As a psychiatrist, therapist and practitioner of mindfulness, I am often asked what mindfulness has to do with grief and loss. Most of us want to do anything but pay attention to our suffering. It’s not pleasant. Sometimes we just…
Ohio’s Hospice invites the community to participate in the “Grief, Trauma and Loss,” workshop on Monday, October 14, 2024, 5:30-6:45 pm. Participants will learn about symptoms and responses to loss, differences and similarities between trauma and grief, and tips for…
Ohio's Hospice held its Camp Waves of Emotion, a free four-day grief and bereavement camp designed to support children ages 7-12 who have experienced the loss of a parent, sibling, or significant loved one, recently. More participants were welcomed this…
When is the last time you picked up a box of markers or crayons without a purpose in mind? For many of us, it may have been elementary school. Often, if people don’t feel they are artistically inclined, the idea…
One family's story of resilience and generosity serves as a powerful reminder of the vital role that hospice care and grief support services play in our community. Jessica Marsh recently reflected on the night her son, Cooper Winters, helped contribute…
Ohio’s Hospice Invites the community to participate in the “Faces of Grief” seven-week grief support group for adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Faces of Grief will meet on Wednesdays from Sept. 11 through Oct. 30…
Ohio's Hospice recently held its 14th annual You're Not Alone youth grief and bereavement camp, at Camp Wanake in Beach City near New Philadelphia. This year’s theme was, “Sailing a New Sea,” which incorporated fun pirate and nautical crafts and…
Ohio’s Hospice invites the community to participate in the “How to Talk With Our Children About Death, Dying and Grief,” workshop on Monday, September 9, 2024, 5:30-6:45 pm. Participants will learn about how children grieve, age-appropriate responses when discussing grief…
Simply put, grief counseling consists of a confidential, guided conversation about your loss experience with a trained counseling professional. It is different from a social conversation in both its structure and purpose. The process involves telling your story and describing…
The 27th annual Ohio’s Hospice Camp HOCO was held in June at the St. Peter and Paul Retreat Center in Newark. It was the first time in 5 years that the camp has been fully operational, but the memories made…
