Bereavement Support Programs at Stedman Community Hospice
All grief support programs are offered free of charge. All sessions are held at Stedman Community Hospice, 445 Grey Street, Brantford.

Please note: To ensure equal opportunity and access to support for members of our community, we ask that you only participate in one grief support group at a time. Please refer to the following diagram to determine which support group best serves your needs.

MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS

 

'Together In Grief' Support Group
A monthly grief support group providing a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for ongoing support for any type of loss (sibling, parent, partner, spouse, child, friend, grandparent, etc.) or grief experience and at any point in your grief journey. This group is open to adults 18+ years of age who are seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with their grief.

 

For individuals two months post-loss and offered for up to one year of participation. The group capacity will be held at 15 registered participants per group session at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.


The group sessions are held once per month on Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30. p.m.

If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form. 

 


 January 8, 2025 July 9, 2025
 February 12, 2025 August 13, 2025
 March 12, 2025 September 10, 2025
 April 9, 2025 October 8, 2025
 May 14, 2025 November 12, 2025 
 June 11, 2025 December 17, 2025
 
To register or for more information please email, Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call 519-751-7096, ext. 2518. 
'Coffee and Connection' Support Gathering
 A monthly opportunity to socially meet with others without a specific agenda. This gathering offers a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for ongoing social connections with other who are bereaved.

For individuals two months post-loss and offered for up to 1-2 years of participation. The group capacity will be held at 15 registered participants per gathering at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is appropriate for individuals who have previously taken part in a grief support group would like the opportunity for ongoing social connections. This gathering is supported by trained volunteers.

The gatherings are held once per month on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form. 
 
 January 22, 2025  July 23, 2025
 February 26, 2025  August 27, 2025
 March 26, 2025  September 24, 2025
 April 23, 2025  October 22, 2025
 May 28, 2025  November 26, 2025
 June 25, 2025  December 17, 2025

To register or for more information please email, Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call 519-751-7096, ext. 2518.
'2SLGBTQIA+ Grief' Support Group
Monthly grief support group, in partnership with Brantford Pride, for those who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to safely explore losses in their lives and the unique aspects of grief. The group is open to adults 18+ years of age who are seeking a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space who have experienced any type of loss or grief experience and at any point in their grief journey. This group is open to those seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with grief and loss. The group capacity will be held at 15 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form. 

  
 
'Survivors of Suicide Loss' Support Group 

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Survivors of Suicide Loss Bereavement Support group is a support group for adults who have lost a family member or friend to suicide. This group provides a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend by suicide.

Facilitated through a hybrid model (run simultaneously - in person at Stedman Hospice and virtually over Zoom) once per month on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. **Note: No session held in August. 

 January 15, 2025  July 16, 2025
 February 19, 2025  September 17, 2025
 March 19, 2025  October 15, 2025
 April 16, 2025  November 19, 2025
 May 21, 2025  December 10, 2025
 June 18, 2025  

To register, or for more information please email lill@cmhabhn.ca or call 519-752-2998 ext. 112.

 
Brantford Circle of Support – Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group

PAIL Network offers peer-led in person support to all families across Ontario who have experienced a pregnancy loss, an infant death or elective abortion.  Our team of trained volunteers provide support during monthly scheduled meetings. These groups connect families who share a similar experience of loss, and these discussions are moderated by a peer support volunteer who also shares that experience.

   In-person monthly support sessions are held at Stedman Community Hospice on the third Thursday of each month from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., starting March 20, 2025. Registration is required to attend.

   Please complete a Request for Support Form if you are interested in joining this group, or for more information, email pailsupport@sunnybrook.ca or call 1-888-303-7245 (PAIL). 

 

 

CLOSED GROUP PROGRAMS


'Partner/Spousal Loss' Support Group 

Partner/Spousal Loss Support Group is a 10-week grief support group open to individuals who have experienced the death of a partner or spouse. Providing a welcoming and inclusive space for weekly support for those facing the unique challenges of a partner/spousal loss from 6 weeks to 2 years post-loss. This group is open to those seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with their grief. This group is delivered as a closed group meaning, the same participants make the commitment to meet weekly for 10 weeks. The program is held during the Winter, Spring and Fall of each year. The group capacity will be held at 10 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

 

Spring Session: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 to June 24, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Tentative Fall Session: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 to November 25, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

 

If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form. 

