Grief and Healing in NC
Grief and Healing
Grief is an emotional response to loss and encompasses a range of feelings from sadness and despair to anger and confusion. While there are common elements of grief, every person grieves in their own unique way and at their own pace. Grief can impact your whole being: physically, cognitively, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. The Center for Grief and Healing at Carolina Caring understands the complexities of loss and is here to support you on your path to healing.
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Counseling Services
Grief counseling and supportive resources is offered at no cost to families of hospice patients for up to 13 months following a death. For the community, our grief services are provided at no cost to anyone who has experienced a loss due to a death.
Support Groups and Events
Grief support groups provide a safe, accepting space for individuals to share their experiences with others navigating similar losses. All of our support groups are free and open to Carolina Caring clients and those in the community who have experienced loss.
Brighter Days for Children
Our Brighter Days program offers grief support for children and teens who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives. Our team works with the children individually, and in groups, with workshops offered throughout the year. One of the highlights of the program is the Brighter Days Grief Camps offered during the summer months. The camps promote healing through conversation, memory-making activities, and camaraderie while providing healthy ways to process and express their grief.
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We are proud to bring equitable end-of-life care to communities across western North Carolina.
Why Choose Carolina Caring?
Since 1979, we have walked patients and their families through some of life’s toughest moments. At Carolina Caring, we are committed to helping families as they navigate their grief, ensuring they receive the compassionate support and guidance they need during times of loss.
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After meticulous reviews and evaluations, we are proud to have received The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for home care quality and safety.
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Our dedication to patients and their families earned us the Hospice CAHPS Honors Award. This honor is reserved for the country’s highest-performing hospice providers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What support does Carolina Caring offer grieving individuals and families?
Carolina Caring provides a range of support services, including one-on-one counseling, support groups, grief workshops, educational resources.
Are Carolina Caring's grief support groups open to everyone?
Yes, grief support groups are open to both clients and community members who have experienced loss.
How long are counseling services available at Carolina Caring after a loss?
Counseling services are available for 13 months for families of hospice patients following the loss.
Who can attend Brighter Days Camp?
This camp is for children ages five to 16 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.
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Upcoming Events
All support groups are free and open to Carolina Caring clients as well as those in the community who have experienced loss.
At this time, most support groups require registration. Instructions for participating in virtual meetings will be provided.
Please register here or contact our staff at 828.466.0466 ext. 3201 or email wspurling@www.carolinacaring.org .
Grief Share Workshop: Surviving the Holidays
This workshop will prepare you for emotions that may surface and offer practical tips to help you move through your grief. Please register for one of the locations by November 5th.
This group meets on November 12th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
Valdese – First United Methodist Church, 217 St. Germain Ave. SE
Newton – Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd.
Huntersville – Carolina Caring, 9735 Kincey Ave. Ste. 202
China Grove – Carolina Caring, 301 E. Centerview Street
Family Night
We invite family members of all ages to join us at the Keystone Overlook located above the Carolina Caring campus. This will be a time to connect with others who have experienced loss while enjoying music, activities, and pizza. Please register by October 10th.
Thursday, October 17th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658
Pieces of Grief
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is hard. Creative outlets can offer a personal and unique approach for expressing and coping with these feelings. We invite you to bring a small picture to use as we create a collage to remember and honor your loved one. Please register by October 18th.
This workshop will be on Thursday, October 24th at 4:00pm.
Carolina Caring – 301 E. Centerview Street, China Grove, NC 28023
Game Night
Bring your favorite game or cards for an evening of fun and pizza with others who are on a path of healing. Registration is needed by October 28th.
Friday, November 1st at 5:00pm.
Carolina Caring – 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC
Self Care While Grieving
This workshop offers practical tips on self-care while navigating one’s grief. Please register by Friday, September 6, 2024.
Thursday, September 12th from 5:30p to 6:30p.
Carolina Caring – 301 E. Centerview Street, China Grove, NC 28023
Holiday Workshop
The holiday experience is different for everyone, especially for those who are grieving. Ornaments often capture holiday traditions and memories and are a way to keep your loved one close. Join us for helpful tips to cope with the holidays while creating an ornament to remember your loved one by. Please register by December 5th.
Thursday, December 12th at 4:00pm.
Carolina Caring – 301 E. Centerview Street, China Grove, NC 28023
Grief & Glitter
This holiday workshop is for children and teens ages 6 to 14. Participants will learn about the many emotions of grief while having the opportunity to express themselves through art activities and music. Registration is needed by December 7th.
Saturday, December 14th from 10:00am to 11:30am.
Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd. Newton, NC 28658
Walk It Out
Movement helps release stress and tensions associated with grieving. Join us every Tuesday in October from 5:30pm to 6:30pm for light stretching and walking on the trail at the Keystone Overlook above the Carolina Caring campus. Please follow the event signs for parking. Come as your schedule allows, no registration is needed.
Carolina Caring – 3975 Robinson Rd. Newton, NC 28658
Good Mourning Coffee Groups
Grab a cup of coffee and join us for an informal time of sharing and connecting with others who are on a journey of healing. No registration required.
Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 9a to 10a:
Hickory Bread – 1756 Catawba Valley Blvd. SE in Hickory, NC 28602. No registration required.
Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month from 9a to 10a:
Kunu Coffee – 8519 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078. Please register by the 15th of each month.
Nurturing Dinner
Nurture your body and soul while eating and connecting with others who have experienced a loss.
Join us on August 19th and on the third Monday of each month at 5:30p.
Jason’s Deli – 2337 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602. No registration required.
Walk a Mile with Me
This is a support group for caregivers, spouses, and widows/widowers of veterans that fosters healing and provides a safe place to talk about the journey before and after losing a beloved veteran. This group meets virtually using the Zoom platform and requires registration. Instructions for participating are provided.
This group meets virtually the first Tuesday of every month at 1p.
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