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Centre for Living with Dying

Support Groups

The Centre for Living with Dying offers support groups that address the following topics:

  • Dimensions of Grief
    Dimensions of Grief is intended for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group meets on Saturday mornings from 10:00am - 11:30am for 8 weeks.
  • Healing Heart
    The Healing Heart group is intended for families with children who have lost a loved one. The group meets on Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm - 7:30pm for 9 weeks. For more information on the Healthing Heart program, please click here.
  • Holiday Group
    The Holiday Group is intended for those who are experiencing the loss of a loved one over the holiday season. This 4-week support group meets Monday evenings from 7:00pm - 8:30pm.
  • Living with the Death of a Parent
    Living with the Death of a Parent is intended for individuals who have experienced the death of a parent. The group meets on Thursday evenings from 7:00pm - 8:30pm for 8 weeks.
  • Living with the Death of a Partner / Spouse
    Living with the Death of a Partner or Spouse is intended for individuals who have experienced the loss of a partner or spouse. The group meets Monday evenings from 7:00pm - 8:30pm for 8-weeks.
  • Survivors of Suicide
    Survivors of Suicide is intended for individuals who have lost a loved one to death by suicide. The group meets Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm - 8:30pm for 8 weeks.
  • HIV / AIDS Rejuvenation Retreat
    Three times a year, the Centre for Living with Dying hosts an HIV / AIDS Rejuvenation Retreat. The retreat is open to anyone living with, caretaking for, or affected by HIV / AIDS. The retreat is meant to be a day of relaxation and support for participants and is free to join.
    For more information, dates or to RSVP, please contact Bill Wilson Center at (408) 243-0222 and ask for an Intake Counselor.