Hearts of Hope is an ongoing open grief support group for any adult who is grieving the death of a loved one. This group meets every month routinely on the following days: 1st and 3rd Mondays (daytime, 10:30 AM - 12 Noon), as well as 2nd and 4th Thursdays (evening, 5:30 PM - 7 PM). For more information, please call our office at 301-791-6360 or email Maria Reed at mdreed@hospiceofwc.org. PLEASE NOTE: Hearts of Hope (Evening Meeting) will not meet Thanksgiving Day (November 28th).
Taking the first steps into grief support after the loss of a loved one can be very difficult. Stepping Stones is intended to serve as an introductory to grief support services for adults who have experienced recent loss. The purpose of this program is to provide education and resources related to the grieving process & connect with others who have experienced a recent loss. We invite you to take the first step into grief support with Stepping Stones to learn, connect, & share with...
Hearts of Hope is an ongoing open grief support group for any adult who is grieving the death of a loved one. This group meets every month routinely on the following days: 1st and 3rd Mondays (daytime, 10:30 AM - 12 Noon), as well as 2nd and 4th Thursdays (evening, 5:30 PM - 7 PM). For more information, please call our office at 301-791-6360 or email Maria Reed at mdreed@hospiceofwc.org. PLEASE NOTE: Hearts of Hope (Morning Meeting) will not meet January 1st or September 2nd, 2024.
Hearts of Hope is an ongoing open grief support group for any adult who is grieving the death of a loved one. This group meets every month routinely on the following days: 1st and 3rd Mondays (daytime, 10:30 AM - 12 Noon), as well as 2nd and 4th Thursdays (evening, 5:30 PM - 7 PM). For more information, please call our office at 301-791-6360 or email Maria Reed at mdreed@hospiceofwc.org. PLEASE NOTE: Hearts of Hope (Evening Meeting) will not meet Thanksgiving Day (November 28th).
The Social Brunch is an opportunity for adults to informally socialize and dine with others who understand and respect your grief journey. Social Brunch gatherings will be offered at a local restaurant 1x/month on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 11 AM - 12:30 PM. Please RSVP by calling Hospice of Washington County Bereavement team at: 301-791-6360, or emailing Mary Diehl at: mdiehl44@aol.com.
Hospice of Washington County Bereavement Care Department is continuing their support group for those who have experienced the loss of a child. This program is run by Stephanie one time a month on the second Monday of each month from 3:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. This group will meet at the HWC Main Office in the Conference Room. Adults who have experienced a loss of child are invited to come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through shared experience.
Children and families who have experienced the death of a loved one or friend are invited to attend this event. This free support event will include story time, crafts, and resources on coping with the death of a loved one. Hosted in partnership with Washington County Free Library: Smithsburg Branch. Two days scheduled for 2024: July 8th and August 5th.
The Hospice of Washington County bereavement department will be hosting a Soaring Doves Teen Program at the Washington County Free Library, Smithsburg Branch. Though experiencing a death can be a life-changing event for anyone, adolescence is a crucial period of development. Our Teen Program is designed to meet the unique needs of those 13-18 years of age who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Children and families who have experienced the death of a loved one or friend are invited to attend this event. This free support event will include story time, crafts, and resources on coping with the death of a loved one. Hosted in partnership with Washington County Free Library. Three days scheduled for 2024: May 17th, June 14th, and July 5th. Event will be held in the Children's Department (Story Room).
The Hospice of Washington County bereavement department will be hosting a Soaring Doves Teen Program at the Washington County Free Library, Hagerstown Branch. Though experiencing a death can be a life-changing event for anyone, adolescence is a crucial period of development. Our Teen Program is designed to meet the unique needs of those 13-18 years of age who have experienced the death of a loved one.
