Calvert Pines Senior Center Drop In Grief Support Group
2025-08-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Calvert Pines Senior Center, 450 W Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20678, United States
The monthly group will meet from 1 to 2 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the Calvert Pines Senior Center, 450 W. Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland. Other groups meet at the North Beach and Southern Pines senior centers on different dates and times.
Chesapeake Life Center’s Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to anyone grieving. Groups offer participants an opportunity to share their feelings and obtain support from others who are experiencing loss. There is no fee and no registration is required.
For details, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children

Creating Hope: Therapeutic Art Exercises in Griefwork
2025-08-23 13:00 - 14:30 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
Creating can help us express things we have no words for, discover more about ourselves and glean beauty through our sorrow. In each session, people will participate in a therapeutic art project to help with personal grief work and connect with one another.
This workshop is open to teens, as well as adults. Supplies are provided. No art skills are required. It will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 19 and Aug. 23, at the Burnett Center for Hope and Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland. The cost is $10 per session.
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.

North Beach Senior Center Drop-In Grief Support Group
2025-09-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00 | North Beach Senior Center, North Beach Senior Center, 9010 Chesapeake Ave, North Beach, MD, 20714, United States
The monthly group will meet from 1 to 2 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at the North Beach Senior Center, 9010 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach, Maryland. Other groups meet at Southern Pines and Calvert Pines senior centers on different dates and times.
Chesapeake Life Center’s Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to anyone grieving. Groups offer participants an opportunity to share their feelings and obtain support from others who are experiencing loss. There is no fee and no registration is required.
For details, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children

John & Cathy Belcher Campus Community Open House
2025-09-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Hospice of the Chesapeake invites the community to a Community Open House, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Sept. 9, on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD. Remarks will begin at 10 a.m.
Guests will hear from Becky Miller, CEO, and Michael McHale, former CEO, as they reflect on the organization’s shared past and bold vision for the future. The event will also mark several meaningful milestones:

Honoring the 10-year legacy of compassion at the Rebecca Fortney Inpatient Care Center.
Celebrating the opening of the Center for Hope and Healing on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus.
Experiencing the newly installed Phone of the Wind in the Michael Stanley Children’s Garden.

Visitors can enjoy light refreshments, campus tours, and healing arts activities as they connect with Hospice of the Chesapeake’s mission of caring for life throughout the journey with illness and loss.
Come celebrate the extraordinary care made possible by so many people in our community, from individuals and families to organizations and businesses.
RSVP by Aug. 27 to Lauren Thurston at lthurston@hospicechesapeake.org. For questions, please call 443-837-1531.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Morning Group via Zoom
2025-09-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-10-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Online, 90 Ritchie Highway, pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Morning Group is a free group for individuals grieving the death of a spouse or life partner. It will meet from 10:30 a.m. to noon on the second Tuesday of the month via Zoom.
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.

Southern Pines Senior Center Drop-In Grief Support Group
2025-09-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Southern Pines Senior Center, Southern Pines Senior Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, MD, 20657, United States
The monthly group will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at Southern Pines Senior Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, Maryland. Other groups meet at the North Beach and Calvert Pines senior centers on different dates and times.For details, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Chesapeake Life Center’s Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to anyone grieving. Groups offer participants an opportunity to share their feelings and obtain support from others who are experiencing loss. There is no fee and no registration is required.
Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children

