Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Homes is dedicated to continuing our commitment of care and offering support for our families after the funeral service. We offer educational seminars and materials, referrals to grief recovery programs and counseling services, and complimentary consultations about funeral pre-planning and other matters. If you have any questions please feel free to call us 859-356-2673.
Grieve Well Live Well Program
Losing someone close can be devastating, and we all need a little help during these times. Grieve Well Live Well is a caring series of videos and articles developed by Dr. T. David Willets, a certified grief counselor and renowned author. We’re pleased to make it available to you at no cost. The soothing guidance in this free series has helped many families just like yours. You’ll receive inspiring real-life stories and counseling to comfort you through each stage of grief.
To sign up, simply speak to a Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home staff member or use one of the Grieve Well Live Well forms located throughout the funeral homes. It’s our gift to you during this critical time.
GENERAL GRIEF GROUPS
ADULT CHILDREN GRIEVING THE DEATH OF A PARENT
An 8 week support group for adults grieving the death of a parent. Sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at the Goldstein Family Grief Center, 4360 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Contact Claire Peasely (513) 246-9356.
ADULT DAUGHTERS SUPPORT GROUP
Support group for adult daughters who have experienced the death of a parent. Meets once a month on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth Hospice. Contact: Gail Rizzo (859) 301-4612 or stars@stelizabeth.com.
ALS SURVIVORS GROUP: DINNER & SOCIAL
The group meets tri-yearly at a local restaurant. The group is for those who have experienced the death of a loved one to ALS. Enjoy the informal support and companionship of others who have experienced a similar loss. Contact: Yvonne Dressman (859) 781-8555 for the date and time of the next gathering.
BREATHE, STRETCH & RELEASE: Grief Support
This is a six week session which integrates breathing techniques, light stretches & movement, and journaling. The program is sponsored by Journey to Hope. Pre-registration required. Journey to Hope, Woodview & Compton Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45231. Contact Diane Kinsella (513) 931-5777 or dkinsella@jtoh.org for dates & time and to register.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: Open Grief Group
Parent/Sibling/ Widowed/Child loss/Friend
This group is designed to help those who have experienced the death of a loved one to understanding their feelings and emotions and meet others who understand. The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7:00-9:00 pm at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Hospitality Room, 5720 Hamilton-Mason Road, Liberty Township, OH 45011. Registration Required. For more information call Companions on a Journey Grief Support (513) 870-9108.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: UNDERSTANDING YOUR GRIEF
This group is designed for anyone new to COJ’s support programs. This is a time-limited session designed to help the newly bereaved understand their feelings and emotions.Registration required. For more information call Companions on a Journey Grief Support (513) 870-9108.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: YOUNG ADULT GROUP
This group is designed to help young adult’s ages 18-29 that have experienced the death of a loved one by understanding their feelings and emotions and meet others who have similar experiences. This group meets on the 3rd Monday of the Month from 7-8:30 pm at Companions on a Journey 8857 Cincinnati Dayton Rd. Suite 002. Registration is required. For more information call Companion on a Journey Grief Support (513) 870-9108.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
This 6 week program is sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at various locations. For date, location and time, please contact Alan Gruber, (513) 246-9355.
GRIEF COACHING GROUP
A 5 week group. A grief coach has the tools and expertise to skillfully guide individuals through the process of mourning their loss and getting started on the next phase of their journey. We begin by recognizing an individual's ability to heal, address issues, confront challenges and take action. The role of the grief coach is to bring these attributes to the surface at a time when they may not be apparent to a struggling survivor. Coaching involves forging a positive vision for the future and creating strategies for achieving specific life goals with an emphasis on action and accountability. Pre-registration required. Journey to Hope, Woodview & Compton Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45231. Contact Diane Kinsella (513) 931-5777 or dkinsella@jtoh.org for dates & time and to register.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
For those grieving the death of a loved one. Meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 4:00-5:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 7820 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45255. Contact Judy Sherlock (513) 965-9889.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
For those who have lost a friend or loved one, sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at the Goldstein Family Grief Center, 4360 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242. For dates, times and meeting locations of both general and specialized groups, please call (513) 891-7700.
