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The list below was prepared as a service by Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers. Contact information does change from time to time. If you find an incorrect telephone number, or if you know of an additional group that should be listed, please call 387-7000. If you do not find a support group that meets your needs, check with your local church, hospital, mental health center or a disease-specific organization (heart association, cancer society, Alzheimer's, etc.) for additional programs.
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General Resources
CareNotes
Available at all Flanner and Buchanan Funeral Centers.
These booklets are offered free of charge to anyone. Each booklet (3-5 pages in length) cover a variety of topics regarding illness, death, and bereavement for a variety of situations. The topics vary by location and availability.
Church Federation Book
Ph: 317-387-7000 (Flanner and Buchanan's Control Desk)
This book is a listing of churches (including addresses, phone numbers, and pastors/ministers) in the Indianapolis area. This book can be accessed to find churches of a particular denomination for families who are not from the area.
CaringBridge www.caringbridge.org
CaringBridge is a free, nonprofit web service that connects family and friends to share information, love, and support during a serious medical condition, treatment, and recovery.
For those not interested in groups, or prefer their own reading, there are numerous books about grief and dying at all major book stores and public libraries. Some are age specific and others are loss specific (i.e. loss of a spouse, parent, child, etc.) We encourage you to seek these resources if you feel the need.
A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis
This is a literary piece composed by writer C.S. Lewis after the death of his wife. He goes through a myriad of emotions, questioning the role of God and his own religious beliefs.
On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross and David Kessler
On Kubler-Ross's deathbed, she works with friend David Kessler to compose a book that helps to understand her own dying and grieving process.
Tear Soup by Pat Schweibert, Chuck DeKlyen and Taylor Bills
Tear Soup is the story of Grandy, who has just suffered a big loss in her life. She blends emotions and memories into Tear Soup as a way to work thru the healing and grieving process.
The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: 20th Aniversary Edition by Leo Buscaglia
As Freddie experiences the changing seasons along with his companion leaves, he learns about the delicate balance between life and death.
I Wasn't Ready to Say Good-bye by Brook Noel and Pamela Blair
Coping and healing after the sudden death of a loved one.
Living with Grief by Hospice Foundation of America and Kenneth Doka
Coping and healing after the death of a love one from Alzheimer's.
Getting to the Other Side of Grief by Susan Zonnebelt-Smeenge
This is a book on the death of a spouse.
Silent Grief: Miscarriage-Child Loss by Clara Hinton
In Silent Grief, author Clara Hinton knows what she's talking about. Experiencing the heartbreak of child loss firsthand, she tackles this universal tragedy by talking with women and men who have dealt with miscarriage.
Suggested Reading for Children/Teenagers
Help Me Say Goodbye: Activities for Helping Kids Cope When a Special Person Dies
by Janis Silverman
The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling
This is a story of a young man who must deal with the death of his parents. His trials and tribulations with magic help him as he encounters death, grief and fear along with adventure.
Sad Isn't Bad: A Good-Grief Guidebook for Kids Dealing With Loss (Elf-Help Books for Kids)
by Michaelene Mundy
I Miss You: A First Look At Death by Pat Thomas
For Adults
Groups
Community Home Health In Touch Bereavement Services
Ph: 317-621-4646 (Contact person: Meg Chaney) or 800-404-4852 (and ask for Bereavement Services)
*They offer on-going monthly support groups for any adult who has experienced the death of a loved. One is held the 11st Wednesday of every month at Rosewalk at Lutherwood (1301 N. Ritter Avenue, Indianapolis). It is held 6:30-7:30 pm. The other is on the 44th Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Westminster Village (11050 Presbyterian Drive, Indianapolis). One may attend free of charge, and there is no need to register-- just come. However, for further information an individual can call the number, email the address, or visit the website listed above.
*They also offer support groups free of charge to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. These are open to anyone. They are six week sessions offered at multiple locations around Indianapolis and one in Madison County. They begin four times a year. Both daytime and evening sessions are offered. These sessions are “closed” groups, so an individual must call to sign up and to learn specific details of dates, times, and locations.
