Grief Support

Grief is a natural response to loss, and it can look different for everyone. Whether you are grieving the death of someone important to you or navigating another significant life change, there is no right or wrong way to grieve. Each person’s experience is unique.

We believe no one should have to navigate grief alone, which is why we offer two grief peer support groups for our community. Our ongoing Grief Peer Support Group welcomes individuals to attend when it feels right for them, without the commitment of joining for a set number of sessions. We are also accepting participants for a closed six-week Grief Peer Support Group for individuals who are grieving the loss of a parent and/or guardian.

Both groups offer a welcoming and confidential space to connect with others navigating grief, share experiences if you choose, and simply be with people who understand some of what you are going through. Explore the sections below to find what option is right for you.

Grief Peer Support Group

Our Grief Peer Support Group meets every second Friday for facilitated peer support and conversation. Together, group members explore the many realities of grief, offer encouragement, and learn from one another's experiences in a compassionate and supportive environment.

This is a peer support group rather than a counselling or therapy service. While our facilitators guide the conversation and help create a safe space, the strength of the group comes from the shared support, understanding, and connection between participants.

Participation is always voluntary—whether you choose to share your thoughts or simply listen, you are welcome.

When: Bi-weekly (every two weeks) on Friday from 1:00-2:45pm in Lake Country.

Registration: Anyone interested in joining the group, please e-mail us at mental-health@lakecountryhealth.ca

Before joining, we will have a brief one-on-one intake meeting. This provides an opportunity for you to learn more about the group, review the confidentiality agreement and group guidelines, ask questions, discuss what you are looking for, and explore how we may best support you.

Parent & Guardian Loss Peer Support Group

Our Parent & Guardian Loss Grief Peer Support Group is a closed six-week program for individuals grieving the death of a parent or guardian. The same participants meet each week, offering a consistent and confidential space to connect with others who have experienced a similar loss.

Facilitated by two our team trained through the British Columbia Bereavement Helpline (BCBH), the group follows BCBH’s structured grief support curriculum.

Participants will have opportunities to:

Learn more about grief and the different ways it can affect our lives
Connect with others who understand the experience of losing a parent or guardian
Have space to feel, reflect, and share experiences or memories
Explore practical coping tools and resources that can support well-being
Build understanding and resilience while learning how to carry grief forward

When, Where & Cost:

Dates: Weekly for six weeks, from October 15 to November 19, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Location: North Okanagan Hospice Society, Vernon, BC
Cost: $40 for the six-week program. If cost is a financial barrier, subsidized spaces may be available through external funding support. Please reach out to us to learn more.

Eligibility:

Participants must be 19 years of age or older
Participants should be able to commit to attending the full six-week program in person

Registration: To learn more or register, please email caregiver@lakecountryhealth.ca

Before joining, participants will have a brief one-on-one intake with one of the facilitators. This is an opportunity to learn more about the group, review the confidentiality agreement and group guidelines, ask any questions, and discuss whether the program feels like a good fit for you.

Please note: This is a peer support group and is not a counselling or therapy service.