GRIEFSHARE: JOURNEY FROM MOURNING TO JOY
Non‑denominational group for those grieving the death of someone close that features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Offered twice a year for 13 weeks at Cross Pointe Baptist Church, 4596 Bells Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45244. For the next start date and times, call (513) 528-1740.
LIFE TRANSITIONS
For those who are experiencing the death of a loved one from cancer. Meets on the 4th Monday of the month, 6:30 pm-8:00pm at Cancer Support Community, 4918 Cooper Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242. Contact: Kelly Schoen (513) 791-4060.
MOTHER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
Support group to address the needs of women learning to cope with the death of their mothers. Women of all ages will have an opportunity to reach out for support and guidance through the grieving process to foster self-discovery, hope and healing. Call for date & time. Sponsored by Hospice of the Bluegrass, Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Rd, Florence, KY 41042, (859) 441-6332.
NEW DAY GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
A nine week grief support group offered for adults who have lost a loved one. Please call for the start of the next group. Contact Kathy Teipen (513) 489-7489 or 474-6907.
STARS FOR ADULTS
An 8 week class for adults to build a foundation of understanding to aid in the grief journey. Meets from 6:30-8:00pm at the Hospice Grief Support Center. Registration required. Contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or james.ellis@stelizabeth.com.
DEATH CAFÉ FOR YOUNG ADULTS
An informal gathering to eat, drink and talk about life affected by death. Meets every other month on the last Thursday from 6:30-8:00pm at the Hospice Grief Support Center. Contact James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or james.ellis@stelizabeth.com.
STARS FOR ADULTS-GRANT COUNTY
A twice a month group that meets for brunch and support on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 10:30am. For locations, contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or james.ellis@stelizabeth.com.
WIDOWS/WIDOWERS
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: New Beginnings Widowed Group
This group is designed to assist widowed persons who are 60’s +. We listen, we share and we understand. This group meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 7:00-8:30 pm at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Hospitality Room, 5720 Hamilton-Mason Road, Liberty Township, OH 45011. Registration Required. For more information, call Companions on a Journey Grief Support (513) 870-9108.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: New Adventures Widowed Social Group
This group is designed by widowed persons to explore the new adventures of life. This group includes lunch, brunch and dinner groups and various social adventures. For more information call Companions on a Journey Grief Support (513) 870-9108.
SPOUSE LOSS GROUP
Support group for those who have experienced the loss of a spouse. Call for dates and times. Hospice of the Bluegrass, Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Rd, Florence, KY 41042, (859) 441-6332.
SUNDAY NIGHT WIDOW/WIDOWERS SOCIAL SUPPORT GROUP
This group provides peer support and social activities for those who have lost their spouse to death. Meets on Sundays at various times based on planned activities. Sponsored by Hyde Park Community Methodist Church. For additional information, for time and location, please contact: Becky Tupper (513) 947-9022.
STARS for RETIRED WIDOWERS
A grief support/social group for men that meets for breakfast once a month on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:30am at Atria Summit Hills Senior Living facility, Crestview Hills, KY. Includes guest speakers as well as time for fellowship. Contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or stars@stelizabeth.com.
STARS MEN’S HUDDLE
A grief support/social group for men meets on the 3rd Friday of the month at 8:00am at Atria Summit Hills Senior Living facility in Crestview Hills, KY. Provides an opportunity to connect with other men and find support in an informal atmosphere. Contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or stars@stelizabeth.com.
STARS for WIDOWS
Meets every week at Noon on Wednesdays. Registration is required.
An evening group is available on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm.
Both groups are held at the Hospice Grief Support Center. To register, please Contact: Gail Rizzo (859) 301-4612 or gail.rizzo@stelizabeth.com.
