GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS IN THE GREATER MILWAUKEE AREA
YOU’RE NOT ALONE
With our online grief support you’re assured of our commitment to helping you through this difficult time. It doesn’t matter what time of day, or what day of the week you need support, we’re here for you. You can access online grief counseling services, join a grief support group, or watch our interactive videos, anytime: 24/7. No matter how you feel at this moment, you have our commitment – you’re never alone.
MEET DR. VIRGINIA SIMPSON
EXECUTIVE COUNSELING DIRECTOR
I bring both personal and professional experience with death and grieving to every counseling situation, which includes the creation of this set of grief counseling resources. I know them to be the best available online today. Whether your loss has been sudden or expected, I’ll help you learn to cope with the depth of emotions and experiences that are part of healthy grieving.
KYLE’S KORNER
Kyle’s Korner is a local organization located in Wauwatosa, WI that is the work and creation of dedicated bereavement specialists within the Milwaukee area community who are committed to supporting grieving families with young children. For futher information please feel free to contact them at (414)777-1585 or visit their website at http://www.kyleskorner.org.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS
Companions on the Journey Grief Support Group
You are most welcome to join Holy Apostles & St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s grief support group, Companions on the Journey. Our meetings are held on the second Monday of the month from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Barnabas Room – Welcome Center at Holy Apostles, or the second Wednesday of the month from 12:45pm – 3pm pm in the John/Luke Room in Sippel Hall. This will be an opportunity for you to share your story of grief (sharing is optional) in a safe and supportive environment. We offer comfort, friendship, and many resources (books, pamphlets, etc.).
Holy Apostles: 16000 W. National Avenue, New Berlin.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: 12700 W. Howard Avenue, New Berlin
The Common Ground of Grief Support Group
The Common Ground of Grief Support Group Meetings are conducted by Patrick Dean, MEd., CT, director of grief education services for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Cemeteries and founder of WI Grief Education Center. This support is free and is open to people of all ages and faiths. The Sessions are geared for interaction or privacy, as preferred. These meetings are sponsored by Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Cemeteries, bereavement ministry of the Nazareth Project and San Camillo. All support group meetings are held at San Camillo, 10200 W. Bluemound Rd. Wauwatosa, WI, from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Weather cancellations on local TV news.
GriefShare Grief Recovery Support Groups
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. GriefShare seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. There are thousands of GriefShare grief recovery support groups meeting throughout the US, Canada and in over 10 other countries. There’s one meeting near you! To attend a local meeting, please visit the griefshare website by clicking on the following link http://www.griefshare.org/findagroup or contact GriefShare by calling 1-800-395-5755. *Please call each group location before attending to confirm meeting time and date as cancellations may occur.