Bereavement Overview

Hospice of Holland offers bereavement services, free of charge, not only to those with loved ones receiving Hospice care, but also to the general community.  The staff is professionally trained to counsel those suffering loss from a variety of circumstances. 

Hospice of Holland's bereavement services include:

Individual Support - A bereavement counselor is able to meet with individuals to offer support and grief counseling on a regular basis.  Meetins may occur in an individual's home or in the Hospice of Holland office.

Groups and Classes - Hospice of Holland offers a variety of support groups and classes for adults, teens and children.  Groups and classes are often an excellent way to find support and meet others who are walking a similar grief journey.

Bereavement Volunteers - Hospice of Holland offers bereavement volunteers to help during a difficult time.  A trained volunteer is matched carefully to an individual's needs and is available to offer emotional support or to provide companionship.

Memorial Service - Each year, Hospice of Holland holds a memorial service.  This is a program for all families who have lost a loved one who received Hospice care during the past year.  Hospice staff and volunteers, as well as community members, help to make this a meaningful time of remembrance and celebration.

Hope through Healing Newsletter - Every few months, individuals receive a newsletter from our bereavement department.  It contains articles on particular aspects of grief and loss as well as other information that can be helpful.

Hospice Library - Hospice of Holland has a library of books, cassettes and videos related to the many dynamics of dying and the bereavemtn process.  The public is wlcome to check our books and cassettes during business hours.  Videos may be viewed at the Hospice of Holland office.

Garden of Hope - The Garden of Hope was planted as a way for survivors to remember their loved ones.  Located in back of the Hospice office, this garden provides families the opportunity to bring special plantings to be placed in the garden in memory of their loved one.  Family members are welcome any time to come and wander the gardens and use it as a special place to honor their loved one.