YOUNG WIDOW/WIDOWERS SUPPORT GROUP
This 10 week program is sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at the Goldstein Family Grief Center, 4360 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Contact Jenny Essell (513) 246-9358.
FOR PARENTS
THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS, CINCINNATI CHAPTERS
A national, mutual assistance, self‑help organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents, grandparents and adult siblings.
EAST GROUP:
Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7 pm at St. Timothy Episcopal Church, 8101 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45255. Contact: Lindsey Bibler (513) 652-7470.
WEST GROUP:
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:30pm registration, and program begins at 7:00pm at West Park Nursing Home, 2930 West Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45238. Contact: Michael Urbisci (513) 205-8291.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: BEREAVED PARENTS GROUP
This group is designed for any parent who has suffered the death of a child, no matter what age your child may have been at the time of death. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 7:00-8:30pm at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, 5720 Hamilton-Mason Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45011. Contact: Companions on a Journey Grief Support, Sheila Munafo-Kanoza (513) 870-9108.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: PERINATAL/NEONATAL LOSS GROUP
This group is designed for parents who have lost a child from miscarriage to birth or the first year of life. This group meets at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish located at 5720 Hamilton Mason Road, Liberty Township, Ohio 45011. Registration Required. Contact: Companions on a Journey Grief Support, Sheila Munafo-Kanoza (513) 870-9108
HEARTS: SUPPORT GROUP
Peer-led support group for parents who have lost a child through molar or ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth, neonatal death, SIDS and birth defects. The H.E.A.R.T.S. support group meets the 2nd Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Florence United Methodist Church, Room L12 (Green Room - Lower level of church), 8585 Old Toll Road, Florence, Kentucky 41042. Church phone: (859) 371-7961.
LOSS OF AN ADULT CHILD SUPPORT GROUP
This 7 week program is sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at the Goldstein Family Grief Center, 4360 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Contact: Alan Gruber (513) 246-9355.
MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
Materials, support and advocacy for victims of drunk drivers can be obtained by contacting Andrea Rehkam, (513) 769-6800 or calling the hot-line at 1-800-522-8641.
PARENTS OF MURDERED CHILDREN, INC. NATIONAL OFFICE
A peer led, self‑help support group for the families and friends of those who have died by violence. POMC is a National organization dedicated solely to the aftermath and prevention of murder. Call (513) 722-7802 (home) or (513) 910-2598 (cell) (This is for Sherry Nolan- and can be used for the local Greater Cincinnati Area Chapter); (513) 721‑5683 or 1-888-818-7662 for times & locations or visit the website at www.pomc.org (This is the contact information for the National Office)
REACH OUT TO GRIEVING PARENTS
Peer support led by parents who have lost a child due to miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm at Christ Hospital, 2139 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219. Contact: Carole Bonno, (513) 922-8883, Grace DeGregorio (513) 791-1160 or Mary Kuenzig (513) 300-1537.
STARS H.O.P.E: Helping Overwhelmed Parents Endure
Meets every other Tuesday throughout the school year, and once a month in the summer, 6:30-8:00 pm at the Hospice Grief Center. For information, please contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or stars@stelizabeth.com.
BABY’S FIRST NETWORK, formerly known as SIDS and Other Sudden Deaths
Please contact Bob or Mary Ann Kirsch (513) 941-4490 or the SIDS hotline (513) 636-8000 for information and group referral.
VILOMAH’S JOURNEY SUPPORT GROUP
Vilomah’s Journey is a network of parents who have experienced the loss of their child through cancer. We are a support group for those adjusting to a “new normal” as well as a group committed to projects that bring awareness of our journey and to support families entering this journey. The group meets monthly at the Cancer Support Community in Blue Ash. Contact Kelly Schoen, (513) 791-4060 for additional information.
FOR CHILDREN
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM, CANCER FAMILY CARE
Individual and family bereavement counseling available for children and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one from cancer. Various groups provided, as needed. Call (513) 731-3346 for additional information about children’s groups and counseling services.
