Grief Support
Surviving the death of a loved one is one of the most painful experiences life brings us. The world has suddenly changed and we are challenged to find new ways to live in it. With Hospice of the Valley, you don’t need to face this transition alone. Our professional bereavement counselors provide support to individuals adjusting to life without their loved one. Our services include:
- Up to 13 months of grief counseling and support to spouses/partners, family members and close friends of a loved one served by Hospice of the Valley.
- Peer support groups and activities for children, teens, and the adults who take care of them through the New Song Center for Grieving Children.
- Grief support groups throughout Maricopa County that are open to anyone in our community.
- Educational resources available online and from our bereavement counselors.
These services are provided at no cost by Hospice of the Valley, thanks to the support of our community.
Grief Support Testimonials
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Soon after Bill Soccorsy met counselor Ann Hamlin, he could see that the two would be a perfect fit. “It was an instant connection of: ‘This is a person with experience, training, a heart, a good brain and someone who maybe could help... Read more  Ann Hamlin |
"This support was provided to me because my mom passed away in hospice care. I think it’s important for people to know it’s a service – it’s a gift you don’t have to pay for monetarily."  Jennifer Swenson |
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Learn how our grief support services help individuals through the loss of a loved one.
Testimonial
"Hospice of the Valley's grief support groups, individual grief counseling and social media outreach (grief healing discussion groups, Facebook and blogs) are assisting me in facing my loss in a healthier way. These avenues give me a way to connect with others so I do not feel so alone on my journey. Hospice of the Valley reminds us that 'we are never alone.'
The word that keeps coming up with me is 'safe.' We are safe in expressing our feelings. We are safe in acknowledging that we are grieving, not suffering some kind of sickness. We are safe knowing that others really do 'get it'."
- Anne Gorman of Goodyear