Hendricks Regional Health
www.hendricksregional.org Ph: 317-745-3417(Contact person: Chaplain)
They offer a variety of support groups for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. These free on-going groups held in Conference Room 1 on the 1st floor of Hendricks Regional Health Hospital (1000 E. Main Street, Danville). Groups are offered every Tuesday from 10-11:30 am ("Emerging"), every other Wednesday 6-7:30 pm and every Thursday 10-11:30 am ("Maintaining"). Registration is not required; however, if a child/teen will be attending the Wednesday evening group, please notify the chaplaincy department. An individual can contact the number above for more information.
St. Francis Hospice
Ph: 317-865-2092 (Contact person: any Chaplain available)
They offer support groups free of charge to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. These are open to anyone. They are six week sessions, and they begin four times a year. They are offered on the North, South, and East side of Indy as well as in the Anderson area. These sessions are closed groups, so an individual must call to sign up and to learn specific details of dates, times, and locations.
VistaCare
Ph: 317-788-0300 or 800-480-9408 (Contact person: Neal Schaefer)
They offer support groups free of charge to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. These six week sessions are open to anyone. They are six week sessions, and they are offered throughout the year. They are "closed" groups, so an individual must call to sign up and learn specific dates and times. All meetings take place at the VistaCare Office, located at 6431 S. East Street (Indianapolis). Also, if a support group is not being offered at the current time, they can recommend other groups in the area as well as counselors who specialize in grief.
St. Vincent Hospice Bereavement Center
Ph: 317-338-4040
They offer various support groups free of charge throughout the year: *The Road to Healing: Any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one can attend this six-week support group. It is offered four times a year at two different locations (including St. Vincent Hospice, 8450 N. Payne Road) with daytime and evening options. An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates, times, and location. There is a 12 person maximum for the group each session.
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care offers bereavement support groups to anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. These groups offer understanding, useful information and sharing with others who are grieving. This fall VITAS will offer a group focusing on working through grief in the midst of holiday celebrations.
The group is a 4-week walk-in group, beginning Tuesday, October 9, and continuing every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m,., through October 30, 2012, at Flanner and Buchanan Broad Ripple, address, including zip code. This group will be led by Cyndi Alte, Chaplain.
*Daughter's Grief: Any female adult who has experienced the death of her mother can attend this six-week support group. It is offered four times a year in the evenings. They meet at the St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). There is a 12 person maximum for the group each session. An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates and times.
*Safe Haven: Any bereaved parent who has lost a child of any age (baby/child/or adult) may attend this seven-week support group. It is offered twice a year (Spring and Fall). They meet at the St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates and times.
For Widows/Widowers
St. Vincent Hospice Bereavement Center
Ph: 317-338-4040
They offer an on-going support drop-in group for any adult who is a widow or widower. Participants bring a sack lunch and join others, with no registration necessary. It is offered the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month from 11:30 am-1 pm at St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). For more information, an individual can call the number listed above.
Workshops
Community Home Health Bereavement Services
Ph: 317-621-4646 (Contact person: Linda Shepherd) or 800-404-4852 (and ask for Bereavement Services)
They offer informational sessions free of charge for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one:
*Grief 101: Any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one may attend this one-time workshop on general information about grief. It is held the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Fishers Library (5 Municipal Drive, Fishers, 579-0300). It is held at 2-3 pm and repeated 7-8 pm. There is no need to register, an individual can just come. However, for further information an individual can call the number listed above.
*Grief 102: Any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one may attend this one-time workshop on the process of grieving. It is held the 1st Wednesday of every month at Rosewalk at Lutherwood (1301 N. Ritter Avenue, Indianapolis). It is held at 6:30-7:30 pm. There is no need to register, an individual can just come. However, for further information an individual can call the number listed above.
Ruth Lilly Hospice
Ph: 317-962-5000 (Contact person: Lori Mercer)
They offer monthly workshops free of charge for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. These workshops discuss different aspects of bereavement. An individual can call for topics, meeting location, and dates.
