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This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
Life after losing a spouse or partner can be scary; now you have to figure out “life” on your own. This educational support group is chock-full of ideas on how to handle tasks such as getting your own insurance, making medical decisions on your own, and how to manage your day-to-day appointments and life’s responsibilities. This […]
This Avow Kids group will be an activities based group doing different activities which can be anything from stretching to arts and crafts with household items. Where: Online Zoom video conferencing or phone-in line Who: Kids aged 6 – 14 (flexible), led by licensed and credentials counselors. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom invitation. You […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
This group is for children ages 7 to 114 and their parent(s) or guardian(s). Avow Kids licensed/trained grief support counselors will lead sessions focusing on positive coping skills and encouragement. The group will meet in Aunt Janet's House on the Avow campus. Attendees must wear masks (available at Avow). The Avow Kids program is funded […]
This support group will address the unique, and sometimes complicated, grief issues faced by adults who have lost parents or a parental figure. Losing a parent at any age is life-changing and leaves many feeling like “adult orphans.” This group will provide support through the process of this unique life transition. This is an online […]
Grupo de apoyo semanal para aquellos que han experimentado la pérdida de un ser querido. Este grupo se llevará a cabo los Miércoles de 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM por Zoom videoconferencia. Esta sesión semanal de apoyo proporciona estrategias saludables para navegar la pérdida de un ser querido. Los participantes están invitados a expresar sus […]
This group deals with the unique grief of losing a child. Two volunteers with experience in specific challenges associated with the death of a child will co-facilitate this group. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org for access information. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
This group is an opportunity to explore the impact of grief on spirituality and overall well-being, how our faith shifts and changes through significant experiences such as death and loss. This group is offered via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you have any questions call (239) […]
Grief is often described in stages, though each stage may last for a different period of time — for some people, the stages may be briefer or longer than for others, and some people may not experience all of them. But acknowledging that you may experience some or all of these stages will help you […]
This group is designed to support emotional healing from grief by providing members with a creative space to process their feelings through journaling. The goal is to use journal writing as a self-care technique to explore emotions and process grief while supporting and uplifting one another creatively. This group meets in the Center for Grief […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
Join the Avow Kids team for a fun-filled day at the Naples Zoo. Families will enjoy a special zoo presentation just for our group. Attendees will also participate in an art therapy project with our board-certified art therapist before exploring all the zoo has to offer. Space is limited for this event. You must RSVP […]
The Avow Pet Loss Support Group creates a caring and supportive environment for those grieving after the loss of a pet. The group is open to the public and there is no cost to join. You can attend as many groups as you like. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please […]
This group is best suited for young adults who have experienced a loss. This group is designed to support emotional healing by providing members with a safe place to talk, listen, and process grief. This is an open group for anyone in the community to join. This group meets in the Center for Grief Support […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
Life after losing a spouse or partner can be scary; now you have to figure out “life” on your own. This educational support group is chock-full of ideas on how to handle tasks such as getting your own insurance, making medical decisions on your own, and how to manage your day-to-day appointments and life’s responsibilities. This […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
Maybe life didn't go as planned. Now you're in the prime of your career, hitting personal milestones, but have no one to share them with. Facing these events and any hurdles along the way on your own can feel isolating. Join others in this transitional space for support, companionship, tricks and tips to go forward […]
This support group will address the unique, and sometimes complicated, grief issues faced by adults who have lost parents or a parental figure. Losing a parent at any age is life-changing and leaves many feeling like “adult orphans.” This group will provide support through the process of this unique life transition. This is an online […]
This group deals with the unique grief of losing a child. Two volunteers with experience in specific challenges associated with the death of a child will co-facilitate this group. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org for access information. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. […]
Grupo de apoyo semanal para aquellos que han experimentado la pérdida de un ser querido. Este grupo se llevará a cabo los Miércoles de 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM por Zoom videoconferencia. Esta sesión semanal de apoyo proporciona estrategias saludables para navegar la pérdida de un ser querido. Los participantes están invitados a expresar sus […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
This group is an opportunity to explore the impact of grief on spirituality and overall well-being, how our faith shifts and changes through significant experiences such as death and loss. This group is offered via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you have any questions call (239) […]
Grief is often described in stages, though each stage may last for a different period of time — for some people, the stages may be briefer or longer than for others, and some people may not experience all of them. But acknowledging that you may experience some or all of these stages will help you […]
This group is led by an Avow counselor for the Alzheimer’s Support Network. Groups are available for current caregivers and those who have lost someone from Alzheimer’s. You can sign up by calling Alzheimer’s Support Network at (239) 262-8388. For questions about the group email bereavement@avowcares.org or call (239) 261-4404. This is an online group […]
This group is designed to support emotional healing from grief by providing members with a creative space to process their feelings through journaling. The goal is to use journal writing as a self-care technique to explore emotions and process grief while supporting and uplifting one another creatively. This group meets in the Center for Grief […]
