Monthly Hospice Bereavement Support Groups

Cleveland Clinic Hospice Bereavement Support Groups are focused on caring for you through compassionate listening and quality grief education. The free services are provided to anyone needing support on their grief journey.

Group gatherings are currently offered online through Microsoft Teams unless otherwise stated. To sign up for any group, please call 216.444.9819.

All Grief
This bi-monthly drop-in group is for all grievers. There is no set agenda and is good even if you aren’t ready to talk but just need the company of people who understand grief.
DATES: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
TIME: 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

Child Loss
This monthly drop-in group brings together parents who are grieving the loss of an adult child and seeking to find hope in the process of grief.
DATES: 1st Tuesday of each month
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Partner/Spouse Loss
This monthly drop-in group is for adults who wish to connect with others who are experiencing the loss of a partner.
DATES: 2nd Tuesday of each month
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

In Person
This monthly drop-in group is for all grievers who would like to meet face-to-face for support. RSVP Required.
LOCATION: 3358 Ridgewood Rd, Akron, OH 44333
DATES: 2nd Wednesday of the month
TIME: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Parent Loss
This monthly drop-in group is for adults who are working through the death of a parent or parent figure and reflecting on the legacy they left.
DATES: 3rd Tuesday of each month
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Sibling Loss
This monthly drop-in group explores the unique place that our brothers and sisters have in our lives and the challenges presented after one passes away.
DATES: 4th Tuesday of each month
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

2024 Spring Bereavement Groups & Events

Partner/Spouse Loss
This weekly series is for adults who wish to connect with others who are experiencing the loss of a spouse. Attendees can expect a caring and confidential environment and learn healthy and effective coping skills while meeting others.
DATES: Mondays, Jan. 8 – Feb. 26
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
DATES: Wednesdays, Mar. 20 – Apr. 24
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
DATES: Mondays, Jun. 3 – Jul. 22
TIME: 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Loss of a Parent
This weekly group is for adults who are working through the death of a parent or parent figure. Join us as we explore the lives of our parents, how we have changed since their passing, and the legacy they left.
DATES: Thursdays, Jan. 11 – Feb. 29
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
DATES: Mondays, Mar. 25 – Apr. 29
TIME: 3:30 pm – 5:00 p.m.
DATES: Wednesdays, Jun. 5 – Jul. 24
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Loss of a Sibling
This weekly group explores the unique place that our brothers and sisters have in our lives and the challenges presented after one passes away. Come and share how each of us is shaped and changed by the life and death of our siblings.
DATES: Thursdays, Mar. 14 – May 2
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Child Loss
 This weekly series brings together parents who are grieving the loss of an adult child. No matter how old or young, the death of a child is a life-changing experience and this group will focus on overcoming challenges and finding hope in the process of grief.
DATES: Mondays, Mar. 25 – May 13
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Grief Support for Youth

Cleveland Clinic Hospice offers a variety of free grief support options for elementary through high school aged youth. Professional and skilled staff aim to provide a creative outlet for children through art, music and movement. Youth can learn healthy ways of coping with difficult feelings of grief and find support and connection with their peers. If interested, please call 216.444.9819 or visit clevelandclinic.org/grief.

Middle/High School Group (7th – 12th Grade)
DATES: 2nd Tuesday of each month
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Elementary School Group (K – 6th Grade)
DATES: 2nd Monday of each month
TIME: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Camp Promise (K – 6th Grade) – A free in-person summer camp for children ages 6 – 12. Creative child-friendly activities are used to assist children in expressing their grief after the death of a loved one. Children learn to manage and understand their significant loss through creative play. Further details pending. Please call for more information.