JourneyCare Grief Support Options
Our JourneyCare Grief Support Groups, conducted by licensed grief counselors, will either meet in-person, in one of our office locations, or will use Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual group sessions. Microsoft Teams is a secure virtual space for group sessions. You can join either from your computer or your phone, and your counselor will be in contact with you to assist you in joining.
All events require pre-registration:
For more information or to RSVP
Call: 224-770-2273
Email: griefsupport@journeycare.org
Grief to Hope Support Group
Grief to Hope is an 8-week support group for adults who have lost a loved one recently. Education and information related to the grief journey will be offered, as well as an opportunity for shared understanding and compassionate support.
Grief to Hope: General Loss
Thursday, February 20 – April 10, 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
(Virtual)
Tuesday, March 11 – April 29, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
(Barrington Care Center)
Wednesday, April 16 – June 4, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
(Barrington Care Center)
Thursday, May 22 – July 10, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
(Virtual)
Navigating Grief Workshop
As you begin the journey through grief, you may have questions, fears and concerns about what lies ahead. This workshop provides an overview of common grief reactions, what to expect while grieving, and coping strategies.
Navigating Grief Workship: General Loss
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
(Virtual)
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
(Virtual)
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
(Barrington Care Center)
Together in Grief: A Workshop for Adults Mourning a Parent
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
(Virtual)
Writing Through Grief
During this online group series, you will write through directed prompts and journaling activities to help navigate the grieving process. Each session participants will be given journaling exercises to honor your loved one and understand your grief. Members will be given the opportunity to share their writings in a safe group environment. Supplies needed: a journal dedicated to the workshop and a writing utensil.
Memory Lantern Workshop:
Wednesday, May 29 – June 26, 2024
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
(Virtual)
Other Services Provided
Our licensed counselors also provide individual supportive grief counseling, follow-up calls and other resources or referrals as needed.