Grief Support Services
For 50 years, HopeHealth has offered comfort, dignity and compassion to patients and families in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
About Our Grief Support Services
Every person’s grief experience is unique. If you are grieving the loss of someone, we can help you toward a path of hope and renewal. The grief support professionals at our Center for Hope & Healing offer compassionate and individualized support for grief at any stage. We offer an expansive grief support group program and offer community programs like Camp BraveHeart for kids as well as remembrance events. Our grief support services are offered throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Counseling and Support Groups
Central to the mission of HopeHealth, we provide ongoing support and counseling to members of our community.
Our counselors can meet privately with individuals and families, both children and adults, in an office setting, in the community or at your home. Counselors have advanced training and experience in grief support and the emotional effects of serious illness.
We also offer a variety of grief support groups specific to what you may be experiencing. These include six-week sessions and ongoing general monthly groups led by trained facilitators. They are open to anyone who has experienced a loss regardless of whether hospice was used.
(If you are caring for someone with a memory impairment, you may be interested in our dementia caregiver support groups.)
“Hope—a one syllable word that will keep you going when all of the other more impressive words have failed to sustain you.”
— Joni Aldrich, author and inspirational speaker
Seasonal Grief Support
Hope for the Holidays
HopeHealth's "Hope for the Holidays" is a free program offering support to those dealing with grief during the holiday season. Led by professional grief counselors, these workshops, available in person and on Zoom in November and December, provide guidance and hope to individuals struggling with the loss of a loved one. Additionally, our program includes a special presentation focused on helping grieving children navigate the holidays.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in the 2025 season!
Virtual Candle Lighting
As part of our holiday grief support programs, we invite you to remember and honor your loved one by submitting their name along with a personal message to be displayed online.
Once lit, your candle will stay illuminated throughout the holiday season, serving as a lasting tribute to your loved one’s memory.
Community Crisis Interventions
Our hospice counselors are available when a sudden death occurs or otherwise impacts a group, such as workplace, school or other community. Services include immediate crisis intervention as well as ongoing support and education.
Grief Camps and Retreats
Our grief camps and retreats provide a safe and compassionate environment to be in company of others who are grieving.
Camp BraveHeart
For over 15 years, HopeHealth’s Camp BraveHeart has provided comfort and healing to kids ages 5–17 coping with the loss of a loved one. This free summer program, offered in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, combines fun activities with grief support in a safe, compassionate setting.
Activities Include:
- Art and music therapy
- Outdoor adventures
- Group discussions
- Memorial projects
Camp BraveHeart helps children and teens process their emotions, build resilience, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Stay tuned for 2026 dates.
Weekend of Hope & Healing
If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, this retreat offers a supportive and nurturing environment to help you find solace and renewal. Designed for adults ages 18 and older, this annual retreat is a unique opportunity to connect with others who understand your journey.
During the weekend, participants will engage in a variety of interactive workshops and hands-on activities carefully designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Whether it’s creative exercises, reflective discussions, or calming practices, every aspect of the retreat aims to foster healing and encourage hope.
Please note that space is limited, so early registration is recommended to secure your spot.
Stay tuned for 2026 dates.
Remembrance Event
Each June, our annual remembrance event, A Summer Evening of Hope & Remembrance, brings the community together for a special evening dedicated to honoring and remembering loved ones. Held at the serene Swan Point, this event offers a peaceful setting for reflection, connection, and healing. This year’s event reached full capacity, with attendees coming together to share in a moving ceremony that included heartfelt tributes, music, and moments of quiet reflection. Please stay tuned for more details on our 2026 ceremony.
Grief Support Readings
Our large library of articles offers practical suggestions to help you work through your grief journey or support others in mourning.