| Calendar | ||
| All groups, classes, programs and special events will meet at HeartLight Center unless noted with a “Location”. | ||
| Please RSVP to info@heartlightcenter.org or call 720.748.9908 | ||
| Monthly HeartLight Support Groups A $10 donation to HeartLight is encouraged for all support groups. Scholarships Available. |
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| Growing through Grief | ||
| April 3 May 1 June 5 |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
A "first group" for newly bereaved individuals. Spend an evening learning about the grief process and connection with others. Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month. (You can attend as many times as you wish.) |
| Widow(er) Education & Support Group | ||
| April 10 May 8 June 12 |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
An ongoing support
and educational group for people who have experienced the death of a
spouse, partner or significant other. If your loss is recent or
years ago, you are welcome to come and spend an evening with others who
are on a similar journey. (Newcomers are encouraged to attend this
group before attending the Widow(er) Peer Support Group). Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month. |
| Loss of a Parent Support Group | ||
| April 17 May 15 June 19 |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
An ongoing support group for those who have experienced the death of parent(s). Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month. |
| Widow(er) Peer Support Group | ||
| April 24 May 22 June 26 |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
An
ongoing support group focused on discussion topics relating to the grief
and loss journey. Meets the 4th Wednesday of the month. April 24 - Something that helped me May 22- Glimmers of Hope June 26- Bringing Nature into the Grief Process |
| Community Groups
meeting at HeartLight Center |
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| East Metro Heartbeat Group | ||
| April 23 May 21 June 25 Tuesdays |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
This is an ongoing monthly support group for survivors after suicide, who seek hope and healing in their lives after the tragic loss of a loved on to suicide. We come to share our pain and connect with other survivors in a circle of acceptance, understanding and love. All are welcome. Meets on the last Tuesday of the month. Facilitator: Katie Ford, MA, LPC 720.300.8213. Co-Facilitator: Brenda Gierczak, MOAM, CG-C 303.667.7864 |
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| Compassionate Friends Aurora Chapter | ||
| April 18 May 16 June 20 Thursdays |
7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm |
A self-help group for families who have experience the death of a child of any age. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Facilitator: Elaine Moore 303.883.0294 |
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HeartLight Center Classes, Programs and Special Events |
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| Men's Widower Group | ||
| April 2 May 7 June 4 Tuesdays |
7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm |
A peer
support group dedicated to addressing the unique issues encountered by
men who have experienced the death of a spouse, partner or significant
other. Facilitator: Brian Regan Cost $10 |
| It's All About Love ... Inspiring Hope | ||
| April 26,
2013 Friday |
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
It's All About Love... HeartLight Center's 10th Anniversary. An evening of food, inspiring stories and a silent auction to benefit HeartLight Center. DoubleTree Hotel, 7801 E Orchard Road, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 This years honorees: Carole O’Shea, coordinator of the Victim Services Unit of the Aurora Police Department, managing the staff advocates as well as 45 volunteers, has served our community since 1998 in countless ways. Carole and her team served a significant role following the 7/20 shootings. Dan Georgopulos, founder of Hands of The Carpenter, a faith-based nonprofit serving single mothers and widows by providing automobile repair and maintenance in an effort to relieve the enormous financial burden and related distress that repair puts on this population and their opportunity for economic self-sufficiency. George (Skip) Noe, Aurora’s city manager, helped more a community from tragedy to healing following last summer’s theater shootings. He remained a steadfast anchor through it all, mindful of victim needs, community priorities and employee wellness, and supportive of the city’s outstanding first responders. Jennifer McBride, President & Co-founder of HeartLight Center, followed a dream she had 15 years ago to create a center for grief support that is warm and welcoming to all. That dream resulted in HeartLight Center having cared for thousands over the last 10 years. |
| Coping with Sudden Unexpected Loss | ||
| May 13 Monday |
7:00 pm | The way
that we grieve is as different as our fingerprints. But the
circumstances of each death and its impact on us can be so challenging
when someone we love dies suddenly and unexpectedly. Just trying to “get
our head around” what has happened can become overwhelming and deeply
impacts the challenge of integrating what has happened into our daily
lives. Come and share your experience with others who are walking a
similar path. Facilitator: Jennifer McBride Cost $10 |
| Time of Hope Memorial Services | ||
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Please RSVP to 303.745.1771 X342 as to which location and how many
people will be attending. |
7 pm. Lasts about an hour | Join in this memorial service to honor those whom we have loved and remembered. Learn about the rituals of spring and bring something special home with you.
Free and open for all to attend. All evenings begin a 7pm and last about an hour.
May 20 - HeartLight Center, 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave., Aurora May 21 - Horan & McConaty, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton May 23 - Horan & McConaty, 3101 S. Wadsworth Ave., Lakewood |
| What Not to Say to Grieving People | ||
| June 6 Thursday |
7 pm |
When we have experienced the death of someone we love, we know that people around us want to say something that makes a difference to us in our grief. People can be very well-meaning but say some things to us that are NOT helpful. This session is a safe and open time to share your experiences and feelings. Through conversation we can help each other learn ways to respond and to educate those around us. Facilitator: Marguerite Ham Cost: $10.00 |
| Living with Loss, One day at a Time | ||
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Friday, June 7
Tuesday, June 11
7:00pm |
Living with Loss, One Day at a Time is a brand new book that offers daily encouragement to individuals and families who have recently lost a loved one. By providing tools and suggestions that offer hope, optimism, introspection, and self-discovery, this accessible and comforting guide enables readers to embrace the happy and healthy days of life with their loved one while integrating and accepting their loss into everyday life.
Come and meet author Rachel Blythe Kodanaz and learn more about her new book Living with Loss, One Day at a Time. These sessions are applicable to grieving people AND professionals who are helping grieving people!
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