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Bereavement Support Groups

Adult 8 Week Support Group
* Turning the Corner *
 

Fall Group: Wednesdays, September 17 - November 12, 2008
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm (pizza and refreshments 6:00 - 6:30pm
Register by: Friday Septermber 12, 2008

Fall Group: Fridays, Septermber 19 - November 14, 2008
Time: 1:00 - 3:00pm (refreshments 1:00-1:30pm
Register by: Friday, September 12, 2008

Bereavement Bible Study: Fridays, September 19- November 14, 2008
Time: 10:00am-12:00 pm
Register by: Friday, September 12, 2008

 
This 8-week group is offered for those grieving the loss of a love one. The group is supportive and informative and provides an opportunity for you to meet and share with those experiencing similar feeling of grief.

 

Children, Teen, and Parent/Caregiver 8 Week Support Group: * Taking F.L.I.G.H.T. (Families Living in Grief & Healing Together) *  

Fall Group:
Orientation Night: Thursday, September 18, 2008- 6:30 pm
Register by: Friday, September 5, 2008
8-week Group: Thursday Evenings, September 25 - November 12, 2008
Time:
6:30-8:30pm (pizza and beverages, 6:00-6:30pm)
Materials Fee = $25.00 / family

This 8-week group is designed to allow families to all come on the same evening and receive age appropriate grief support. The information given each week builds on the previous week. It is important for all family members to attend all sessions. Topics will be presented at the same time to every group so that participants will be able to discuss them amongst their own families.

Children’s Group: Ages 6-12 years
A professional Art Therapist provides grief education and helps children learn to express their feelings of grief through art projects, games & stories while learning new ways to cope in a safe and supportive environment.

Teen Group: Ages 13-18 years
A professional Art Therapist facilitates group discussions related to grief and helps teens discover their personal strengths through creative exploration. Teens will gain a better understanding of the grief process and learn healthy ways to cope with their feelings of grief.

Parent/Guardian Group
A trained professional provides education on how families are affected by grief. Parents/Guardians will have opportunities to ask questions specific to parenting a grieving child and gain support in managing their own grief issues.

 

TLC: Those Left to Cope (Loss by Suicide Support Group) 8-week Support Group  

Family Group (age groups meet separately, see Taking F.L.I.G.H.T. above)
Orientation: Monday, September 8, 2008
Monday Evenings: September15 - November 10, 2008
Time:
6:30-8:30 PM (refreshments and light supper will be served)
Register by: Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Materials Fee = $25.00 / family

Adult Group
Monday Evenings: September15 - November 10, 2008
Time:
6:30-8:30 PM (refreshments and light supper will be served)
Register by: Wednesday, September 3, 2008

When someone is dealing with the loss of a loved one by suicide, grief can be complicating and overwhelming. It may seem like there is no one who understands. With this in mind, Cornerstone has planned an adult support group just for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. TLC provides grief education and emotional support, and addresses the specific needs that arise from this type of loss.

 

 

Monthly Support Groups – Adults
*Living the Journey*

 

Normally Held on the 3rd Tuesday of the Month

Tuesday,August 19, 2008:
Movie Night
Tuesday, September 16, 2008:
Bingo Night
Tuesday, October 21, 2008



Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm (refreshments and light supper will be served)

Call to Register (Must have completed 8-week support group)

"Living the Journey" is not about letting go of the past, but about embracing the future with hope, with friends who are companions along the same journey. We care and want to see you embracing life. Please join us for any or all of the programs listed.

Monthly Support Groups – Adults
*Just Between Us - Young Widows Group*

 
2nd Tuesday of every month
Time:
5:30-7:30 PM (refreshments and light supper will be served)
Call to Register (Must have completed 8-week support group)
"Just Between Us " is designed for widows of school aged children who are struggling with the issues of raising thier children and supporting their families, while grieving the loss of their husbands. This ongoing support group is a great way for young widows to connect with each other while also having the support of a professional to assist with grief issues.


Monthly Family Workshops – Children (ages 5 and up), Teens, and Parent/Caregiver

 

Ice Cream Socia and Military Tribute
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2008
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Cornerstone of Hope - 5905 Brecksville Rd. Independence OH 44131
R egister by: Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Come enjoy an ice cream social and create a picture to may be used on a greeting card sold in our gift shop the hlep create a special tribute banner to be displayed during our military program held in September for familes of soldiers lost in the Iraq or Afghanistan wars.

 

Memorial Ceramic Tiles
Date:
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: 5905 Brecksville Rd. Independence, OH 44131
Register by: Friday August 29, 2008

Come and decorate a memorial tile in honor of your loved one. You may take the tiles home or for a $25 donation your tile will become a permanent fixture here at Cornerstone.

 

Fall Hayride and Bonfire at Mapleside Farms
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2008
Time: Meet at 1:00pm
Location: Mapelside Farms, 294 Pearl Rd. Brunswick OH 44212
Register by: Friday October 17, 2008

Cost: $10.00 per person

Tell your fmaily and friends to throw on their Dungarees and join Cornerstone at Mapleside Farms for a hayride and bonfire. Enjoy a fun ride through the farm, and roast hotdogs and marshmallows out on the toasty bonfire.


The monthly workshop is intended for families to work together through their grief journey. A variety of meaningful activities related to your grief will be offered.

Please call us at (216) 524-3787 to register for any of our programs!




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