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LOCAL FLORISTS
  • Bartz Vivanio
    Bartz Viviano Flowers & Gifts
    3608 Navarre Ave.
    Oregon, OH 43616
    Phone: (419) 698-5911
  • Enchanted Florist
    1505 Woodville Rd
    Millbury, OH 43447
    (419) 836-1825
  • Hirzel Brothers
    Hirzel Brothers Greenhouse
    427 E Broadway St, Toledo, OH 43605
    Toll Free: 800-893-5747
    Local: 419-691-5747

 

LOCAL HOTELS
  • Comfort Inn
    2930 Navarre Avenue, Oregon, OH 43616
    (419) 691-8911
    (419) 691-2107 (fax)
    (800) 424-6423 (toll-free)
  • Holiday Inn Express
    3154 Navarre Avenue, Oregon, OH 43616
    (866) 270-5110 (toll-free)

Bereavement Services and Support

GENERAL BEREAVEMENT

Reaching Out to Help Yourself and Others

Hospice of Northwest Ohio provides an array of support groups and workshops to help people of all ages cope with the loss of a loved one. While some people may be afraid to join a group at first, we recommend they give it a try. Group members usually feel very comfortable giving and receiving support in the group with others who share similar concerns.

All groups are provided free of charge and are available to anyone in the community, whether or not they have had previous involvement with Hospice of Northwest Ohio. All support group meetings are conducted by professional counselors, with trained volunteers and are held at either our Toledo or Perrysburg Hospice Centers or our Michigan Office. For more information, or to register, contact the Bereavement Team at 419-661-4001 or 734-568-6801.

Support Groups and Workshops

  • Grief 101

ONE-TIME, TWO-HOUR SESSION -- Advance Registration Required
This is an educational meeting that provides a basic understanding of grief and loss and prepares participants for further group experiences. It is a requirement before attending additional groups. Offered both day and evening at varying locations.

Thursday, March 11 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at the Toledo Center
Tuesday, March 16 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at the Michigan Office
Wednesday, March 24 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center

Wednesday, April 7 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Toledo Center
Tuesday, April 20 from 10:00 am -12:00 noon at the Michigan Office
Thursday, April 22 from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at the Perrysburg Center

Thursday, May 13 from 10:00 am -12:00 noon at the Toledo Center
Tuesday, May 18 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the Michigan Office
Wednesday, May 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center   

Wednesday, June 9 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Toledo Center
Tuesday, June15 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at the Michigan Office
Friday, June 25 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at the Perrysburg Center

 

  • Coping with Any Loss

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP – Advance Registration Required
An interactive grief support group for adults who are adjusting to the loss of any loved one.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Toledo Center
2nd Tuesday of the month from 4:00 - 5:30 pm at the Michigan Office

 


 

  • Kids Grief Support  

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Interactive grief support gatherings for children ages 5 - 11 and 12 - 16, who are adjusting to the loss of a loved one. Art, music, discussion, story telling and play will be used to help children share their feelings and better understand their grief and find healing and hope. One parent or guardian must remain at the Hospice Center for the length of the group.

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

  • Mid-Life Spousal or Partner Loss

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP – Advance Registration Required
Open to any man or woman who has experienced the death of a partner or spouse during their mid-life years.

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Center

 

  • Young Families in Grief

THIS IS AN ONGOING GROUP - Advance Registration Required
For younger adults who have experienced the loss of a spouse or partner and their young children who have lost a parent. Adults will explore their grief and reflect on issues concerning single parenting. Children will use art, music and play to better understand their grief. Adults and children will also have family time to grieve together. 

2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Toledo Center

  • Men in Grief  

FOUR-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to any man who is grieving, this group is conducted by men, for men to discuss practical tips for managing everyday life following the death of a loved one. 

Mondays, April 5 - 26 from 6 - 7:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center
Thursdays, July 8 - 29 from 3 - 4:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center
Mondays, October 4- 25 from 6- 7:30 pm at the Toledo Center

 

  • Supportive Spouses

FIVE-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to recently bereaved men and women who are adjusting to life without their mates.

Thursdays, February 4 - March 4 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center
Thursdays, April 1 - 29 from 4:00 -  5:30 pm at the Toledo Center
Thursdays, May 27 - June 24 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm at the Perrysburg Center

 

  • After Your Parent Dies

FOUR-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to adults who are grieving the death of one or both parents.

Mondays, April 5 - 26 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at the Perrysburg Center
Tuesdays, June 15 - July 6 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at the Toledo Center

 

  • Pathways

SEVEN-WEEK GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to all adults who want to explore the spiritual dimensions of the loss of a loved one.

Wednesdays, February 3 - March 17 from 4:30 - 6 pm at the Toledo Center
Wednesdays, November 3 - December 15, 2010 from 4:30 - 6 pm at the Toledo Center

  • Holiday Grief Workshop

ONE-TIME GROUP - Advance Registration Required
Open to adults and children in grief who are facing the winter holidays and trying to cope with loss. 

Held once each year, generally in early December. Time, date and location for 2010 to be announced.