All programs are available to members of the community, in addition to those who had a loved one on our hospice service.

All types of support are offered at no fee, but pre-registration is required. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Individual Counseling

Private, confidential one-to-one short-term counseling available by phone, virtually by Zoom, and in-person (geography permitting). We can also provide recommendations for books, articles, podcasts and other resources.

For more information or to register, please call Ruth Lesher at (925) 363-4126.

Support Groups

Partner or Spouse Loss

An eight-week-long virtual Zoom group for those experiencing the loss of their significant other. Two hours per session. Offered multiple times during the year.

For more information or to register, please call Veronica Coraggio at (925) 348-6812.

Daughters Grieving Their Mothers

An eight-week-long virtual Zoom group addressing the unique meaning of this loss for daughters. Two hours per session. Offered multiple times during the year.

For more information or to register, please call Ruth Lesher at (925) 363-4126.

Expressing Grief Through Art

An eight-week-long virtual Zoom group supporting those grieving the death of a loved one(s). Each week focuses on a different art activity followed by opportunities for verbal processing. Two hours per session. Offered quarterly.

For more information or to register, please call Veronica Coraggio at (925) 348-6812.

Grieving Through Movement: Hiking Fridays

An ongoing, drop-in or “come when you can” in-person group supporting those grieving the death of a loved one(s). A “walk and maybe talk” gentle nature hike with opportunities for sharing and reflection. Two hours per session. Meets 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Fridays of every month.

For more information or to register, please call Doug Binzak at (925) 381-8010.

Grieving Through Movement: Deep Stretch, Deep Release

A 2-hour in-person workshop supporting those grieving the death of a loved one(s). Use of props low to the ground help us to open up tight places in the body, allowing emotional energy to be processed and flow. Offered quarterly.

For more information or to register, please call Doug Binzak at (925) 381-8010.

Bereavement Book Club

A four-week-long general loss virtual Zoom group that uses grief-themed books to guide our exploration of our own unique bereavement journeys. Two hours per session. Offered quarterly.

For more information or to register, please call Ruth Lesher at (925) 363-4126.

Seasonal Events

Handling the Holidays Workshop

The holiday season can be a difficult time of the year, especially for those who have lost loved ones. Please join us for group discussion and practical tips on coping with grief and loss during the holiday season.

Service of Remembrance Memorial

An annual gathering late in the year to honor and remember loved ones who have died. Open to the community.