Hospice of the Chesapeake

Stepping Stones Children's Grief Support Group (ages 6-12)
2022-09-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd, Millersville, MD, 21108, United States
Stepping Stones, a monthly group where children play games together, participate in a grief-related story time, and make crafts to commemorate their loved one, all while getting to know other children who can relate to their experiences of loss and grief. Children & Teen groups are held in-person in the Pasadena office. A meal is provided.
(The June group will be a family movie night-see front page)
These groups meet according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited in size, according to most recent guidelines and masks must be worn at all times within the building. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

SoulCollage® Grief Support Group (In Person and Virtual)
2022-09-12 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-11-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2022-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
SoulCollage Grief Support Group has participants create a series of collages to commemorate lost loved ones and to visually journal the grief process. The group will meet from 5 to 8 p.m. Mondays, 12, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, and Dec. 5 at the nonprofit’s office at 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, in Largo, Maryland, as well as via Zoom.
Attendance restrictions and requirements will be updated using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies prior to each event. Childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted in any of these groups.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Traumatic Loss Six-Week Group
2022-09-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Focusing on how to heal from death losses that involve trauma. It is a safe space where to learn skills of grounding, containing overwhelming feelings, releasing trauma from the body, and how to safely express the loss and its circumstances. Led by two clinicians with expertise in traumatic loss, it will be meet on our Pasadena campus from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, from Sept. 13 to Oct. 18. The cost is $60 and a six-week commitment is required. Call prior to registering as there will be a screening to ensure that the group is a good fit for you as a griever.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Monthly Morning Group (Virtual)
2022-09-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-10-12 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-11-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-12-14 10:30 - 12:00 | MD
Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Monthly Morning Group is for individuals grieving the death of a spouse or life partner. It will meet from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the second Wednesday of the month, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14.
Acknowledging that not everyone has access to this technology or may not be comfortable with it, the center suggests people call or email the office and grief professionals will work with individuals to help them find other appropriate resources if needed.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Monthly Evening Group
2022-09-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-10-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For individuals grieving the death of a spouse or life partner. It will meet on our Pasadena campus from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month, Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14.
Registration is required for all groups and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Phoenix Rising Teen Grief Support Group (ages 13-18)
2022-09-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-10-19 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Phoenix Rising, a monthly group for teens ages 13 to 18 grieving the loss of a loved one, children & teen groups are held in-person in the Pasadena office from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. A meal is provided along with games and other activities.
These groups meet according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited in size, according to most recent guidelines and masks must be worn at all times within the building. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Middle School Grief Support Group
2022-09-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-10-19 18:30 - 20:00, 2022-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Middle School Grief Support Group is a monthly support group for middle school-aged children to connect and share with others who have lost a loved one. Children & Teen groups are held in-person in the Pasadena office. It meets at the same time but in a different room as the Phoenix Rising group – A meal is provided along with games and other activities.
These groups meet according to the guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control and Anne Arundel County. Groups are limited in size, according to most recent guidelines and masks must be worn at all times within the building. The cost for each group is $10 per participant, with a maximum of $20 per family. Pre-registration is required for all these programs and must be completed before attending by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Emily Schindler Memorial Lecture: Trauma-Informed Care Throughout the Lifespan
2022-09-28 09:00 - 12:30 | Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
Trauma impacts every area of functioning, including physical, mental, behavioral, and social. Trauma-informed care means treating the whole person while understanding the traumatic experiences they have encountered from birth to the present time. This innovative seminar will allow the participants to view trauma throughout the lifespan and help them understand why learning about the child that came before the older adult is essential.

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe how to assess for trauma throughout the lifespan
2. Explain the role of trauma assessments and when it needs to be addressed
3. Explain the impact trauma at a young age can have on an older adult
4. Identify symptoms and diagnoses that manifest from trauma
5. Develop a plan of care that minimize re-traumatization

This program is approved for 3 Category 1 CEUs for Social Workers and 3 Category A CEUs for Counselors and Therapists in Maryland. For more information, please visit the registration link below.
Register Here

*CANCELED* Family Night Grief Workshop
2022-09-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
*CANCELED* Family Night will use creative expression for families to learn to cope with the grief process. This workshop will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29, in our Prince George’s County location at 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo. The cost is $25 per family.
Attendance restrictions and requirements will be updated using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies prior to each event. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Cooking While Grieving
2022-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Whole Foods Market, 200 Harker Place, Suite 100, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Someone once said that another part of grief is learning to cook for oneself. Cooking While Grieving is an opportunity to share a meal and conversation about what it’s like to cook and dine after a loss. In partnership with Whole Foods Market in the Annapolis Town Center, join a small group of other grievers for a chef-prepared dinner in the market’s Culinary and Community Center from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5. The cost is $40. Space is limited.
Attendance restrictions and requirements will be updated using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies prior to each event. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