Emily Schindler Memorial Lecture: Motivational Interviewing for Medical Decision Making
2025-09-12 09:30 - 12:45 | Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park, MD, 21146, United States
Chesapeake Life Center invites the community to the 20th annual Emily Schindler Memorial Lecture, “Motivational Interviewing for Medical Decision Making,” presented by Christopher Wirt, LCSW-C. The lecture will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, in the Fellowship Hall at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park, Maryland.
When someone is seriously ill or nearing the end of life, they and their loved ones often face tough medical decisions that can bring up a lot of emotions and uncertainty. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a practical, evidence-based approach for helping people resolve ambivalence and clarify their values in a way that guides them toward positive change and growth.
This interactive session will introduce the basics of MI—what it is, how it works and how to use it. Wirt will demonstrate how MI can be especially helpful in hospice, palliative care, and hospital settings, and offer opportunities to participants for skill development. By learning how to listen deeply, ask the right questions and build trust, professionals can discover how MI can make challenging conversations more meaningful and supportive for patients and caregivers.
The annual lecture was created in 2005 through a gift to the Schindler family from the Saint Agnes Cancer Center. Emily Schindler was an 18-year-old freshman at Frostburg State University and a member of the SPY swim team in Severna Park, Maryland, when she was tragically killed in a car accident in 2004.
Registration begins at 9 a.m. and a light breakfast will be provided. Maryland Board social workers can earn three Category 1 continuing education credits. The cost is $30. Pre-registration is required and can be completed at https://education.hospicechesapeake.org/item/2025-schindler.
For details, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.
About the presenter:

Christopher Wirt, LCSW-C, is the Executive Branch Director with Bethany Christian Services where he oversees efforts to serve children and families in Maryland and Virginia, including programs working with children who are unaccompanied refugee migrants, as well as infant and foster care adoption services.
Since 2018, he has been a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), an international organization committed to promoting excellence in training of Motivational Interviewing (MI). Wirt has offered MI training to a wide variety of professionals across the country and has presented on MI at national conferences.
Wirt’s direct practice experience includes 16 years of working with children and families involved in the child welfare system, primarily in foster care and adoption services. He was a faculty member at the University of Maryland School of Social Work for 12 years and currently teaches a graduate-level MI course at the University of Buffalo. He earned his bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and his master’s degree in social work from the University of Maryland.
About Chesapeake Life Center
Chesapeake Life Center, a program service of Hospice of the Chesapeake, serves hospice family members and the community with bereavement services and activities aimed at enhancing the quality of life for those grieving the loss of a loved one. For details, visit www.chesapeakelifecenter.org.
Chesapeake Life Center is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education learning activities and maintains full responsibility for this program. This training qualifies for Category 1 continuing education units.

Hospice of the Chesapeake Annual Golf Tournament
2025-09-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Queenstown Harbor Golf Links, 310 Links Ln, Queenstown, MD, 21658, United States
The Annual Golf Tournament benefiting Hospice of the Chesapeake is one of the region’s most popular charity golf events. It’s held at a spectacular time, on a beautiful course and for an even better reason — every swing brings hope and every putt makes a difference. This year’s event will take place Thursday, Sept. 25, at the scenic Queenstown Harbor Golf Course in Queenstown, Maryland.
Area golfers are encouraged to reserve their foursomes now for this unforgettable day of purpose and play. The day includes a full breakfast by Main & Market, lunch at the turn by Buddy’s Grill, an awards banquet by Two Rivers Steak & Fish House, beverages on the course, range time, greens fees, golf cart and a $50 gift to be used at the mobile Taylor Made Pop Up Shop. Registration will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. shotgun start.
Last year’s event raised nearly $225,000 for the programs and services offered by the nonprofit serving Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles and Prince George’s counties. This year’s event is already off to an amazing start thanks to its many sponsors, including Masters level sponsor Safford Brown Auto Group; Augusta level sponsor The Michael Stanley Foundation; and Heritage Level sponsors Coastal Management Associates, LLC; Crescent Cities Charities; Flooring Partners; George W. Stone Family Foundation; SMART; and Waterfront Engineering and Design.
Whether a seasoned golfer, a casual player, or an enthusiastic sponsor, you’ll help bring comfort and healing to patients, loved ones, and the community during life’s most difficult moments. Come for the game, stay for the cause — and make a lasting impact.
To reserve your foursome or become a sponsor or underwriter, visit https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/golf. For details, contact Lauren Thurston at 443-837-1531 or events@hospicechesapeake.org.