St. Vincent Hospice Bereavement Center
Ph: 317-338-4040
They offer two educational seminars for adults free of charge:
*Learning about Loss: This two-session seminar is held every March at St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates and time.
*Grief and the Holidays: This one-session seminar is offered two times every November at St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates and times.
For Parents/Family
Community Hospitals
Ph: 317-621-5275 (Contact person: Joni Cutshaw)
They offer a support group free of charge to families who are grieving the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. The group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Although the group is open to anyone (regardless of where the birth of child occurred), an individual wanting to attend will need to call to find out directions to the location of the gathering.
Compassionate Friends
Ph: 317-996-3209 or 634-5561 (Contact person: Penni Risener ),
www.compassionatefriends.org (then follow links to the Central Indiana chapter)
They offer support groups for parents, grandparents, and adult siblings when a child of any age dies. There are two free opportunities for support groups, meeting at different locations and times. They meet the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm at First Baptist Church in Greenwood (99 W. Main Street, Greenwood). There is also another group that meets on the 2nd Friday of the month at 7:30 pm at Second Presbyterian Church (7700 N. Meridian Street). These groups are on-going. Registration is not required, however, an individual can call Penni Risner at the numbers listed above for more information.
First Candle
Ph: 1-800-221-7437
www.firstcandle.org
They offer one-on-one support to families who experience death of a baby to SIDS, stillbirth, or other cause of infant death. Individuals can visit the website or call the number listed above for a bilingual crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Hendricks County Regional Health
Ph: 317-745-3417 (Contact person: Josephine Manns)
They offer a support group free of charge to families who are grieving the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. The group meets every other Wednesday. Although the group is open to anyone (regardless of where the birth of child occurred), an individual wanting to attend will need to call to find out directions to the location of the gathering.
Methodist Hospital
Ph: 317-962-8153 (Contact person: Jane Heatis, Bereavement Office)
They offer one-on-one support free of charge to families who are grieving the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. (Child does not have to have been born at Methodist.)
Neo-Fight, Inc.
Ph: 317-446-3013 (Listening Line Contact Person: Theresa)
www.neofight.org
NeoFight is an Indianapolis based organization dedicated to helping families experiencing a perinatal crisis. They provide support to families who have lost a baby through miscarriage or stillbirth, have a premature or critically ill newborn, have delivered an infant with birth defect, or have experienced the death of a child shortly after birth. They have no formal support groups. However, they match someone (or a family) up with someone else who has experienced a similar situation. An individual can either call (or visit the website) to talk with someone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
St. Francis Hospital
Ph: 317-865-5199 (Contact person: Marcia Jenkins)
They offer a support group (Memories to Hold) free of charge to families who are grieving the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Although the group is open to anyone (regardless of where the birth of child occurred), an individual wanting to attend will need to call to find out directions to the location of the gathering.
St. Vincent Hospice Bereavement Center
Ph: 317-338-4040
Any bereaved parent who has lost a child of any age (baby/child/or adult) may attend this seven-week support group called Safe Haven. It is offered twice a year (Spring and Fall). They meet at the St. Vincent Hospice (8450 N. Payne Road). An individual must call to register and learn specific details of the dates and times.
St. Vincent Hospital
Ph: 317-338-2726 (Contact person: Kathy Carroll)
They offer a support group free of charge to families who are grieving the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death. The group meets on the 1st Thursday of each month. Although the group is open to anyone (regardless of where the birth of child occurred), an individual wanting to attend will need to call to find out directions to the location of the gathering.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Center of Indiana
Ph: 317-254-9255/1-877-507-SIDS
www.insids.org
They offer an on-going support group, free of charge, that meets every third Thursday of the month from 7:00PM-9:00PM. This is open to anyone who is seeking support, reassurance, and encouragement after the loss of a baby. An individual will need to call the number listed above to find out location information. This is operated by volunteers so if calling, a person will need to leave a message and someone will return the call.