The Avow Pet Loss Support Group creates a caring and supportive environment for those grieving after the loss of a pet. The group is open to the public and there is no cost to join. You can attend as many groups as you like. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please […]
This group is best suited for young adults who have experienced a loss. This group is designed to support emotional healing by providing members with a safe place to talk, listen, and process grief. This is an open group for anyone in the community to join. This group meets in the Center for Grief Support […]
Join Avow Kids’ board-certified art therapist as you learn to create art projects from simple materials found at home. This is a great way for kids of all ages to have a little creative break at the end of the day. Thursdays and Saturdays Funding for Avow Kids art groups and camps is provided in […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
Life after losing a spouse or partner can be scary; now you have to figure out “life” on your own. This educational support group is chock-full of ideas on how to handle tasks such as getting your own insurance, making medical decisions on your own, and how to manage your day-to-day appointments and life’s responsibilities. This […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
Avow invites the bereaved to join our supportive care team in a monthly virtual Remembering ℠ memorial service. We can share a safe virtual space to pause, to reflect, and to celebrate the lives and loves of those who have died. On the second Tuesday of each month Avow will broadcast a live stream to […]
This group is for Avow volunteers. The group is led by volunteers and participants will discuss challenges encountered in activities while keeping our volunteers engaged with their peers during the pandemic. This is an online held via through Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom […]
This support group will address the unique, and sometimes complicated, grief issues faced by adults who have lost parents or a parental figure. Losing a parent at any age is life-changing and leaves many feeling like “adult orphans.” This group will provide support through the process of this unique life transition. This is an online […]
This group deals with the unique grief of losing a child. Two volunteers with experience in specific challenges associated with the death of a child will co-facilitate this group. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org for access information. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
This group is an opportunity to explore the impact of grief on spirituality and overall well-being, how our faith shifts and changes through significant experiences such as death and loss. This group is offered via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you have any questions call (239) […]
Grief is often described in stages, though each stage may last for a different period of time — for some people, the stages may be briefer or longer than for others, and some people may not experience all of them. But acknowledging that you may experience some or all of these stages will help you […]
This group is designed to support emotional healing from grief by providing members with a creative space to process their feelings through journaling. The goal is to use journal writing as a self-care technique to explore emotions and process grief while supporting and uplifting one another creatively. This group meets in the Center for Grief […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
The Avow Pet Loss Support Group creates a caring and supportive environment for those grieving after the loss of a pet. The group is open to the public and there is no cost to join. You can attend as many groups as you like. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please […]
This group is best suited for young adults who have experienced a loss. This group is designed to support emotional healing by providing members with a safe place to talk, listen, and process grief. This is an open group for anyone in the community to join. This group meets in the Center for Grief Support […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
Life after losing a spouse or partner can be scary; now you have to figure out “life” on your own. This educational support group is chock-full of ideas on how to handle tasks such as getting your own insurance, making medical decisions on your own, and how to manage your day-to-day appointments and life’s responsibilities. This […]
This group, along with "Parkinson's Partner Loss," is led by an Avow counselor on behalf of the Parkinson's Association of Southwest Florida. The Journey group is for someone currently caring for a person with Parkinson's disease, while the Loss group is for someone who has lost a loved one from Parkinson's disease. Both groups allow […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
This group is for children ages 7 to 114 and their parent(s) or guardian(s). Avow Kids licensed/trained grief support counselors will lead sessions focusing on positive coping skills and encouragement. The group will meet in Aunt Janet's House on the Avow campus. Attendees must wear masks (available at Avow). The Avow Kids program is funded […]
This group is led by an Avow counselor for the Alzheimer’s Support Network. Groups are available for current caregivers and those who have lost someone from Alzheimer’s. You can sign up by calling Alzheimer’s Support Network at (239) 262-8388. For questions about the group email bereavement@avowcares.org or call (239) 261-4404. This is an online group […]
This support group will address the unique, and sometimes complicated, grief issues faced by adults who have lost parents or a parental figure. Losing a parent at any age is life-changing and leaves many feeling like “adult orphans.” This group will provide support through the process of this unique life transition. This is an online […]
This group deals with the unique grief of losing a child. Two volunteers with experience in specific challenges associated with the death of a child will co-facilitate this group. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org for access information. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
This group is an opportunity to explore the impact of grief on spirituality and overall well-being, how our faith shifts and changes through significant experiences such as death and loss. This group is offered via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you have any questions call (239) […]
Grief is often described in stages, though each stage may last for a different period of time — for some people, the stages may be briefer or longer than for others, and some people may not experience all of them. But acknowledging that you may experience some or all of these stages will help you […]
