Calendar

Caregivers’ Support
Meets Thursdays from 1:00 pm until 2:15 pm, for caregivers who are taking care of a loved one with a life limiting illness. This group offers the opportunity to listen for solutions to challenging situations and a chance to share frustrations in a compassionate environment. Meets every week, reservations not necessary. Come as you are and find support from those who are in a similar situation.
Next meeting dates: February 23, March 1, 8,15, 22 and 29, 2012

Those who experience the death of a loved one by suicide often find the path through shock and grief to be painful, confusing and lonely. Survivors often struggle with shame and guilt and may not know anyone who has been through this experience. Friends and family, who are suffering themselves, often are not able to give the needed comfort and understanding. Coping with the death of a loved one by suicide is one of the most agonizing experiences that one may encounter. The Survivors of Suicide Group provides the opportunity for participants to share and hear from others who have had similar experiences. Group members find a supportive atmosphere of validation and acceptance where confidentiality is highly valued.  From 6:30 to 8:00 pm at Talbot Hospice House.
Meetings February 27, March 12 and 26, 2012 

Looking Ahead
Looking Ahead is a six-week educational support group addressing the sorrows and heartaches that accompany a death and offers suggestions on how to gather the strength to move forward. The Wednesday evening class addresses topics including; stages of grief, typical grief reactions, how to handle holidays, coping with stress, anger, guilt and sadness and the changes in roles and relationships resulting from loss. By sharing stories, thoughts and feelings, we learn that others may be in a similar situation. We feel better by reaching out to one another. Led by Norma Trax-LCSW-C, Talbot Hospice Bereavement Coordinator. Please call 410-822-6681 for more information. From 4:30 pm to 6:15 pm on  February 29,  March 7, 14, 21, 28 and April 4, 2012

Wine and Cheese Social Gathering
For widows and widowers, this social gathering is an opportunity for supportive and compassionate conversation in a private setting. This informal get-together is meets in a different private home the 2nd Saturday of every month from 5-7 pm. March 10,2012.

For Children and Adolescents
Death is a part of everyday life, yet for adolescents and children it can be very confusing. Working in conjunction with Talbot County schools, both public and private, Talbot Hospice offers grief support for children and teens who have lost a loved one. If you are interested in having your young person participate please call the guidance counselor at your child's school or Norma Trax, Bereavement Coordinator at Talbot Hospice. Email Norma at ntrax@talbothospice.org