For Children
Brooke's Place
Ph: 317-705-9650
www.brookesplace.org
They offer on-going support groups, free of charge, for children ages 3 to young adult (20+) who have experienced the death of any loved one and their caregivers. These support groups are offered at two sites and are held every other week. Families may participate for as little or as long as they deem necessary. An adult must call the number listed above (or visit the website) to speak with a representative at Brooke's Place to register for the group and to find out the location and time information. Occasionally, Brooke's Place offers social activities for the participants in the support groups.
St. Francis Hospice
Ph: 317-862-2092 (Contact person: any Chaplain available)
*Caterpillar Kids: They offer education and support for children ages 5 to 12 who have experienced the death of a loved one. There is a free support group that meets for 6 weeks and is offered various times through the year. Registration is required. For more information or to register, an individual can call the number listed above.
Camp Healing Tree
www.camphealingtree.org
Offered cooperatively by several hospitals, this program is a weekend camp held in late August every year for children ages 7-17 who have experienced the death of a loved one. For more information, an individual can call any of the people listed below:
St. Francis Hospice: Roberta White, Ph: 317-865-2092
Americare Hospice: John Young, Ph: 317-736-0055
Brooke's Place: Ph: 317-705-9650
Vista Care: Rick Shaw, Ph: 317-788-0300
Special Needs
Survivors of Suicide Victims:
Survivors of Suicide Victims
Ph: 317-621-5269 (Contact person: Jim Gaynor)
This is a support group free of charge for adults and/or children (preferably attending with an adult) who have experienced the death of a loved one to suicide. The group meets on the 4th Wednesday (except in November and December, it is the 3rd Wednesday) at 7 pm at 1640 N. Ritter Avenue. There is no need to register. However, if an individual would like more information, they can call the number above.
Survivors of Violent Death:
Legacy House
Ph: 317-554-5272
This safe place is for adults and children working through reactions to violence of all types: homicide, family violence, childhood deprivation, robbery, sexual abuse, and stalking. Services include crisis intervention, support groups, victim advocacy, individual and family counseling. All services are free of charge. Call the number listed above for further information and details on services provided.
Survivors of Cancer Death:
The Wellness Community of Central Indiana
Ph: 317-257-1507
Their "Family Transition" support group is free of charge to adults age 21 and over who have experienced the death of a loved one in the last two years from cancer. They meet weekly on Mondays at 6 pm at The Wellness Community of Central Indiana office in the Keystone at the Crossing area. Before attending a session, an individual will need to call the number above to register.
A special weekend camp for grieving children and teens ages
7 to 17
August 23-25, 2013
Do you know a young person who would benefit from a weekend of grief support, encouragement and enjoyable activities? Camp Healing Tree exists to provide an opportunity for young people to share feelings of loss with other campers and caring adult volunteers and to learn that these feelings are normal.
Camp Healing Tree, established in 1995, is a program provided by several local hospice agencies and other community supporters. Grief and bereavement specialists from the sponsoring organizations direct and supervise the camp. The camp utilizes over 100 screened and trained volunteers to provide a safe environment where participants may speak openly about their grief. Campers are matched with an adult, trained buddy who stays with them during the weekend for support and supervision. The camp provides a supportive environment in which to gently teach coping skills and build self-esteem and trust. Although the camp focuses on grief, there are many enjoyable and fun activities for the campers, such as swimming, arts and crafts, games, campfire, sing-a-longs and entertaining shows. While the camp environment is rustic, the cabins are modern and air-conditioned. A registered nurse will be at the camp at all times.
Camp Healing Tree, located on the west side of Indianapolis at Jameson Camp, Inc., begins at 6:30 p.m. on Friday and concludes with a Memorial Service for the camp participants and their families at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. There is no charge to attend Camp Healing Tree. A $25 per camper/$50 maximum per family registration deposit is collected to reserve attendance and is returned upon check-in. Scholarships are available for families in need.
Due to limited availability, priority will be given to first-time campers this year. Additional bereavement support services for grieving families are available through Brooke’s Place (www.brookesplace.org or 317-705-9650.)
For more information, or to register a young person for Camp Healing Tree, call 317-705-9650 or visit www.brookesplace.org/camphealingtree beginning March 15, 2013. Please call soon, as space is limited to the first 70 campers.