Nature’s Healing Power: A Grief Support Group Series
2025-09-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-09 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Governor Bridge Natural Area, 7600 Governor Bridge Road, Bowie, Maryland
Nature’s Healing Power: A Grief Support Group Series is a free, nature-informed program that will include immersive walks in nature, time spent focusing on the cycle of the seasons and working with natural objects to contain and express the grief experience. It will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 25, and Oct. 2, 9 and 16, at Governor Bridge Natural Area, 7600 Governor Bridge Road, Bowie, Maryland.
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.

Monday Morning Mindfulness
2025-10-06 08:30 - 09:00, 2025-11-03 08:30 - 09:00 | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Enjoy a peaceful and supportive experience designed to reduce stress, enhance focus, and bring more awareness into your daily life. Start your Monday with mindfulness and set the tone for a balanced, intentional week. Open to the community, staff and clients. It will take place at 8:30 to 9 a.m. Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 in the Michael Stanley Children’s Garden, weather permitting, or the Center for Hope & Healing. Both are located on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. This is a free program.
For information, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org. Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children.

Caregiver & Cancer Survivorship Yoga
2025-10-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
Join us and CalvertHealth for a relaxing and rejuvenating evening with their oncologist, who will share an evidence-based holistic approach to wellness, integrating both mind and body.
Event Highlights:
Guided yoga session suitable for all levels
Insightful discussion on holistic wellness for the cancer survivor and caregivers
Light refreshments and time to connect
Come unwind, learn, and nourish your well-being in the supportive and peaceful environment of the Burnett Center for Hope & Healing.
To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caregiver-cancer-survivorship-yoga-tickets-1562943900279

Creating Hope: Therapeutic Art Exercises in Griefwork
2025-10-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
Creating can help us express things we have no words for, discover more about ourselves and glean beauty through our sorrow. In each session, people will participate in a therapeutic art project to help with personal grief work and connect with one another. This workshop is open to teens, as well as adults. Supplies are provided. No art skills are required. It will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 and Dec. 13 at the Burnett Center for Hope and Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland. The cost is $10 per session, which pays for supplies.
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.

Southern Pines Senior Center Drop-In Grief Support Group
2025-10-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Southern Pines Senior Center, Southern Pines Senior Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, MD, 20657, United States
The monthly group will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at Southern Pines Senior Center, 20 Appeal Lane, Lusby, Maryland. Other groups meet at the North Beach and Calvert Pines senior centers on different dates and times.
For details, call 888-501-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org.

Chesapeake Life Center’s Drop-In Grief Support Groups are open to anyone grieving. Groups offer participants an opportunity to share their feelings and obtain support from others who are experiencing loss. There is no fee and no registration is required.

Visit www.hospicechesapeake.org/events for a complete listing of in-person and virtual groups and workshops for adults and children

SoulCollage for Teens
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
SoulCollage is a collage-making activity that allows you to express yourself in whatever way feels OK to you. Sometimes we just can’t use spoken word express yourself about losing a special person. As the old saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” This workshop is for teens ages 13 to 18 and will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14 on the John and Cathy Belcher Campus in Pasadena. The cost is $10 for supplies.
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.

Now what? Navigating Grief: A Support Group for Those Coping with Loss
2025-10-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
This monthly support group is for anyone grieving the death of a loved one. The group will explore the many layers of grief, from understanding the grieving process to learning how to care for ourselves, find moments of joy, and stay connected to our loved ones even after their passing. This is a safe and welcoming space for sharing, support and healing. Whether your loss is recent or years old, all are welcome. It meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 14, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9 in the Center for Hope & Healing on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena. The cost is free.
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.

Reflections: An Evening of Connection and Inspiration in Calvert County
2025-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
The Burnett Center for Hope & Healing is becoming an important resource for Calvert County. That growth and its impact will be celebrated at “Reflections: An Evening of Connection and Inspiration in Calvert County” from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, Maryland.
The evening will highlight the breadth of hospice services with integrative and healing arts for mind, body and spirit; foster connections with Calvert County leaders and the Hospice of the Chesapeake team; and feature words of gratitude and inspiration from President and CEO Becky Miller. She will share the nonprofit’s vision for the future, including expanded partnerships with local healthcare providers and county agencies.
Special guest Barbara Burnett, who donated the property in memory of her husband, Robert Burnett, will be in attendance. The program also will include a blessing of the recently restored Labyrinth at Calvert Homestead, illuminated with luminaries.
All are welcome to attend to reflect, renew and rejoice in this cherished space that honors Calvert County traditions.
RSVP by Oct. 6 to Lauren Thurston at lthurston@hospicechesapeake.org. For questions, call 443-837-1531.

