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By the Bay Health

Support Group Calendar

Although grief is a uniquely personal experience, many people find a sense of comfort, strength and hope by coming together with others to remember loved ones. These groups are open to California residents whose loved ones were under the care of By the Bay Health, and members of the community in our service area. For privacy and to receive a Zoom link, pre-registration is required for all groups. A brief phone intake is also required for 8-week groups.

Note: We recommend allowing yourself at least three months after the death of your loved one before attending one of our 8-week support groups, as it can be especially difficult to take in other people’s losses during the early stages of grief. We offer individual grief counseling at any time throughout your grief process.

Note: As a courtesy to your fellow group attendees, please log in promptly.

All of our grief support activities are open to the community at-large. Call (415) 526.5699 to register or for more information.

IN PERSON - Grief Support Groups

In Person - Drop-in Groups

Want to see what grief support is all about, without the multi-week commitment? Then this group is ideal — all you have to do is show up. No registration required. Please arrive promptly. 

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Aug 27, Sept 24, Oct 29, Nov 26 (skips Dec 31)

Last Tuesday of each month

Noon-1 p.m.

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

FREE

No registration required

Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 30, Nov 27 (skips Dec 25)

Last Wednesday of each month

Noon-1 p.m.

355 West Napa Street, Suite B, Sonoma

FREE

No registration required

In Person - Hiking & Grief – Marin

In this counselor-led hiking group, we’ll explore a beginner to intermediate trail with others who’ve experienced the loss of a family member or close friend. Sharing of stories and insights are welcome, but not required. Location provided upon registration. Pre-registration required; call (415) 526.5699.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Sept 26

Thursday

9:30-11 a.m.

Provided upon registration

FREE

In Person - Coping with Holidays

Holidays often magnify feelings of grief and loss. In this free class, you’ll get practical advice on preparing yourself, plus opportunities to express grief through the use of expressive arts and/or the sharing of memories. Pre-registration required; call (415) 526.5699.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Nov 13 (Kids and Teens ages 7-17)

Wednesday

6-7:30 p.m.

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

FREE

Nov 13 (Adults))

Wednesday

6-7:30 p.m.

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

FREE

In Person - Grief and the Body

Join us to explore the impact grief can have on our bodies and how we can practice intuitive self-care to attend to our physical and mental well being. Learn about the benefits of gentle movement, soothing self-touch and other body-oriented self-care techniques to try at home. FREE. Pre-registration required. Call (415) 526.5699

Date(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Oct 16

6–7:30 p.m. 

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

FREE

IN PERSON - 8-week Groups

The fee for 8-week groups may be waived for those who qualify. For family members of hospice patients who received By the Bay Health’s care, the fee for one group series is waived during the first 13 months after the loss.

In Person - Spousal/Partner Loss Group (for Adults)

The death of a spouse or partner can find you unprepared to face the future alone. Join with others to share your grief and learn new skills to cope with the profound changes in your life. Pre-registration and telephone intake required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

July 18-Sept 12 (skips Aug 1) 

Thursdays

10:30 a.m.-Noon

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

8 sessions/$185

July 5

Sept 9-Oct 28

Mondays

10:30 a.m.-Noon

17 E Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur

8 sessions/$185

Aug 26

ONLINE - Ongoing Grief Support Groups

Virtual - Weekly Grief Support Groups

Want to see what grief support is all about, without the multi-week commitment? Then this group is ideal. Pre-registration telephone call required. Call (415) 526.5699.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Ongoing (skips Aug 27, Sept 24, Oct 29, Nov 26, Dec 31)

Tuesdays

Noon - 1 p.m.

Virtual

FREE

Virtual - Monthly Grief Support Group for Bereaved Parents

Life is forever changed after the death of a child of any age. Join us to gently explore emotions, find comfort in the company of other bereaved parents and transform grief into healing. Pre-registration required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Ongoing *(exception, Oct 10 instead of Oct 3)

First Thursday of Month*

11 a.m. - Noon

Virtual

FREE

Call Cecelia Luna, LPCC, at

(415) 318.7566

Virtual - Monthly Pet Loss Group

If you have experienced the loss of a loved animal, please join us for this free monthly support group offered in collaboration with Marin Humane. Pre-registration at least three days in advance required. 

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Ongoing - Sept 9 (skips Sept 2), Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2

First Monday of each month

6 - 7:30 pm

Virtual

FREE

Call Mimi DeGennaro, LCSW at

(415) 444.9205

ONLINE - 8-week Groups

The fee for 8-week groups may be waived for those who qualify. For family members of hospice patients who received By the Bay Health’s care, the fee for one group series is waived during the first 13 months after the loss.

Virtual - Spousal/Partner Loss

The death of a spouse or partner can find you unprepared to face the future alone. Join with others to share your grief and learn new skills to cope with the profound changes in your life. Pre-registration and telephone intake required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Sept 10 - Oct 29

Tuesdays

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Virtual

8 sessions/$185

Aug 27

Oct 23 - Dec 18 (skips Nov 27)

Wednesdays

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Virtual

8 sessions/$185

Oct 9

Virtual - Parental Loss for Adults

The death of a parent can greatly impact us. In this group, meet with others who can relate to your grief experience while obtaining practical tools and helpful grief education. . Pre-registration and telephone intake required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Oct 21 - Dec 9

Mondays

2 - 3:30 p.m.

Virtual

8 sessions/$185

Oct 7

Oct 23 - Dec 18 (skips Nov 27)

Wednesdays

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Virtual

8 sessions/$185

Oct 9

ONLINE - One-time Groups, Classes & Workshops

Grief and the Body

Join us to explore the impact grief can have on our bodies and how we can practice intuitive self-care to attend to our physical and mental well being. Learn about the benefits of gentle movement, soothing self-touch and other body-oriented self-care techniques to try at home Pre-registration required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Dec 11

Wednesday

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

FREE

Dec 4

Virtual - Grief & Transition in Aging for Seniors 60 and Older

Grieving the death of a loved one is often one of many losses we experience as we age. Join with other  bereaved seniors to consider ways of finding strength and resilience, as we continue to rediscover ourselves and our evolving identity. Pre-registration required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Aug 20, , ,

Tuesday

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

FREE

Aug 13

Sept 17

Tuesday

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

FREE

Sept 10

Oct 15

Tuesday

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

FREE

Oct 8

Nov 19

Tuesday

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

FREE

Nov 12

Virtual - Coping with Sudden Loss Due to Suicide or other Unexpected Causes

Not being able to prepare for the loss of a loved one can affect us in unique ways. Join with others to learn how we can cope with the devastation of sudden loss. Pre-registration required.

Date(s)

Day(s)

Time

Location

Fee

Register by

Sept 30

Monday

6 - 7 p.m.

Virtual

FREE

Sept 23