 

To register or for more information, please email Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call

519-751-7096, ext. 2518.

 

'Mixed Loss' Support Group - Registration Open 

Mixed Loss Support Group is an 8-week grief support group open to individuals who have experienced the death of a significant individual in their life. This group aims to provide a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for weekly support for any type of loss or grief. Participants eligible for this group will have experienced their loss from as early 6 weeks to 2 years prior to the first session. This group is open to adults who are seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with their grief. This group is delivered as a closed group, meaning the same participants make the commitment to meet weekly for 8 weeks. The program is held during the Winter, Spring and Fall of each year. The group capacity will be held at 10 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

 

Registration Now Open for our Spring Session: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 to June 24, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 


Tentative Fall Session: Tuesday October 7, 2025 to November 25, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form.

To register or for more information, please email Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call 519-751-7096, ext. 2518.  

Returning this Fall: 'Young Adult Mixed Loss' Support Group


The Young Adult Mixed Loss Support Group is an 8-week grief support group open to individuals between the ages of 20 – 35, who have experienced the death of a significant individual in their life. This group aims to provide a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for weekly support for any type of loss or grief. Participants eligible for this group will have experienced their loss from as early 6 weeks to 2 years prior to the first session. This group is open to young adults who are seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with their grief. This group is delivered as a closed group, meaning the same participants make the commitment to meet weekly for 8 weeks. The program is held during the Winter, Spring and Fall of each year. The group capacity will be held at 10 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

 

Winter Session: Tuesday, February 4, 2025 to March 25, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tentative Spring Session: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 to June 24, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tentative Fall Session: Tuesday October 7, 2025 to November 25, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

If interested in this program, please click here to complete the intake form.

 

To register or for more information, please email Sydney at sadams@stedmanhospice.ca or call

519-751-7096, ext. 2512.

SUPPORTIVE CARE PROGRAMS AT STEDMAN COMMUNITY HOSPICE

All supportive care programs are offered free of charge.  If interested in one of the programs listed below, please click here to complete the intake form. 

 

Support During Serious Illness – Educational Series (Click here to download flyer)

Monthly educational support group providing a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for individuals who have been diagnosed with a serious illness and caregivers in the community to connect with others and learn more about living with a serious illness or palliative diagnosis. Topics include exploring emotions, caregiver burnout, financial options and decisions, Advance Care Planning, coping with special occasions/gatherings, exploring grief and loss, self-care and support systems, etc. The group capacity will be held at 15 registered participants in person and 10 participants virtually. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

 

Facilitated through a hybrid model (simultaneously - in person at Stedman Hospice and virtually over Zoom) once per month on Thursday afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Specific topics for each date will be listed shortly.)


 January 9, 2025  July 10, 2025
 February 13, 2025  August 14, 2025
 March 13, 2025  September 11, 2025
 April 10, 2025  October 9, 2025
 May 8, 2025  November 13, 2025
 June 12, 2025  December 11, 2025


To register, or for more information, please email Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call

519-751-7096, ext. 2518.

Care for the Caregiver Support Group

Monthly support group for those who are caregivers for an individual with a palliative diagnosis providing a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space to connect with other caregivers experiencing similar challenges and experiences. Providing the opportunity to share, receive support and take part in a therapeutic activity, offering care for the caregiver. The group capacity will be held at 15 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the supportive care team.

 

The group will be held once per month on Thursday afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.


 January 23, 2025  July 24, 2025
 February 27, 2025  August 28, 2025
 March 27, 2025  September 25, 2025
 April 24, 2025  October 23, 2025
 May 22, 2025  November 27, 2025
 June 26, 2025  December 18, 2025



To register, or for more information, please email Krista at kcampure@stedmanhospice.ca or call

519-751-7096, ext. 2518.