Health & Fitness

Griffin Hospital Offers Bereavement Support Groups

The groups meet in an eight-week cycle at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

Griffin Hospital is starting new support groups this month for anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one.

The groups provide grief education and support to ease the pain of loss of a loved one, as well as encouraging healing and growth. The groups meet in an eight-week cycle at the hospital, 130 Division St., Derby.

There will be groups meeting on Sunday afternoons from 2:30-4 p.m. beginning on Sept. 20; Tuesday afternoons from 2:30-4 p.m. starting Sept. 22; and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8 p.m. starting Sept. 23.

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Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. To learn more or to register, contact Heather Billingham at 203-732-1132 orhbillingham@griffinhealth.org.

Photo: Griffin Hospital’s bereavement support groups will start new sessions this September.

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