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Grief
April
This six-week series on Thursdays from April 6 – May 11 is for adults to explore grief as a natural process, allowing participants to learn about the grief process and connect with others who are grieving the death of a loved one. Attend all sessions.
Register by April 5.
Masking is required. No food or drink is allowed in the conference room.
This six-week class is open to anyone who has suffered the death of a loved one and is grieving. Class activities can help relieve the physical, mental, social and spiritual symptoms of grief. Class combines the benefits of a grief support group: education, support, connection with others, with yoga practices for self-care: breathing practices, gentle movement and meditation. Participants will utilize the deeper tools of yoga to help create a safe space for grief and connect with their deepest selves in a compassionate way. The emphasis will not be on physical exercise (asana).
Kathy Bang, a retired hospice social worker, will teach the class.
Cost is reduced for Mayo Clinic employees and students of Mayo Clinic educational programs.
Register at least one week prior to the first class. Registered participants will receive a link to the Zoom meeting. Class size is limited.
This in-person monthly gathering is for informal conversation, camaraderie and support for men after the death of a spouse or significant other.
Masking is required. No food or drink is allowed in the conference room.
Other Common Bonds Grief Support groups available include:
This virtual monthly gathering on Zoom is for informal conversation, camaraderie and support for women after the death of a spouse or significant other.
You will receive the Zoom link after registering.
Other Common Bonds Grief Support groups available include:
This group is for people who have experienced the death of a loved one. Participants will meet once weekly to share stories, explore the process of grief and healing, and find comfort in knowing they are not alone. Hospice Department staff host these groups.
This group is limited to 10 participants. Call for more information or to register by April 10.
This virtual monthly gathering on Zoom is for informal conversation, camaraderie and support for men after the death of a spouse or significant other.
You will receive the Zoom link after registering.
Other Common Bonds Grief Support groups available include:
This in-person monthly gathering is for informal conversation, camaraderie and support for women after the death of a spouse or significant other.
Masking is required. No food or drink is allowed in the conference room.
Other Common Bonds Grief Support groups available include:
May
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