Camp Healing Tree 2013 Sponsors include: Brooke’s Place for Grieving Young People, Dignity Memorial Funeral Homes, Eagle Creek Publications, Franciscan VNS Hospice, Indiana Funeral Care, Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care of Indiana, and VistaCare Hospice.
FRANCISCAN VNS HOSPICE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Bereavement Support ADULT GROUPS
Weekly for Six Sessions that are Free (Community welcome)
A series of meetings open to any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one.
NEXT GROUP MEETS
TUESDAYS FEB. 5, 12, 19, 20, MAR. 5 and 12 at 5:30 -7:00 pm
TO REGISTER: Call Hospice 528-2092
Sessions will meet at St. Francis ESSC 421 N. Emerson Ave. Greenwood, IN 46143
(I 65 to Greenwood exit; West on County Line Rd. then turn south on Emerson : (Building is on the left, park in front of building facing the windows. Greeter will assist you in entering the locked building.)
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A bereavement support group for children, ages 5-12, who have experienced the death of a loved one and an adult group for their family members.
This free support group series will meet at
Christ United Methodist Church 8540 U.S. 31 South, Indianapolis, IN 46143
(1 mile north of the Greenwood Park Mall, at U.S. 31 and Stop 12 Road)
4:30 – 6 p.m. on Wednesdays
Apr. 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8 and 15
Registration is required.
To register a child for the entire six week series,
Call Hospice (317) 528-2092
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Lunchtime Fellowship Group
Meeting every Wednesday 12-1:00pm at Jonathan Byrd’s Cafeteria
(in Greenwood: East of S. Emerson Ave. & Main St.)
Meet in the front lobby.
Participants are responsible for purchasing their own meal. No registration or fee required.
For additional Bereavement Support
Call Karla Norton or Roberta White at
Franciscan VNS Hospice 528-2092 or Toll free 1-800-390-9915
Franciscan St. Francis Hospice offers
Bereavement Support groups for children, ages 5-12, who have experienced the death of a loved one.
This free support group series will meet at:
Christ United Methodist Church
8540 U.S. 31 South
Indianapolis, IN 46143
(1 mile north of the Greenwood Park Mall, at U.S. 31 and Stop 12 Road)
An adult bereavement group available simultaneously
just across hall from children’s activities
4:30 – 6 p.m. on Wednesdays
April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, and 15, 2013
No cost, but registration is required and
children should plan to attend the entire six weeks
Call to register: St. Francis Hospice
(317) 528-2636 or 1-800-390-9915
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For additional Bereavement Support Call
Karla Riggs Norton or Roberta White
at St. Francis Hospice 528-2636 or
Toll free 1-800-390-9915
Publication Date: January 23, 2013
Contact:
Joe Stuteville
Media Relations Manager
317-528-7986 (office)
317-946-9930 (cell)
317-906-0079 (pager)
Email: Joe.Stuteville@franciscanalliance.org
Grieving youth learn coping skills through Franciscan St. Francis Hospice program
INDIANAPOLIS – Death is a part of the life cycle, and it’s especially difficult for children to grasp and make sense out of it, particularly when they lose a loved one.
That’s why Franciscan St. Francis Hospice offers Caterpillar Kids, a support program that offers learning experiences for children ages 5 to 12.
“Children do grieve and they may express it differently than adults, but their feelings are as genuine and essential in healing,” said spiritual bereavement counselor Karla Riggs Norton. “Caterpillar Kids brings children together in a safe, nurturing environment where they receive information about grief and learn healthy ways to cope with the death of a loved one.”
St. Francis Hospice will offer its autumn Caterpillar Kids program Wednesdays, April 10, 17, 24, and May 1, 8 and 15. The free workshops meet from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Meetings are at Christ United Methodist Church, 8540 U.S. 31 South, one mile north of Greenwood Park Mall.
Led by staff trained in bereavement support for children, youngsters participate in storytelling, art projects, games and other sharing opportunities. Parents also are invited to participate in a concurrent session to assist them in supporting their children.
Registration is required. To register or for more information about Caterpillar Kids, call 317-528-2092 or 800-390-9915.
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