Bereavement Support Groups

Sharp HospiceCare's Bereavement Department provides grief education, support and referral services throughout San Diego. Our staff of skilled mental health professionals specializes in bereavement and aims to increase community awareness about grieving. The following support groups are provided free of charge. Donations are graciously accepted.
  • Bereavement Support Group for Spanish Speakers
    Tuesdays, Jan. 31 to April 17
    4 to 6 pm
    Birch Patrick Family Room
    Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 
    751 Medical Center Court
    Chula Vista, CA 91911
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    This is a drop-in group. No preregistration is required.
     
  • Straight Talk About Grief and Loss
    Wednesdays, Jan. 25 to March 14
    6 to 8 pm
    Sharp HealthCare Corporate Office 
    8695 Spectrum Center Blvd. (room varies by date; check at Information Desk)
    San Diego, CA 92123
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    Each session covers a different topic and is always open for walk-ins. Ample time is given for discussion and questions. This is a drop-in group. No preregistration or screening required.
    Please note:     This group will start promptly at 6 pm. Doors will be closed at 6:15 pm.

 

  • Widows' and Widowers' Group
    Tuesdays, Feb. 7 to March 27
    10:30 am to 12 pm
    Room 340
    Fletcher Parkway Medical Center
    8881 Fletcher Parkway
    La Mesa, CA 91942
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    This eight-week group will address concerns of men and women who have lost their spouse. Participants will share their emotional challenges, receive support from others in similar life situations and learn coping skills.
    Please note:     A screening interview is required prior to participation in this group. Space is limited. Please register early.  
    To register call 619-667-1821 by Friday, Jan. 27, 2012.
For More Information
To register for a support group or workshop, call our voice mail at 619-667-1821. Please leave your name, phone number and the name of the group or workshop you're interested in attending. A staff member will return your call to confirm your request.
 
To learn more about Sharp HospiceCare, call 619-667-1900. To find a Sharp-affiliated physician, search for a San Diego doctor or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. To find general information about hospice care, read the Home Care and Hospice News archive.