No matter what the circumstances, grief is a painful process. We are happy to have a GriefShare grief support group for people dealing with the death of a family member or friend.
GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Over 13 weeks, you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal grief process. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.
Topics include how to manage grief-related emotions such as loneliness, anxiety, sadness, anger, and regret; how to cope with the changes in your life and relationships; how to recognize what’s normal in grief; and what to do if you feel stuck or hopeless.
At a weekly GriefShare meeting, you will view a video featuring respected counselors, teachers, and healthcare professionals on grief-related topics. After that is a small-group discussion for sharing, support, and personal application of what you learned on the video. You will receive a book to take home filled with valuable exercises for navigating your personal grieving process.
Our next round of GriefShare begins on Monday, May 18, 2026. Sign up by clicking the button below. The $20 registration covers all sessions and a workbook. Scholarships are available to anyone who needs help with the registration. Please contact Sherm Nichols if a scholarship would be helpful.
Please contact us at (815) 399-6767, or visit griefshare.org, if you have questions or would like more information.