The Samaritan Center for Grief Support, a member of the Samaritan Family of Services, announces its winter support group schedule.
“Grief is a natural, healthy and universal emotion. It helps us accept a loss and begin to heal. You don’t have to grieve alone,” said Kim Rumaker, Manager of the Samaritan Center for Grief Support.
The following support groups will be held at Samaritan’s main campus in Marlton starting January/February 2014:
Understanding Grief (No charge — One session)
An Overview of the Grief Process
- One Session
- Jan. 30, 2014
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Pet Loss ($15 — Three sessions)
For adults grieving the loss of an animal companion
- Three Sessions
- Starting Thursday, Feb. 6
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Bereaved Parents ($30 — Six sessions)
Addressing the life-altering loss of a child
- Six Sessions
- Starting Monday, Jan. 20
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Grieving the Love of Your Life ($40 — Eight sessions)
For those grieving the loss of a spouse or partner
- Eight sessions
- Starting Monday, Feb. 3
- 2–3:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Sharing in Suicide’s Sorrows ($30 — Six sessions)
For friends and family grieving a suicide death
- Six sessions
- Starting Thursday, Feb. 20
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Sharing in Grief and Hope ($30 — Six sessions) For anyone who has lost a family member or friend
- Six Sessions
- Starting, Tuesday, March 4
- 6–7:30 p.m.
- 5 Eves Drive, Marlton
Samaritan’s grief support groups are open to anyone in the community, but registration is required at (856) 596–8550. Other Center services include grief counseling for adults and children and PTSD services for active military and veterans.
