Grief support groups and workshops

Mission Hospice professionals host free grief support groups open to family members of Mission Hospice patients in California, and to all bereaved individuals living in Mission Hospice’s geographical service area (the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay). Unless otherwise noted, events are held virtually.

Drop-in grief support groups
Free; please email Christine Kovach with questions.
 
  • Tuesday evenings 6-7:30pm
  • Thursday afternoons 4-5:30pm
  • 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturday mornings 10-11:30am
  • 2nd & 4th Saturday mornings 10-11:30am
  • Last Thursday of the month, 1:15-2:45pm, San Bruno Senior Center *IN PERSON*
Specialized support groups
Free; registration is required. These semi-structured support groups meet for a fixed term, and schedules are subject to change. For more information on these specialized support groups, or if you are interested in a specific topic for a support group or workshop, please email Christine Kovach.
 
  • Suicide Loss
    First and third Thursdays, 6-7:30pm
  • Art for Healing
    Second Thursdays, May – October, 6-8pm, San Mateo office
    This monthly expressive arts support group offers adults and mature teens a creative outlet for expressing grief. No art experience necessary.
  • End of Life Option Act Grief Support Group
    Mondays, September 11 – October 30, 6-7:30pm
    This eight-week support group provides a safe, confidential space for exploring the grief experience of those whose loved ones chose the End of Life Option Act. We welcome all stories and perspectives.
  • Writing through Loss
    Wednesdays, September 27 – November 15, 6-7:30pm
    This eight-week support group is for adults grieving the loss of a loved one. Explore how creative writing can help you express where you’ve been with your grief, and where you’re going. No writing experience necessary.
  • Grief Book Club
    Monday, November 6, 6-7:30pm
    This group is for those who like to read and discuss how stories relate to their own grief experience.
  • Grief During the Holidays
    Wednesdays, November 15 – January 3, 5:30-7pm
    This eight-week support group will help grieving adults manage the holiday season. 
  • Writing through Loss
    Wednesdays, January 10 – March 6, 6-7:30pm
    This eight-week support group is for adults grieving the loss of a loved one. Explore how creative writing can help you express where you’ve been with your grief, and where you’re going. No writing experience necessary.
Workshops
Free; registration is required, unless otherwise indicated. Please email Christine Kovach with questions or to register.