NEW DATE: Fall Nature Mandala Workshop
2022-10-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
DATE CHANGE: This workshop will now take place on Friday Oct. 28.
The Fall Nature Mandala Workshop combines an appreciation for the woods and gardens on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus with the restorative practice of creating nature mandalas. Sanskrit for “circle,” a mandala is a geometric design that represents a journey, starting from the outside and working inward. By slowing down and listening to the voices of nature, people can gain an opportunity to know themselves and the healing qualities of mother nature. Participants will meet outdoors at 90 Ritchie Highway in Pasadena campus to gather natural materials and then create their own mandalas. The workshop will take place from 10 a.m. to noon, Friday, Oct. 28. The cost is $10.
Attendance restrictions and requirements will be updated using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies prior to each event. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Quarterly Child Loss Support Workshop via Zoom for Healthcare
2022-11-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Quarterly Child Loss Support Workshop is for parents grieving the death of a child, regardless of age or circumstance. It will meet online via Zoom for Healthcare from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2.
Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Pet Loss Workshop | Sponsored by Perfect Pet Resort
2022-11-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Perfect Pet Resort, 840 W. Bay Front Road, Lothian, 20711, United States
Our Pet Loss Workshop is a free program for adults mourning the loss of a beloved animal friend. It includes a welcome, a time to share individual stories, an introduction to the grief process, an art activity to honor your beloved pet, brainstorming and suggestions for healthy coping. This workshop is sponsored by Perfect Pet Resort and will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 12 at their location at 840 W. Bay Front Road, Lothian, Maryland.
Register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pet-loss-workshop-sponsored-by-perfect-pet-resort-tickets-410068866017.
For questions, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Attendance restrictions and requirements will be updated using the most recent Centers for Disease Control guidelines and organizational policies prior to each event. Registration is required and can be completed by calling
Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Living with Loss through the Holidays
2022-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Burnett Calvert Hospice House, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20678, United States
For many years, Chesapeake Life Center’s popular Living with Loss through the Holidays workshops have helped adults grieving a loss get through a difficult time of the year.
The season begins with an adult workshop hosted by Calvert Hospice, an affiliate brand of Hospice of the Chesapeake. It will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Burnett Calvert Hospice House, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland.

Led by grief professionals, participants can join in group activities that help them find a way to honor the memory of their loved ones while still granting themselves permission to grieve.
The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 1-888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Living with Loss through the Holidays (In Person and Online)
2022-12-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
For many years, Chesapeake Life Center’s popular Living with Loss through the Holidays workshops have helped adults grieving a loss get through a difficult time of the year.

One of the three adult workshops will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7, in our Prince George’s County office at 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250. Largo, Maryland.

For those who prefer to participate from their own home, the Largo session also will be held via Zoom. Participants will be able to interact with those in attendance.

Led by grief professionals, participants can join in group activities that help them find a way to honor the memory of their loved ones while still granting themselves permission to grieve.

The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 1-888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Living with Loss through the Holidays
2022-12-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For many years, Chesapeake Life Center’s popular Living with Loss through the Holidays workshops have helped adults grieving a loss get through a difficult time of the year.

One of the three adult workshops will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7, on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland.

Led by grief professionals, participants can join in group activities that help them find a way to honor the memory of their loved ones while still granting themselves permission to grieve.

The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 1-888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Living with Loss through the Holidays for Children and Teens
2022-12-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For many years, Chesapeake Life Center’s popular Living with Loss through the Holidays workshops have helped adults grieving a loss get through a difficult time of the year. This year, children and teens can get that help, too.

There are two opportunities for children ages 6 to 18 to take part in holiday-themed activities that will help them learn about getting through the holidays without their special person. Each will include breakout sessions for various age groups.

One of the children and teens workshops will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7, on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena.

The cost is $10 per person. Registration is required and can be completed by calling 1-888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Living with Loss through the Holidays for Children and Teens
2022-12-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way, Prince Frederick, 20678, United States
For many years, Chesapeake Life Center’s popular Living with Loss through the Holidays workshops have helped adults grieving a loss get through a difficult time of the year. This year, children and teens can get that help, too.

There are two opportunities for children ages 6 to 18 to take part in holiday-themed activities that will help them learn about getting through the holidays without their special person. Each will include breakout sessions for various age groups.

One of the children and teens workshops will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 14 at the Calvert Library Prince Frederick, 850 Costley Way.
The workshop is free to attend.

Registration is required and can be completed by calling 1-888-501-7077 or emailing griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
