Grief & Bereavement

The Center for Hope Hospice's care team, comprised of spiritual counselors, social workers and bereavement service staff, offers support before, during and after the passing of a loved one.  

As per Medicare Hospice conditions of participation, the Center for Hope Hospice provides emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual support to family caregivers and close friends of a patient from the time of admission until 13 months after their death. Specialized support groups in our Scotch Plains and Elizabeth locations provide safe spaces for bereaved individuals to navigate their grief journey, gain support, and share experiences, promoting a positive grief recovery.

Our Grief Support Group is divided into 8 sessions. Each session will summarize the key factors related to grief and loss. Attendance, resources, and materials are free.

There are two types of grief Support groups, one in person (members meet in a physical location) and one virtual (where members connect and participate via video conferencing). Both allow individuals to share experiences and coping mechanisms related to grief and loss. In-person grief support groups meet on Tuesday afternoons at the Center for Hope Administration Building, located at 1900 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains, NJ.  Virtual grief support groups meet online on Monday nights from 7PM-8:30PM. 

We are grateful to walk alongside you as you begin the journey of grief and recovery.

To learn more about the Center for Hope and our spiritual and bereavement services or register for the next group bereavement session (registration is required), please contact Rosemary Woods, MSW at 908.288.9107; John Karuitha, ThM at 908.288.9106; or fill out the form below.

Thank you.