Dementia Live program at Burnett Center for Hope & Healing
2025-11-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
Calvert County Office On Aging will partner with Hospice of the Chesapeake to provide a free, unique, inside-out understanding of dementia and the aging process.
Through the use of specialized gear in a safe setting, participants will gain a heightened awareness of the challenges associated with living with dementia through this real-life simulation experience. You will leave with valuable tips and tools to improve communication and connection.
📅Date: Wednesday, Nov. 5
⏱️Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍Location: Burnett Center for Hope & Healing
💰Fee: Free!
How to register:
Contact Lisa Caudle at the Office on Aging at 410-535-4606, ext. 8755 or email lisa.caudle@calvertcountymd.gov.

Handling the Holidays: A workshop for those living with loss
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Burnett Center for Hope & Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick, MD, 20774, United States
Handling the Holidays is a workshop to help people facing the holiday season after a loss. It offers support, opportunities to honor memories and time to explore coping strategies. There will be time for discussion and a creative project. Everyone will go home with a resource packet and a remembrance item. Adults and teens and children ages 6 and older are welcome.
The session will take place from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Burnett Center for Hope and Healing, 4559 Sixes Road, Prince Frederick. The cost is $10 per person or $20 per household.
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.

Sip and Savor: A Taste of Prince George's
2025-11-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Newton White Mansion, 2708 Enterprise Rd, 2708 Enterprise Rd, Maryland, 20721
Join us for a memorable afternoon at the elegant Newton White Mansion as we host the inaugural Sip & Savor: A Taste of Prince George’s on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. This one-of-a-kind culinary experience brings together community members, local restaurants, and businesses to celebrate the flavors, culture, and care that make our region so special.

During the afternoon, you’ll enjoy:

A delicious showcase of savory and sweet dishes from local chefs and caterers
Refreshing cocktails and mocktails
Live music in a picturesque garden setting
Interactive experiences highlighting the mission and impact of Hospice of the Chesapeake

More Than an Event – A Community Impact

Sip & Savor is more than just a tasting event — it’s an opportunity to support compassionate care for our neighbors in need. As the leading nonprofit provider of hospice and palliative care in the region, Hospice of the Chesapeake proudly cares for more than 200 patients and families each month in Prince George’s County.

Your support provides:

Expert medical care and symptom management
Emotional and spiritual support
Grief counseling and bereavement services
Specialized care programs for veterans and children

Thanks to generous donors and supporters just like you, Hospice of the Chesapeake delivers care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay — making your contribution truly life-changing.
Ways to Participate

Whether you’re a business looking to align with a powerful cause or an individual who wants to enjoy a meaningful afternoon, here are ways to help:

Become a Sponsor

Gain visibility and demonstrate your commitment to the community by partnering as an event sponsor. Customized sponsorship packages are available with benefits including logo placement, promotional recognition, and on-site branding. Click here for sponsorship opportunities.

Underwrite an Experience
Support an element of the event—such as a food station, music set, or a mission moment. Underwriters receive special recognition during the event, as well as on the event website and in social media. Click here for underwriting opportunities.

Purchase Individual Tickets

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon. Ticket sales fund care we provide for local patients and families. Tickets include full access to food and drink tastings, live entertainment, and event experiences. Tickets sales to open Monday, October 6, based upon availability. Updates at https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/sip-savor/.

Living with Loss through the Holidays
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Prince George’s County office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Living with Loss through the Holidays is a workshop that offers support, honors memories and explores coping strategies through the holiday season. Participants will create a keepsake to honor the memory of their loved one. Teens and adults ages 15 and older are welcome. It will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 15 at 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo. The cost is $10 for supplies.
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.