This group is designed to support emotional healing from grief by providing members with a creative space to process their feelings through journaling. The goal is to use journal writing as a self-care technique to explore emotions and process grief while supporting and uplifting one another creatively. This group meets in the Center for Grief […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
The Avow Pet Loss Support Group creates a caring and supportive environment for those grieving after the loss of a pet. The group is open to the public and there is no cost to join. You can attend as many groups as you like. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please […]
Join Avow Kids’ board-certified art therapist as you learn to create art projects from simple materials found at home. This is a great way for kids of all ages to have a little creative break at the end of the day. Thursdays and Saturdays Funding for Avow Kids art groups and camps is provided in […]
This group is best suited for young adults who have experienced a loss. This group is designed to support emotional healing by providing members with a safe place to talk, listen, and process grief. This is an open group for anyone in the community to join. This group meets in the Center for Grief Support […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
October's book: "The Midnight Library by Matt Haig" November's book: "The Guide by Peter Heller" This book club is open to bereaved community members experiencing grief and loss, and Avow volunteers. Books help us look deeper at struggles, tragedies, and triumphs. Explore the inner thoughts and emotions of your grief journey with literary fiction and memoirs. […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
Maybe life didn't go as planned. Now you're in the prime of your career, hitting personal milestones, but have no one to share them with. Facing these events and any hurdles along the way on your own can feel isolating. Join others in this transitional space for support, companionship, tricks and tips to go forward […]
This support group will address the unique, and sometimes complicated, grief issues faced by adults who have lost parents or a parental figure. Losing a parent at any age is life-changing and leaves many feeling like “adult orphans.” This group will provide support through the process of this unique life transition. This is an online […]
This group deals with the unique grief of losing a child. Two volunteers with experience in specific challenges associated with the death of a child will co-facilitate this group. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org for access information. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. […]
Grupo de apoyo semanal para aquellos que han experimentado la pérdida de un ser querido. Este grupo se llevará a cabo los Miércoles de 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM por Zoom videoconferencia. Esta sesión semanal de apoyo proporciona estrategias saludables para navegar la pérdida de un ser querido. Los participantes están invitados a expresar sus […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts and feelings. […]
This group is an opportunity to explore the impact of grief on spirituality and overall well-being, how our faith shifts and changes through significant experiences such as death and loss. This group is offered via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you have any questions call (239) […]
Grief is often described in stages, though each stage may last for a different period of time — for some people, the stages may be briefer or longer than for others, and some people may not experience all of them. But acknowledging that you may experience some or all of these stages will help you […]
This group is designed to support emotional healing from grief by providing members with a creative space to process their feelings through journaling. The goal is to use journal writing as a self-care technique to explore emotions and process grief while supporting and uplifting one another creatively. This group meets in the Center for Grief […]
In-person group - mask required (available at Avow) This group is best suited for those who lost a partner or spouse more than one year ago. Discussions will focus on issues bereaved spouses/partners face as they walk through their loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement counselor. Some group participants choose simply to […]
The Avow Pet Loss Support Group creates a caring and supportive environment for those grieving after the loss of a pet. The group is open to the public and there is no cost to join. You can attend as many groups as you like. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please […]
Join Avow Kids’ board-certified art therapist as you learn to create art projects from simple materials found at home. This is a great way for kids of all ages to have a little creative break at the end of the day. Thursdays and Saturdays Funding for Avow Kids art groups and camps is provided in […]
This group is best suited for young adults who have experienced a loss. This group is designed to support emotional healing by providing members with a safe place to talk, listen, and process grief. This is an open group for anyone in the community to join. This group meets in the Center for Grief Support […]
This is an open platform for the LGBTQ community to find support and coping skills to handle their unique grief and loss journeys. Attendees’ losses do not have to be death-related and include a large facet of losses unique to this community and their paths to discovery. This is an online group held via Zoom […]
October's book: "The Midnight Library by Matt Haig" November's book: "The Guide by Peter Heller" This book club is open to bereaved community members experiencing grief and loss, and Avow volunteers. Books help us look deeper at struggles, tragedies, and triumphs. Explore the inner thoughts and emotions of your grief journey with literary fiction and memoirs. […]
Life after losing a spouse or partner can be scary; now you have to figure out “life” on your own. This educational support group is chock-full of ideas on how to handle tasks such as getting your own insurance, making medical decisions on your own, and how to manage your day-to-day appointments and life’s responsibilities. This […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss or stressor of any kind, such as job loss or loss of normalcy. We encourage you to be a little selfish right now and indulge in some self-care in the form of yoga. No yoga experience? No problem! You don’t have to […]
Avow offers a support group for caregivers of our patients. This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you have any questions please call (239) 261-4404. Please read the Zoom disclaimer and support group guidelines.
This group is open to any adult in the community who has experienced a loss of any kind. Tuesdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM This is an online group held via Zoom video conferencing. Please RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org in order to join the group. You will receive Zoom instructions once you have RSVP’d. If you […]