This is a 6 week long group experience meeting weekly starting on 10/9 and will conclude 11/13 Advanced Registration Required Life can change overnight when a spouse dies, whether from sudden tragedy or a long-term illness. There is an immediacy to everything that must be done, handling logistics and the complexities of legal matters, all […]
Every Friday! Gather 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 […]
Registration Required Memories of our loved ones are triggered in many ways, such as the feel of a favorite shirt, or the scent of aftershave, cologne, or perfume. Our senses come alive when we connect with these belongings and our memories. In this class, grief support staff and sewing experts help you to create a […]
Join us for words of support, candle lighting, and a remembrance table. Bring a photograph or object of your loved one to add.
Come together for an evening of live music, friendship and great raffle prizes! Visit Sockshop & Shoe Co.’s downtown and Aptos Village locations throughout the weekend, and a portion of your purchase will contribute to the funding of Hospice of Santa Cruz County’s community programs
This is a 6 week long group experience meeting weekly starting on 11/12 and will conclude 12/17 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. […]
Honor your loved one in a special holiday memorial service. Gather for words of support, candle lighting. and a remembrance table. Join us in-person or online via a livestream at hospicesantacruz.org
Join us to create a luminaria in memory of a loved one with a short program at 5:30pm. This event is held outdoors.
Registration Required This workshop will use creative activities to tenderly encourage expression, insight, and growth in a supportive environment. Members will be offered new ways to tell their story, express emotions without words, and feel connected and supported as they creatively honor their grief and loved ones. No previous art experience is necessary. Advance registration […]
This is a 6 week long group experience meeting weekly starting on 3/6 and will conclude 4/10 The sudden death of a loved one brings feelings of shock, disbelief, self-questioning, guilt and a host of other reactions. There are often things left unsaid and tasks left undone. This group is for those navigating the difficult […]
23rd Annual Rich Shapiro Memorial Fairways for Kids Golf Tournament Please join us for a full day of fun including: lunch, 18 holes of golf, on-course contests, buffet dinner, raffles, and live auction. This annual event, organized by Friends of Hospice, raises funds to support our Youth Grief Support Program including Camp Erin, an overnight […]
