We offer bereavement counseling and support to spouses/partners, family members and close friends of a loved one cared for by Hospice of the Valley. Helping you heal afterwards is part of hospice care. We can be reached at (602) 530-6970.
Hospice of the Valley also provides group grief support to our community at no charge. Groups are open to any adult grieving the death of a loved one. Our groups are diverse and inclusive, multi-cultural and non-sectarian. We hold group sessions at locations Valleywide or you may join one of our virtual groups.
Please note: if you are in an emergency situation, dial: 911
In grief, we are so lost in sadness, we don’t know how to help ourselves feel better. It starts with understanding what grief is and how it affects us. These special videos offer invaluable support as we work toward healing.
The following resources are available to order through our online store.
FINDING YOUR WAY THROUGH GRIEF: A GUIDE FOR THE FIRST YEAR, SECOND EDITION
by Marty M. Tousley. An informative guide to help survivors understand and cope with the feelings and experiences they’re likely to encounter in the first year following the death of their loved one.
HELPING ANOTHER IN GRIEF
by Marty M. Tousley. A gentle and affirming guide to assisting others who are grieving, when we might not be sure what to say or what to do.
EXPLAINING THE FUNERAL/MEMORIAL SERVICE TO YOUR CHILDREN
by Marty M. Tousley. A helpful and insightful guide for the family unsure of how to best meet the child’s needs when a death has occurred and a memorial service is to take place. This booklet includes explaining a funeral, a viewing or wake, cremation and body donation and other sensitive topics.
If you have lost a loved one, you may find our Bereavement Newsletters helpful.
If you are anticipating or coping with the loss of a beloved pet, it's often comforting to share with others on the same journey. Our Pet Loss Support Group is a monthly meeting led by a certified bereavement facilitator who understands and respects the special bond you have with your animal, and knows from experience how painful it can be when that bond is broken.
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