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY – COJ Connection - Connecting Grieving Teens throughout the Tristate. Created by Teens to support teens in group and social settings. For more information call Companions on a Journey (513) 870-9108.
FERNSIDE, CENTER FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN
A place of comfort and support for children and teens, ages 3-18, and their parents/guardians who have had a significant death in the family. Fernside offers a variety of support groups for children, parents and guardians. Families may register for the program by contacting Fernside at (513) 246-9140. For starting times and specific locations call Fernside: (513) 246-9140.
Groups Available at the Blue Ash location:
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 2nd & 4th Mondays
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
Sibling Loss/Cousin/Friend Loss Groups, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
Groups Available at the Western Hills location:
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Groups Available at the Liberty Township location:
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 1st & 3rd Mondays
Groups Available at the Anderson location:
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
Groups Available at the Downtown Cincinnati location:
Parent Loss/Significant Adult Loss Groups, 1st & 3rd Thursdays
STARS for KIDS
A support group for any school age child and their caregiver who has experienced the death of a loved one. Meets every other Tuesday evening throughout the school year from 6:30-8:00 pm at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Crestview Hills, KY. For information, please contact: James Ellis (859) 301-4611 or stars@stelizabeth.com.
SPECIALIZED GROUPS/ADDICTION SUPPORT GROUPS
GRIEF RECOVERY METHOD: GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
The Grief Recovery Method: Grief Support Group creates a safe environment and teaches correct action choices that help you move through the pain caused by loss. In this 12-week program, you will examine beliefs about dealing with loss and look at various losses which have affected your life, which may include death, divorce, estrangement, health, job and more. You will then take actions that lead to completion of the pain caused by a recent loss or one that occurred long ago. Groups are free and space is limited. A Tuesday evening group meets at Crossroads Hospice in Blue Ash; a Wednesday afternoon group meets at the Cancer Support Community in Blue Ash; and groups are also held in Westwood, Hamilton, Batavia, Bethel and Mt. Orab. For more information or to sign up for a group, contact Mike Strick, (513) 786-3743 or mike.strick@crossroadshospice.com; or Donna Hartmann, (513) 786-3781 or donna.hartmann@crossroadshospice.com.
LOSS OF A LOVED ONE DUE TO ADDICTION SUPPORT GROUP
This 10 week program is sponsored by Hospice of Cincinnati at the Goldstein Family Grief Center, 4360 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Contact Tina Cadavid (513) 246-9359.
PEACE: People Enduring Addiction Consequences Everyday Support Group
Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month from 7:00-8:30pm at the Transitions Grateful Life Center, 305 Pleasure Isle Drive, Erlanger, Kentucky 41017. For information, please contact Connie DeMarrero (859) 635-0187 or Charlotte Wethington (859) 356-3285.
SUICIDE
COMPANIONS ON A JOURNEY GRIEF SUPPORT: Healing After a Suicide Loss
This group is designed to assists adults who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:00-9:00pm at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Hospitality Room, 5720 Hamilton-Mason Rd., Hamilton, OH 45011. Registration Required. Contact Companions on a Journey Grief Support, Sheila Munafo-Kanoza (513) 870-9108.
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE
A peer‑led support group for people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00pm. For location and additional information, call Anita McKinney (513) 923-4375.
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE
The group meets continuously throughout the year- meetings are open and there is no need to call ahead. Meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Union Township Civic Center, Riverview Room, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45244. Contact: Liz Atwell, (513) 721-2910- ext. 101; eatwell@mhankyswoh.org. Weather closure information requests can be made by calling 513-721-2910 (ask person answering phone).
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE
A peer-led support group for people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month, 7:00-9:00pm at the United Church of Christ, 15 S. Ft. Thomas Ave., Ft. Thomas, KY 41075. Contact: Carol Himes (859) 441-1958.
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