run this group.

Register by Monday February 24th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

Registration Deadline for Honoring our Loved Ones & our Grief through Gratitude

We gather to share gratitude practices and rituals which honor our loved ones and our grief. Although gratitude is an overused word in our culture, especially in November each year, it is an important skill which helps us develop resiliency.

Register by Thursday, March 6th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

March Drum Circle

Drum circles create a fun, supportive, and safe environment to lose yourself in the rhythm and beat. Be creative as we improvise rhythms on a variety of instruments such as bongos, tubanos, shakers, and other small rhythm instruments. Drumming in community creates space to be creative and free. No music experience necessary. Minimum 3 participants required to run this free drum circle. 

Register by Thursday, February 27th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

GRC Book Club: Anxiety-The Missing Stage of Grief

GRC Book Club: Anxiety: the missing stage of grief by Claire Bidwell Smith, LCPC

Join us for a 4-part guided discussion about the connections between anxiety and grief. Drawing on her personal experiences with loss as well as years working as a grief counselor, author Claire Bidwell Smith shares helpful suggestions for healing in this book.

Books not provided but participants can find this title at any local library. Please plan to attend all sessions.

Register by February 27th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Truth Cards for Grief Workshop

Need some inspiration or a pep-talk to help you cope with your loss or life stressors? Use cut & paste journaling to create little Truth Cards with the words you need to hear. Tuck them in your purse, wallet, or hang them on your mirror to soothe your heart and soul, and provide inspiration and motivation.

Register by Thursday, February 27th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Registration Deadline for Shattering Grief Workshop

This workshop will provide a unique approach to naming the emotions surrounding loss of a loved one, letting go of regrets, and reconnecting with life without them through an interactive project. Registrants are asked to bring a photo of your loved one. Minimum of 3 registrants required.

Register by March 10th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

Registration Deadline for Handling Anger & Guilt Workshop

Guilt and anger can be two of the most persistent and intense feelings during grief. This workshop will give you tools to handle both tumultuous feelings.

Register by Thursday, March 13th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Honoring our Loved Ones & our Grief through Gratitude

We gather to share gratitude practices and rituals which honor our loved ones and our grief. Although gratitude is an overused word in our culture, especially in November each year, it is an important skill which helps us develop resiliency.

Register by Thursday, March 6th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Shattering Grief Workshop

This workshop will provide a unique approach to naming the emotions surrounding loss of a loved one, letting go of regrets, and reconnecting with life without them through an interactive project. Registrants are asked to bring a photo of your loved one. Minimum of 3 registrants required.

Register by March 10th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Registration Deadline for What do I do with this? Going through Belongings Workshop

Going through our loved ones belongings can be overwhelming and heartbreaking. Come learn strategies to help you decide what to keep and what to let go of. We'll talk about ways to honor your loved one and their legacy through the belongings you chose to keep or give to family & friends. And we'll give you suggestions for where to donate the items you chose to let go. 

Register by Tuesday, March 18th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Registration Deadline for Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

The loss of a loved can cause a shockwave of changes across all areas of a person’s life. Relationships, daily routines, activities and even our values can shift during grief causing us to feel confused about our place in the world. This workshop will present ways to reconnect with what’s important as people rebuild life after loss.

Register by Wednesday, March 19th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

Handling Anger & Guilt Workshop

Guilt and anger can be two of the most persistent and intense feelings during grief. This workshop will give you tools to handle both tumultuous feelings.

Register by Thursday, March 13th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

What do I do with this? Going through Belongings Workshop

Going through our loved ones belongings can be overwhelming and heartbreaking. Come learn strategies to help you decide what to keep and what to let go of. We'll talk about ways to honor your loved one and their legacy through the belongings you chose to keep or give to family & friends. And we'll give you suggestions for where to donate the items you chose to let go. 

Register by Tuesday, March 18th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Who Am I Now? Rebuilding Identity & Purpose After a Loss

The loss of a loved can cause a shockwave of changes across all areas of a person’s life. Relationships, daily routines, activities and even our values can shift during grief causing us to feel confused about our place in the world. This workshop will present ways to reconnect with what’s important as people rebuild life after loss.

Register by Wednesday, March 19th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024

Second Phase Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend. Permission from the facilitator is required to attend this group. 

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Loss of a Spouse/Partner Support Group

This group meets weekly and requires registration to attend.

Before your first time attending a group session, you will need to contact the Grief Resource Center at (414)586-8383 to speak with a Bereavement Counselor and fill out opening paperwork.

Grief 101: An Introductory Class on Grief & Healing

Grief 101 meets every Thursday, 4:00-5:00 pm. No registration required. 

A cycle of 4 classes will run continuously, each of the 4 weeks covering unique topics. 

                    Class 1:  Getting the Lay of the Land

                    Class 2:  Navigating the Ups & Downs

                    Class 3: Exploring New Territory

                    Class 4:Honoring the Journey

Participants may join at any point in the cycle, and participate in the classes as many times as they like. 

Registration Deadline for April Drum Circle

Drum circles create a fun, supportive, and safe environment to lose yourself in the rhythm and beat. Be creative as we improvise rhythms on a variety of instruments such as bongos, tubanos, shakers, and other small rhythm instruments. Drumming in community creates space to be creative and free. No music experience necessary. Minimum 3 participants required to run this free drum circle. 

Register by Thursday, March 27th: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/springGRC2024