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Grief support groups: City of St. Paul

Loss Specific Groups for Homicide, Suicide, Accident for Adults, Teens & Children

When:Summer groups on Mondays - June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 & August 4, 11, 18, 25
Where: St. Paul Police Headquarters 367 Grove Street
Cost: Free
Contact: Resgister by calling Margaret McAbee at 651-266-5674

Men's Group
Men will have the opportunity once a month to participate in a men's only support group. Come every week to participate in the whole series, or come once a month for the Men's group. Dates for the men's group this series are - June 9, July 14 & August 11

Where: St. Paul Police Headquarters 367 Grove Street
Cost: Free
Contact: Resgister by calling Margaret McAbee at 651-266-5674

Compassionate Friend - St. Paul Chapter
The mission of The Compassionate Friend is to assist families in the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age, and to provide information to help others be supportive. If you have had a child die at any age, from birth to adult, these meetings are for you. We are an international, nonprofit, self-help support organization with almost 600 chapters. There is no religious affiliation. Parents, grandparents, siblings (over age 12), extended family, and visitors are welcome.

When: The second Thursday of every month, 7 PM.
Where: St. Paul Chapter (serves St. Paul and surrounding suburbs) meets at Beaver Lake Lutheran Church, 2280 Stillwater Ave. Maplewood. Meetins are held in the multipurpose room.
Cost: Free
Contact: Cathy at 651-459-9341 or The Compassionate Friend

Como Park

The Grief Journey
HealthPartners Hospice of the Lakes sponsors grief education and support for adults who have experienced similar losses and want to learn more about grief, loss and change. The four-week program occurs in the Como Park area every fall.

When: Call for next session dates.
Where: HealthPartners Como Clinic, 2500 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108-1494, Second Floor Conference Room.
Cost: $20 registration fee (Scholarships are available.)
Contact: Call HealthPartners Hospice of the Lakes, Paul Johnson,, 952-883-6967.

Downtown

Healing Quilt
This 10-week program for parents and siblings alternates location with Children's Hospitals and Clinics - Minneapolis.

When: Call to confirm.
Where: Children's Hospitals and Clinics - St. Paul, 345 N. Smith Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Cost: Free
Contact: Call Linda Lehmann at 651-220-6474 or 612-813-6622.

HealthEast Hospice & Children's Hospital
HealthEast Hospice & Children's Hospital are partnering this fall to offer a support series for people who have experienced a loss and want to share in this journey with others.

When: Tuesdays: September 23, October 7, 21, November 11, 25, and December 2.
A family holiday support evening (activity/craft focus) will be Monday, December 8.
HealthEast will offer an adult only session on Thursday, December 4.
Where: Children's Hospitals and Clinics - St. Paul, 345 N. Smith Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
or HealthEast- St. Joseph's Hospital 69 Exchange St W, St Paul, MN 55102-1004
Cost: Free
Contact: Call Linda Lehmann at 612-813-6622 or Sue Bohnsack at 651-232-3665

Grand Avenue

Adult Loss Therapy Groups
The Center for Grief offers therapy groups designed to provide a safe and supportive setting for people to share their loss journey with others. These groups are facilitated by professional grief therapists and provide an opportunity for participants to explore the impact that the loss has had and continues to have on their lives.

When: Call for availability.
Where: Center for Grief, 1122 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
Cost: $70.00 per session. Insurance accepted and sliding fee scale available
Contact: Call 651-641-0177. E-mail cg@griefloss.org

Highland Park

Men's Grief Support Group
HealthPartners Hospice of the Lakes sponsors an on-going support group just for men.

When: One Saturday morning per month from 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Bradshaw Funeral Home - Highland, 675 South Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Cost: Free
Contact: Call Paul Johnson, HealthPartners Hospice of the Lakes, 952-883-6967.

Midway

Holiday Grief Program
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care Holiday Grief Program.
When: Monday, Nov. 17, 2008. 6:30 - 8 PM
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: Free
Contact: RSVP - Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Mother Loss for Adult Daughters
Allina Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care sponsors an education and support group series for women whose mothers have died.

When: Six-week series scheduled regularly. Spring 2009, call to be added to waiting list.
Where: Allina Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: $90.00, sliding fee available
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Mother Loss Retreat Day: The Search for the Mother Within
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care sponsors a one-day retreat for women who, as adults, have experienced the death of their mother and wish to embark on a journey to intergrate this life change through body, mind and spirit.

When: Spring 2009, call to be added to waiting list
Cost: $60.00 (includes continental breakfast, lunch and snacks.) Sliding fee available
Contact: Call Janis Dehler, Allina Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care, at 612-262-7025 or Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

FatherLoss Day Retreat
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care sponsors a one-day retreat for adult children grieving the death of a father. Most appropriate for loss beyond six months.

When: To be scheduled
Cost: $60.00 (includes continental breakfast, lunch and snacks.) Sliding fee available
Contact: Call if interested in more information. Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Daytime Spouse/Partner Loss Group
Allina Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care offers a support group for those grieving the death of a spouse/partner.

When: Six weeks. Call to be added to waiting list. Nest session TBA
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am, St. Paul Midway location.
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100 , St. Paul, MN 5114
Cost: No charge.
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Family Nights Program
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care Offers a five-week family program for families with a surviving parent and 5 - 18 year old children. Dinner is provided.

When: Spring and Fall. Next session begins Tuesday, November 18, 2008. 5:45-7:00 PM
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: $50 registration, sliding fee available.
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Family Grief Support Retreat
This educational support retreat for children, teens, and their surviving parents is open to young families who have experienced the death loss of a parent. The retreat is offered annually in the fall and is co-sponsored by Allina Hospice, HealthEast Hospice, HealthPartners Hospice of the Lakes, North Hospice, and Methodist-Park Nicollet Hospice. Preregistration is required.

When: November 8-9, 2008.
Where: Mount Olivet Retreat Center, Farmington, MN
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752
Cost: $145/family, scholarships available

When: TBA
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: $90 registration, sliding fee/scholarships available.
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Women Grieving Women
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care Offers a six-week program for women who have experienced the death of a partner or significant friend in the past two years.
When: Six weeks series. Date TBA.
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: $90 registration, sliding fee/scholarships available.
Contact: Call Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Spirituality in Grief
Allina Hospice & Palliative Care Exploring your spirituality in the face of grief.
When: Six weeks, starts Thursday, October 30 (skip Thanksgiving) - December 11, 2008. 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Where: Allina Hospice & Palliative Care, 1055 Westgate Drive, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114
Cost: $90 registration, sliding fee/scholarships available.
Contact: Call for more information - Allina Grief Resources at 651-628-1752.

Summit Avenue

Grief education and support
The Capitol City Grief Coalition sponsors various education and support groups.

When: Thursdays, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Where: Call to confirm location.
Cost: Free (Donations accepted.)
Contact: Call Lois Knutson at 651-227-4430 or Darlene at 651-223-7544.

Allina Grief Resources
651-628-1752