Grief Support
We offer grief support to the communities of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Our support services are available free of charge, are confidential and are for anyone grieving after a loved one has died under any circumstances. An initial meeting with either our adult or child and youth grief support coordinator is the first step to receiving support.
Individual Support
Individual grief support is available from society staff and our trained volunteer support team.
Grief Support Groups
Joining our grief support groups can help to further acknowledge and embrace the pain of loss by honouring one another’s stories. We listen and learn as we do the hard work of mourning, and we affirm our understanding that death is a universal, inevitable part of life.
Contact us for details on our next grief support group dates via email at [email protected] or phone 604-463-7722.
Healing Steps Walking Group
An informal bereavement support walking group; weather permitting.
Relaxation Circle
A free group support program that uses guided imagery and Healing Touch to help individuals who are living with a life threatening illness, their caregivers and bereaved individuals.
The program induces a deep state of relaxation, to help cope with emotions, anxiety and pain; relaxing the body and mind to enhance quality of life.
Click here to learn more about this free support program that uses guided imagery and Healing touch.
Child and Youth Grief Support
If someone is old enough to love they are old enough to grieve. Children and youth, like adults, have the right to a safe supportive environment to learn about grief and loss. We provide compassionate support, and education for children and youth from preschoolers to 18 years old.
- Individual support
- Age specific grief groups
- Resource, education and support for parents/caregivers
- Support for School District #42
What Is The Difference Between Grief and Mourning?
Regardless of a person’s age, common grief responses can affect our emotional state, physical, spiritual and mental well-being.
Grief is the internal emotional response to loss.
Mourning is an external response to loss.
The way you mourn will fit with who you are.
Resource Lending Library
Ridge Meadows Hospice Society offers a lending library. Our extensive collection of books, pamphlets and videos cover a wide selection of subjects associated to death, dying, illness and bereavement. Any member of the community is welcome to borrow from our library.
Community Support / Information Sessions
Our program coordinators are available to speak to community groups to increase public awareness of grief and loss issues as they effect all ages.
Support Us
A financial investment in the Ridge Meadows Hospice Society is an opportunity to ensure that end of life support for patients and families will be available for all in need.