Grief Support Groups & Events

Path of Grief

The Path of Grief support group is typically offered three times a year in January, April and September.

Grief can sometimes be very confusing, chaotic, isolating and overwhelming. Feeling separate from the healthy and happy world around you is natural. It is also natural to feel you’re not “getting better.” There is comfort in being in the company of others going through the same emotions and issues.

Overlake’s Path of Grief support group is a six-week series with two-hour sessions. The first hour is dedicated to sharing and talking with others about your experiences of grief—whatever aspects of grief have affected you that week. The second hour involves learning about the path of grief—including what to expect, why it happens, how to cope and how long it takes. Each week, the facilitators introduce a new aspect of grief and encourage group discussion around that topic.

Group members can be in any stage of their loss, which allows them to see hope ahead of them and healing behind them and receive validation and comfort wherever they are in their grief journey.

Grief and the Holidays

Grief and the Holidays is a one-day event, typically offered in November.

The Grief and the Holidays support event provides information about challenges the holidays may bring, ways to take care of yourself, and how to honor the memories of your loved one.

Pre-registration is required for support groups and events. View our current support groups and events to learn more. For additional information or to register, call the Overlake Grief & Bereavement line at 425.688.5308.