Group Sessions

We offer bereavement support groups to anyone who has lost a loved one to a life-limiting illness, they are available at both our Stockton and Bishop Auckland Hospices.

Social Group

Our social group runs once a month, and is open to adults bereaved more than 10 months, but less than 3 years.
This friendly group offers company, time for chat, and the chance to develop new friendships, in an informal and supportive setting. Members of the group say they like meeting new people and making friends, knowing that others understand how they feel. They also say it stops them feeling isolated, which is commonly experienced following a bereavement.
There is no waiting list for this group, you can join whenever you want.

Early Days Group

Our Early Days Group runs for 6-8 weeks, and is open to those more recently bereaved, usually within the last 10 months.
This is a ‘closed’ group, which means that once the group has started, the membership remains the same. We find this gives a sense of stability and reassurance to members, seeing the same faces each week and building trust within the group.
Each week brings a different theme, relating to bereavement and wellbeing, offering members the opportunity to explore their experience in a safe, supportive environment.

There may be a short wait to attend this group, as it only takes place 2-3 times each year.

Both groups are facilitated by members of the Family Support team, who ensure that everyone attending is made to feel at ease. They assist with conversations and discussions at a pace to suit everyone, offering support and encouraging the development of new friendships.

Both groups are held on Tuesdays, in the comfortable surroundings of our hospice, and refreshments are also provided.

For more information or to express your interest in attending either of these groups, please get in touch on 01642 607742 for Stockton, or 01388 308003 for Bishop Auckland and ask to speak to the Family Support Team, alternatively, you can submit a referral enquiry form and our team will be in touch.

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