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groups to informative seminars by our experts in hospice, palliative care and grief support.
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 to accommodate social distancing. You MUST RSVP to bereavement@avowcares.org to receive your Zoom invitation link. If you […]
This is an online group for anyone those who have experienced a loss of any kind or stressors during COVID-19 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 […]
The Widow & Widower support group is open to anyone in the community who has experienced a recent loss. The group is led by a licensed bereavement expert and is most appropriate for those who have experienced a loss within the past year. Some group participants choose simply to listen; others feel comfortable sharing thoughts […]
When a loved one commits suicide, those left behind may feel guilt, pain, and confusion over the unexpected death. Often, it may be hard to find someone to talk to about your loved one’s death because suicide isn’t often discussed openly. This group teaches coping skills while creating an open forum to discuss this type […]
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 Where: Online Zoom video conferencing or phone-in line You MUST RSVP […]
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 […]
Join us for a special program to celebrate military heroes past, present and future. Hosted by: Jack Fulmer Former Avow Board Member and USMC Veteran Friday, May 14, 2021 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Ispiri Community Center at Avow 1205 Whippoorwill Ln, Naples, FL 34105 Reservations required to: Mark Beland (239) 285-9300 or Mark.Beland@AvowCares.org. Attendance […]
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. Where: This is an online […]
This group is based on a Yale University class called the "Science of Well-Being." Participants will be asked to take practical steps to increase their happiness through their grieving process. Techniques include savoring, gratitude, social connection, kindness, reflection and meditation to intentionally increase our state of happiness. You must preregister to receive a Zoom invitation. […]
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 will focus on movement activities such as dancing, stretching/yoga, "Simon Says," "Become your Favorite Animal," and other creative movement exercises. This group is for ages 7 to 12. When: Fridays Where: Online Zoom video conferencing or phone-in line Who: Kids aged 7 - 12, led by licensed and credentials counselors. 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. Where: This is an online group done through Zoom video conferencing. […]
