Free Support Groups
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Medical Aid in Dying Bereavement Group
Free
A place for bereaved loved ones to explore the complexity and nuance of losing someone to Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), with expert guidance and support in their grief journey.
Supporting a loved one through Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) is a brave and vulnerable choice. If you have lost a loved one through MAiD, you may be facing a complex mix of thoughts and emotions. Some may be helpful and healing, while others may be painful or confusing. You are not alone. Although every grief journey is unique, there are threads of commonality that unite those who share their experiences with others.
The goal of this group is to community and support healing for those who have lost a loved one through the MAiD process. The group is facilitated by trained, experienced and knowledgeable end of life and grief practitioners (MAiD specialists) who provide compassionate, supportive care as they walk with group members through their grief journeys. Outcomes include a sense of belonging in a community of people with shared experiences, understanding your grief experience, and feeling well-supported in navigating it.
Logistics: This group is offered for free via Zoom on every Monday at 6:00 pm PT
Transition Circle: Creating Meaningful Rituals for Coping with Loss
Free
This is a support group for anyone navigating grief due to a death or loss.
The purpose of this support group is to offer you an opportunity to pause, honor, and process the impact of the loss you experienced.
The facilitator will focus primarily on the use of breath work, movement, storytelling and creating meaningful ritual as tools for supporting you in your grief process.
Breath work: Practice breath work as a simple grounding exercise when navigating grief
Movement: Identify various forms of movement or embodied practices that you can implement to assist you in processing grief
Storytelling: Explore methods and modes of storytelling (i.e. oral, written, art, etc.) as a helpful exercises for expressing your grief experience
Ritual: Learn tools and resources for creating ritual or ceremony that honors your grief experience in a way that feels personal and meaningful.
While each meeting will include prompts and exercises for group reflection, engagement and/or discussion, sharing is always optional, never required.
Logistics: This group is held virtually via Zoom once a month every 2nd Tuesday from 7:00-8:15 pm PT starting September 10th.
Please email Krista Messam at reservedground@gmail.com to register and receive the zoom link.
Medical Aid in Dying Preparation Group
Free
A place for patients and loved ones to explore the unique experience surrounding Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), and receive expert guidance and support in their end of life journey
If you or a loved one are considering or pursuing MAiD, being well-prepared by understanding the process, and exploring the practical, emotional and spiritual nuances can be vital to ensuring a peaceful, dignified experience for all parties involved.
The goal of this group is to ensure those who are considering Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), and their loved ones, have access to the information, resources and support they need to ensure an Empowered End of Life Experience. The group is facilitated by trained, experienced and knowledgeable practitioners (MAiD specialists) who offer compassionate, supportive care and information about the before, during and after process of MAiD.
In this group, experienced guides explore the MAiD process, common themes and experiences, the different types of support available, and various ways to prepare. Periodically guest speakers, including healthcare providers and end of life practitioners with experience, as well as those who have lost a loved one through the MAiD process, are invited to share the wisdom of their experience with the group. Outcomes include understanding, connection in community, and supportive resources throughout the process and beyond.
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Financial Support for End of Life Care and Options
Financial burden should never be an obstacle to accessing the care and options we all need to create an Empowered End of Life Experience. If you or a loved one require financial assistance to ensure optimal End of Life Care or to access your End of Life Options, please reach out to apply for support to cover the cost of these vital services.
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It’s a blessing that the state of California provides qualifying patients with an option. Nobody should have to suffer. I am beyond grateful to Dr. Bob Uslander for his professionalism, sensitivity and care.
They transformed a very difficult situation into a peaceful, comfortable, and spiritual experience. They were not only supportive of my mother, who was facing end of life, but also offered so much support, patience, and guidance.
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