Grief

Coping with Grief during the Holidays

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Meeting Day: 
Friday
Begin Time: 
1:00 PM
End Time: 
2:00 PM
Date Range: 
11/19/2010
Contact Person: 
Hospice Care of the Southwest
Phone: 
1 806-356-0026
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women

Topics will include:  1) coping with holidays and anniversaries; 2) surviving the pain while the world celebrates; 3) changing some traditions to make it through; 4) about grieving children and holidays; 5) helping a grieving friend through the season

Survivors of Suicide Connection

Meeting Day: 
Sunday
Begin Time: 
3:00 PM
End Time: 
4:30 PM
Fee: 
$0
Contact Person: 
Kris Collins
Phone: 
1 806-457-4993
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women

A monthly gathering for people 16+ who have lost someone to suicide. The group is open discussion and meets typically the first Sunday of each month, unless it is a holiday weekend. RSVP preferred but not required to 457-4993. Casual environment. No childcare available.

Grief Support for Husband's Grieving the Death of a Spouse

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Meeting Day: 
Tuesday
Begin Time: 
5:30 PM
End Time: 
6:30 PM
Date Range: 
11/09/2010
Contact Person: 
Danny Mize, Bereavement Coordinator at Hospcie Care of the Southwest
Target Audience: 
Men

Hospice Care of the Southwest announces aGrief Support Meeting

created for any man who is grieving the death of his spouse.

The group meets from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at

Trinity Baptist Church (1601 W Interstate 40, Amarillo). Enter doors on the north, to the right of the Recreation Outreach Center;turn left adn go to the end of the hall; then right to Room R12.

Widow's Might

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Meeting Day: 
Wednesday
Begin Time: 
6:30 PM
End Time: 
8:00 PM
Date Range: 
09/07/2011 - 11/09/2011
Fee: 
$0
Contact Person: 
Stephanie Moss
Phone: 
1 806-679-4387
Target Audience: 
Women

We meet in the fall of each year for 10 weeks. We meet informally for dinner throughout the year. Widows of all age are welcome. The support group is closed to new members after the first 2 weeks; however, we still want to stay in contact with you, so please call us!

Post-Abortion Group

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Meeting Day: 
Wednesday
Begin Time: 
6:00 PM
End Time: 
8:00 PM
Date Range: 
02/01/2011 - 03/28/2011
Fee: 
$0
Contact Person: 
Lynette Blake
Phone: 
806-336-2509
Target Audience: 
Women

A confidential group for women who have experienced the trauma of abortion. Led by Lynette Blake and Emma Sneed. Group meets off campus. Contact Lynette for more information.

Free Grief Seminar

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Contact Person: 
Schooler Funeral Home
Session Dates: 
10/26/2009 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Phone: 
1 806-352-2727
Fee: 
$0
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women
Speaker: 
Dr. Alan Wolfelt
4100 S Georgia
Amarillo
TX
79109

The Wilderness of Grief: Finding Your Way Monday, October 26, 2009 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A community seminar open to all of those impacted by a death and those trying to comfort friends and loved ones who are suffering loss. This session is open to anyone in the Amarillo area. Space is limited so call soon!!

The Art of "Companioning" the Mourner Tuesday, October 27, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

This one will be of particular interest to Physicians, Psychologists, Nurses, Counselors, Social Workers, Educators, Hospice Personnel, Clergy, Lay Ministers and other professional caregivers. A LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE SERVED.

Dr. Alan Wolfelt is a psychologist and internationally known author, educator, and grief counselor. He has written twenty books on grief and loss. His TV guest appearances include Oprah Winfrey, Larry King Live, the NBC Today Show, Nick News and others . . .

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Christmas Memorial Service

Meeting Day: 
Monday
Begin Time: 
7:00 PM
End Time: 
8:00 PM
Date Range: 
12/05/2011
Fee: 
$0
Contact Person: 
Penny Lawlis
Phone: 
1 806-457-4986
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women
Target Audience: 
Children

Candlelight service for people who are grieving. RSVP to 457-4986. Anyone in the community is invited.

Survivors of Suicide

Meeting Day: 
Tuesday
Begin Time: 
6:30 PM
End Time: 
8:00 PM
Fee: 
$0
Contact Person: 
Kris Collins
Phone: 
806-457-4925
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women

An 8-week support group for adults 18+ who have lost someone to suicide. Childcare available by calling 457-4918. We also meet once a month for a reunion with other survivors. No fee or workbook required.

Sky Camp 2010

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Begin Time: 
7:00 AM
End Time: 
9:00 PM
Date Range: 
06/18/2009 - 06/20/2009
Contact Person: 
Allison Rankin, SKY Camp Coordinator
Phone: 
1 806-372-7696
Target Audience: 
Children

SKY Camp activities are designed to help children and teens learn to deal constructively with grief. Opportunities for learning will include activities that provide time for sharing memories and health expressions of emotion. A variety of fun indoor and outdoor activities (Challenge Course, team activities, swimming and campfire) are integrated into the curriculum.

If you are a child (age 7 - 17), or know of a child, who needs the healing touch that SKY Camp can provide, please contact our office.

For campers to be considered, an application must be submitted. Application deadline is June 18-20. You may request applications to be mailed or emailed to you. Applications and information are available by emailing Allison Rankin, SKY Camp Coordinator, at jhonali [at] msn [dot] com or calling Odyssey HealthCare at (806)372-7696.

Our goal is to accomodate every child who has a desire to attend camp; however, space is limited. In order to allow as many children as possible to have the SKY Camp experience, only first-time campers will be considered.

GriefShare

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Organization: 
Paramount Baptist Church
Meeting Day: 
Monday
Begin Time: 
6:30 PM
End Time: 
8:30 PM
Date Range: 
08/24/2009 - 11/16/2009
Fee: 
$15
Contact Person: 
June Miller
Phone: 
1 806-355-4150
Target Audience: 
Men
Target Audience: 
Women

GriefShare is a seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. GriefShare features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. There is no cost to attend, but there is a workbook available for $15. For more information, contact June miller at 806-355-4150.

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