Published on September 3, 2024
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Community Education
September Lunch & Learn: Saying Good Bye: Preparing for Death, Documentary Screening
Director Johanna Lunn narrates this second chapter in the When You Die trilogy, which addresses our mortality head on. She guides viewers through fear and into honest conversations about the questions most of us avoid: What is a good death? Could we possibly heal old emotional wounds as death approaches? Where do we want to die? What quality of life is enough for us? What is a conscious death? Could we have one?
As hard as it is to believe, we know, in the depths of our being, death will come – either through a diagnosis, or from a sudden accident. Don’t wait until you’re in crisis to decide how you want to be cared for. Difficult as it is, making decisions now about what we want when facing the inevitable, is a great kindness to yourself, and to your loved ones.
Nashville: Wednesday, September 11 | 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Murfreesboro: Wednesday, September 25 | 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Special Events and Offerings
Songwriting through Grief (Virtual)
Award-winning songwriter Becky Warren leads songwriting sessions for healing, drawing from personal grief experiences. No musical background required. Sessions via Zoom, crafting a complete song in 3-4 hours over two sessions. Ready to write your song?
More info: griefsupport@AliveHospice.org
Grief Hike
Spend time reflecting on grief while hiking in the beauty of Tennessee’s only natural burial conservation cemetery.
Friday, September 6 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Larkspur Conservation at Taylor Hollow
More info: griefsupport@AliveHospice.org
Brunch Meet Up (In-person)
A gathering for adults who have experienced loss to find connection, conversation, and support.
Second Wednesday | 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Keke’s breakfast cafe, 209 Indian Lake Blvd, Hendersonville
More info: griefsupport@AliveHospice.org
Mindfulness and Relaxation
Paws for Grief (In-person in Nashville)
Looking for a different way to relax and find comfort? Join us at the Alive Grief Center for a drop-in pet therapy hour with our volunteer animal therapy teams. Each month we’ll have different animals to meet, ready for pets and cuddles. All ages are welcome with a guardian present.
First Thursday | 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Weekly Guided Meditation (Virtual)
Need a moment of peace in your day? We invite you to join Alive on Zoom for a free and relaxing 30-minute guided meditation led by our volunteer, Sarah Silvi.
Thursdays | 1 – 1:30 p.m.
Upcoming Grief Support Offerings
Grief 101 (Virtual)
This introductory group session answers questions on grief, provides tools, and introduces grief services offered by Alive.
First and Third Tuesday | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Preparing for Goodbye: Coping with Grief Before Loss (Virtual)
For adults who are facing the terminal illness of a loved one. This class provides information on understanding and coping with the experience of anticipatory grief and finding meaning in the midst of expected loss.
Second and Fourth Tuesday | 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Good Mourning Group (Virtual)
Join this weekly virtual meeting to start your day with support from others who understand what you’re going through.
Wednesdays | 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Book Club (Virtual)
Join us as we explore books with themes of loss, coping and hope. Each month we will explore a new book. This month’s book: A Heart That Works, by Rob Delaney.
Fourth Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Supporting A Grieving Child (Virtual)
Alive’s Grief Support team offers guidance for adults supporting grieving children and teens under 18. Q&A included.
Fourth Thursday | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Eight-Week Grief Journey Groups Forming Now!
Our day and evening Grief Journey groups launch the week of September 12. Groups meet for eight consecutive weeks and are led by licensed Grief Counselors. $10/person/session, scholarships available. *Final group meeting times and locations to be determined based on interest.
- Groups for Loss of Spouse/Partner
- Mondays | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
- In-person in Nashville
- Loss of a Loved One
- Thursdays | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. OR 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
- Virtual
For more information, please email griefsupport@alivehospice.org.
Drop-In Grief Support Groups
These virtual grief groups are FREE to attend and meet weekly or monthly. Participants are welcome to join at any time. Join us for a group that fits your needs, including:
- Living With Grief Group
- Anxiety and Grief
- Substance Loss Group
- Suicide Loss Group
- Support for Widowed Men
- Child Loss Group
- Women’s Grief Group
- Navigating Grief
- Good Evening Group
- And more!
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Fall Youth Group
Grief support groups for ages 4-17, dinner included! Activities that allow children and teens to learn to cope with loss. Sessions include grief education, games and more.
Starting after Labor Day!
Alive’s Grief Center: 1721 Patterson St. Nashville, TN
For more information, please email griefsupport@alivehospice.org.
Family Retreat Registration is Open!
Alive’s Family Retreat is open to families with children under the age of 18. During this special event, families come together to play, remember, share, and connect. The day will include a variety of recreational activities, games, arts and crafts, woodworking, and memory making that will strengthen your family bond in the midst of grief.
$20 registration fee per person, scholarships available for those in need.
Date: Saturday, October 5
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Tennessee Conference on Grief
Join Alive’s Grief Center for the Tennessee Conference on Grief, designed for clinicians and community members seeking to enhance their skills and learn from experts in grief support. Stay updated on the latest research, connect with peers, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. Expand your knowledge and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those experiencing grief.
*pending approval for CE credit for LPC, LMFT, and Social Workers.
Dates:
Pre-Conference (half-day): Wednesday, November 6
(The Pre-Conference will focus on supporting grieving children’s and teens)
Main Conference (all day): Thursday, November 7
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