Bereavement support programs are intended as a source of strength and hope for adults coping with bereavement following the death of a loved one. Seminars and support groups offer unique healing benefits, different from those offered in individual psychotherapy.

Our programs and services are non-denominational. All are welcome, regardless of religious affiliation or belief system. Bereavement programs and services are offered free-of-charge. Donations are welcomed.

Hear what participants had to say:

“I learned my thoughts and feelings are not crazy, but normal and healing.’

‘It helps to know I am not alone in my journey through grief.’

‘I came in despair but leave glimpsing hope.’

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Groups, programs, and counseling services are offered by Bess Chosak, RN, MSN. Bess has extensive experience in acute illness and hospice care, and she has been teaching and counseling in the field of grief and bereavement for 25 years.

Programs are generally held in the Selina Lewis Building, Hospital of Saint Raphael.
Free parking is generally available near the meeting room at the Father McGivney Center for Cancer Care. Dates and times of these programs vary throughout the year.

For more information or current offerings, please feel free to contact the Pastoral Care office at 203 789-3245 or Blongobardi@srhs.org.

This page was last updated on 8/7/07