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SUPPORTIVE CARE PROGRAMS AT STEDMAN COMMUNITY HOSPICE
All support programs offered though the Stedman Community Hospice require pre-registration.
To register, or for more information please contact: Sydney Adams | (519) 751-7096 ex. 2521 | sadams@stedmanhospice.ca
WEEKLY, POPULATION BASED SUPPORT
Wellness Wednesday Support Gathering
A monthly gathering for individuals living with a life-limiting illness, offering an opportunity to connect, reflect, and navigate the experience of illness alongside others who understand. The group creates a safe and welcoming environment where participants can talk openly, listen to others, or simply spend time in the company of people facing similar circumstances.
Participants are encouraged to share, listen and discover ways to support their well-being.
The gatherings are held once per week on Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Stedman Community Hospice.
Care for the Caregiver Support Gathering
A weekly supportive gathering for individuals who are caring for someone living with a life-limiting illness. The group provides a warm, welcoming, and inclusive space where caregivers can connect with others who understand the unique challenges and experiences of caregiving.
Participants are invited to share experiences, offer and receive support, and build connections with others who may be navigating similar circumstances.
The gatherings are held once per week on Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Stedman Community Hospice.
Coffee & Connection Support Gathering
A weekly opportunity to connect socially with others who are bereaved, without a set agenda or expectation to participate in structured discussion. This gathering provides a warm, welcoming, and inclusive space where people can come as they are, share conversation, spend time with others who understand the experience of loss, or simply enjoy a sense of connection and community.
The gatherings are held once per week on Fridays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Stedman Community Hospice.
MONTHLY, OPEN GROUP BEREAEMENT SUPPORT
PAIL Network – Circle of Support Group
PAIL Network offers peer-led in person support to all families across Ontario who have experienced a pregnancy loss, an infant death or elective abortion. Our team of trained volunteers provide support during monthly scheduled meetings. These groups connect families who share a similar experience of loss, and these discussions are moderated by a peer support volunteer who also shares that experience.
In person support group sessions are held at Stedman Community Hospice once per month on Thursday evening from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. Registration is required to attend.
| January 15, 2026 | July 16, 2026 |
| February 19, 2026 | August 20, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 | September 17, 2026 |
| April 16, 2026 | October 15, 2026 |
| May 21, 2026 | November 19, 2026 |
| June 18, 2026 | December 17, 2026 |
Please complete a Request for Support Form if you are interested in joining this group, or for more information, email pailsupport@sunnybrook.ca or call 1-888-303-7245 (PAIL).
TCF – Bereaved Parents Support Group
The Compassionate Friends of Canada (TCF) provides a safe environment, support bereaved parents grieving the loss of a child/children, no matter the age or cause. The Compassionate Friends of Canada is an organization formed by and for parents whose children have died. This group provides a supportive , welcoming and inclusive space for bereaved parents to connect with others who share a similar experience of loss.
In person support group sessions are held at Stedman Community Hospice once per month on Thursday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Registration is required to attend.
| January 8, 2026 | July 9, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 | August 13, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 | September 10, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 | October 8, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 | November 12, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 | December 10, 2026 |
For more information please email, Brantford@TCFCanada.net or phone/text 519-750-4733.
CMHA - Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Survivors of Suicide Loss Bereavement Support group is a support group for adults who have lost a family member or friend to suicide. This group provides a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend by suicide.
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Survivors of Suicide Loss Bereavement Support group is a support group for adults who have lost a family member or friend to suicide. This group provides a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend by suicide.
Facilitated through a hybrid model (run simultaneously - in person at Stedman Hospice and virtually over Zoom) once per month on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. **Note: No session held in August.
| January 21, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
| February 18, 2026 | September 16, 2026 |
| March 18, 2026 | October 21, 2026 |
| April 15, 2026 | November 18, 2026 |
| May 20, 2026 | December 9, 2026 |
| June 17, 2026 |
To register, or for more information please email lill@cmhabhn.ca or call 519-752-2998 ext. 112.
'Together In Grief' Support Group
Monthly grief support group providing a supportive, welcoming and inclusive space for ongoing support for any type of death/related loss (sibling, parent, partner, spouse, child, friend, grandparent, etc.) or grief experience and at any point in your grief journey. This group is open to adults 18+ years of age who are seeking validation, normalization of experience and coping strategies as one learns to live with their grief.
The group sessions are held on the 2nd Wednesday evening of the month from 6:00pm to 7:30pm or the 3rd Friday morning of the month from 10-11:30 am at the Stedman Community Hospice.
Please note, participants are welcome to attend one session per month for up to one year.
| January 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 | August 12, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 | September 9, 2026 |
| April 8, 2026 | October 14, 2026 |
| May 13, 2026 | November 11, 2026 |
| June 10, 2026 | December 16, 2026 |
Partner/Spousal Loss Support Group
Partner/Spousal Loss Support Group is a 10-week grief support group open to individuals who have experienced the death of a partner or spouse. Providing a welcoming and inclusive space for weekly support for those facing the unique challenges of a partner/spousal loss.
Sessions combine grief education, group discussion, and supportive activities designed to help participants better understand and navigate their grief. Participants commit to attending the full 10-week program, allowing the group to group to development a sense of trust, safety, and connection over time.
The program is offered twice per year-in spring and fall-at Stedman Community Hospice. The groups is limited to a maximum of 10 participants and is facilitated by a member of the Supportive Care team.
Fall Session: Thursday September 24, 2026 - Thursday November 26 2026 from 10:00am-12:00pm.
Young Adult Mixed Loss Support Group
The Young Adult Mixed Loss Support Group is an 8-week grief support group open to individuals between the ages of 18 – 35, who have experienced the death of a significant individual in their life.
The group offers a safe, supportive environment where participants can connect with others of a similar age who are navigating the experience of grief and loss. Sessions combines grief education, group discussion, and supportive activities to help participants better understand and navigate their grief.
The program is held twice per year. The group capacity will be held at 10 registered participants at Stedman Community Hospice. This group is facilitated by a member of the Supportive Care Team.
Fall Session: Thursday October 29, 2026 – Thursday December 17, 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
Grief 101: An Educational Seminar
An in-person educational seminar for individuals seeking information regarding bereavement, and the grief journey. This seminar seeks to normalize the complex and nuanced experience of grief, while shining light on this often-overlooked, emotional, human experience.
This seminar is an opportunity for those navigating grief to engage with a member of the Stedman Community Hospice staff, and acquire additional support information.
This program is held on the first Tuesday of each month, at the Stedman Community Hospice, from 1:00pm-3:00pm. This program is available to attend one time, as the same content is presented each month.