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Grief Support Calendar

September 2026
Couple Sitting on Beach

Loss of Spouse/Partner Group – 6 WeeksWeekly

This is a 6 week long group experience meeting weekly starting on 9/29 and will conclude 11/3 Advanced Registration Required Due to demand for services, as well as the limited number of people in each support group, once someone has completed 2 support groups, others may be prioritized in order to meet as many people’s […]
September 29, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
October 2026
two people bumping fists

Drop-in Grief Support Group: Scotts Valley – Every FridayWeekly

Gather every Friday with others experiencing the loss of a loved one in a nurturing and safe environment. In this group, participants are encouraged to speak about their grief and learn ways to lessen the emotional and physical symptoms of loss. It is especially useful for individuals who have time constraints, or who aren’t yet […]
October 2, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Hospice of Santa Cruz County- Scotts Valley Office
940 Disc Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Pillow with text - make a pillow in honor of a loved one

Memory Pillow Workshop – Watsonville

Registration Required Due to demand for services, as well as the limited number of people in each support group, once someone has completed 2 support groups, others may be prioritized in order to meet as many people’s needs as possible. Memories of our loved ones are triggered in many ways, such as the feel of […]
October 17, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
artist's painting materials

Expressive Arts Workshop – Watsonville

Advanced Registration Required Due to demand for services, as well as the limited number of people in each support group, once someone has completed 2 support groups, others may be prioritized in order to meet as many people’s needs as possible. This workshop will use creative activities to tenderly encourage expression, insight, and growth in […]
October 24, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
November 2026
candle at night time

Grieving Through the Holidays – 6 Weeks

This is a 6 week long group experience meeting weekly starting on 11/17 and will conclude 12/22 This grief group offers a safe and caring space to share and receive support from those in grief.  Find connectedness through sharing, receiving support, or simply listening. Learn helpful tips on how to cope during the winter holidays. […]
November 17, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
hands holding lit candle

Interfaith Memorial Service and Candle Lighting

Honor your loved one in a special holiday memorial service. Gather for words of support, candle lighting, and a remembrance table. You are welcome to bring a photograph or keepsake of your loved one to share on the remembrance table.  For more information, please call 831.430.3000 Join us in-person or online via a livestream at […]
November 18, 2026
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Resurrection Catholic Community Church
7600 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
January 2027
Two women writing

Advanced Healthcare Directives

Planning ahead by completing an Advance Healthcare Directive can bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones. An Advance Healthcare Directive is a document that outlines your personal and medical healthcare choices and names an advocate to speak for you when you can’t speak for yourself. It’s important for everyone over the age […]
January 28, 2027
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Scotts Valley Library
251 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
February 2027
A cup of coffee and the words Death Cafe

Death Café

Come gather and enjoy a pastry and a coffee, while we discuss death and dying in small groups. A Death Café is a group supported discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is not a grief support group or counseling session, just some folks getting together to eat pastries and talk about […]
February 4, 2027
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Scotts Valley Library
251 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
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