"When my heart was heavy with grief, you showed me your kindness. I thank you for making my father’s transition from this life to the next, a beautiful thing."
"The services you provided were immeasurable. Not having lost anyone before, it was also unexpected. I got through the experience because I had the support of Seasons Hospice. Thank you!"
"I appreciate receiving the mailings and also was glad to know that there were groups to attend if I wanted to. Knowing that I could call you anytime helped a lot. I was really glad to be able to go to the Christmas holiday memorial service. Thank you!"
"I keep the little heart that was given to me at a bereavement meeting with me in my purse so I know where it is. When I feel bad, I get it out and say a prayer with it in my hand. It makes me feel so much better."
"Your cards and letters were very good. I felt like you have not forgotten us. I feel secure that you are there if and when you are needed. You are all so great. Thank you!"
Center for Grief Education and Support
The Center for Grief Education and Support specializes in comprehensive loss, grief and transition services for the bereaved, those who care for the bereaved and others in the region. For more information, please visit our Resources & Community Education section.
Bereavement Care
We provide educational and supportive services to patients and families during the patient’s illness. Services continue for families following the death of loved ones. Skilled practitioners help the grieving explore their experiences of loss and grief in a safe, confidential, understanding and hope-filled environment. For a listing of monthly events, please see the Seasons Hospice calendar. For more information, please contact the Center for Grief Education and Support at Seasons Hospice, 507-285-1930 or at shbp@seasonshospice.org. For a complete listing of bereavement resource materials that are available to order online, visit our Grief Education and Support Booklist.
Who is eligible?
Bereavement care is available to Seasons Hospice patients and families both before and following the death of a loved one. Care is also available to provide support for any bereaved person living within 30 miles of Rochester.
What is provided?
Seasons Hospice maintains a lending library with books as well as various publications and articles on subjects related to grief. Counselors lead support groups, are available for family and individual counseling, and can give referrals for services that fall outside their scope of practice.
What support groups are available at the Center for Grief Education and Support?
Coffee Get-Togethers
On-going, drop-in times to share with others; offered four times a month with morning and evening gatherings
Newly Bereaved
On-going groups for those who have experienced a death within the past three months; offered two times a month with afternoon and evening groups
Adult Grief
An eight week series, one evening per week which is offered three times a year for anyone in the process of adjusting and adapting to the loss of a loved one*
New Journey: Rebuilding Your Life
A four week series, one evening per week, for anyone beginning to look at what life holds now; offered once a year*
Managing Holidays Without Your Loved One
A two session evening program offered in the fall*
Managing Special Days Without Your Loved One
A two session evening program offered in the spring*
Note: Programs designated with an * require registration prior to the event. To register for a program, please contact us at 507-285-1930 or shbp@seasonshospice.org.
How are services paid for?
Services are offered at no charge and are funded through community support and voluntary donations.