Our Grief Support Sessions
Empathetic Support for Your Healing Journey
We Offer Free Grief Support Group Sessions
Every Other Wednesday Evenings 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Irondequoit Public Library
Due to the demand, we currently have two groups running. Each group meets every other Wednesday (1st and 3rd Wed. / 2nd and 4th Wed.). You are allowed to attend two sessions per month around your life’s schedule. We do require any participant to pre-register prior to attending their first meeting. From there, they can a attend up to two times each month on a Wednesday as much or as little as it feels appropriate for their grief journey. Please fill out the registration found in the link on the main website page or click the link below:
Grief touches everyone— while we recognize that loss can take on many forms, our group centers on the loss of a loved one and the grief that follows. Death can create an array of emotions to accept the loss and then rebuild to the new normal. GGR is here to reinforce that you are not alone.
This is a gently-guided no-cost program designed to offer a safe, compassionate space for individuals grieving a significant loss. Together, we’ll explore the emotional landscape of grief, foster healing, and begin working toward your “new normal”—surrounded by others who truly understand. What we have discovered, is that it is the participants who counsel each other more than the group leader! A welcoming community puts their arms around each other and walks them towards the new normal.
Consider coming to learn more. Time of Each Session: 6:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Location: Irondequoit Public Library, located at 1290 Titus Avenue, Rochester NY
What to Expect:
- Bi-weekly guided sessions focused on emotional processing, personal growth, and connection
- A supportive, peer-based environment facilitated by a Certified Grief Counselor.
- You are welcome to bring one support person if needed but need to let us know as we have room capacity requirements.
Please Note:
- There is absolutely no charge for this thanks to those in the community supporting us with donations.
- Pre-registration is required. This allows us to align prepared topic material to the needs of the individuals discussed.
- Adults only, please —no children permitted, in order to maintain a focused and respectful space.
📌 Pre-Registration can be done here on our website.
If you’d like to learn more, please feel free to email us at Info@GoodGriefRochester.com
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Understanding Grief
Led by Certified Grief Counselor Ms. Cheri A. Copie, this session helps participants understand the nature of grief, its impact on daily life, and the healing process.
The Grief Journey
Explore the patterns and emotions that come with grief with fellow participants, sharing experiences and learning coping strategies that can assist in navigating through personal loss.
Living Forward with Grief
Focus on finding a new normal after loss. This session provides practical tools for moving forward while honoring the past.
What Our Sessions Will Cover
Understanding Grief — what it is and what it is not
The Grief Journey from the Participants’ experiences
Coping Tools for Daily Life, Answering “Am I Normal Feeling This Way?”
Grief and How It Impacts or Redefines Relationships
Understanding New Dynamics, Meaning-Making and Growth
Living Forward with Grief
Pre-Registration
Pre-registration is necessary as space is limited. We can put you on our wait list if needed. This ensures each group is appropriately sized, providing an intimate and effective support environment for all participants with content tailored to their struggles. Registrants are allowed to bring a support person but we would need their name on the application to fully include them.
Evening Sessions
Conveniently scheduled in the evenings to accommodate various schedules, allowing participants to join after work or personal commitments. Typically located in local library meeting rooms in the Rochester, NY area. Because of the 1:1 group work, we are not offering video conferencing sessions at this time, but may in the future.
Group Support vs. Personal Counseling
This is not therapy. This is a structured group sharing & support environment. For those seeking one-on-one support, let’s talk. The Founder does work privately with a few folks, or she can assist in finding local resources that offer more targeted services. Together, we can come up with a plan designed to address specific emotional needs and provide tailored guidance for you.