Angela Hospice Launches New Support Groups for 2020

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There’s no way around it: grief is hard. For those mourning the loss of a loved one, a sense of community can help, knowing that you’re not alone in your grief. Angela Hospice offers a variety of grief support groups that provide peer support, along with education and ideas to help you cope with loss.

This year, three new groups are being added to the roster. Healing After a Loved One’s Suicide is the first of the new groups to meet, with the initial session taking place Thursday, January 16, at 6 p.m.

“The group’s goal is to provide a safe environment for discussion, support, and education regarding grief, and support for those left behind after suicide,” said Debbie Vallandingham, Angela Hospice’s Bereavement Manager, who will be leading the group.

Debbie Vallandingham, LMSW-ACSW
The Grieving Parents Support Group will connect parents who have experienced the unthinkable, the loss of a child. The group will meet for the first time Monday, January 20, at 6 p.m. The Music Therapy Group for Kids will premiere the following day, Tuesday, January 21, at 5 p.m.

“When words fail, grieving children can find an outlet in music,” Debbie explained. “Our music therapist and social workers will help children work through their grief in an uplifting way.”

All of Angela Hospice’s grief support groups meet at the Angela Hospice Care Center at 14100 Newburgh Road, Livonia, and are absolutely free of charge. All are welcome to drop in, no registration necessary. For our full calendar of meetings, visit our Support Groups Calendar, or check out our listing below.

2020 Grief Support Groups
Beginning the Journey
This group focuses on education and support for anyone experiencing a recent loss. 
Every Wednesday at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Living with Grief
A peer support group for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. 
2nd & 4th Tuesday at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Women’s Support Group
Every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month at 2 p.m. 

Loss of Spouse Support Group
Every 3rd Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. 

Men’s Support Group
Every 3rd Friday of the month at 2 p.m.

Healing After a Loved One’s Suicide  
Every 3rd Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. 

Music Therapy Group for Kids
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m.

Grieving Parents Support Group
Every 3rd Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

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