Spousal Support Groups: These ongoing groups provide a safe, caring environment for people after the death of a spouse or partner. Groups are free and facilitated by a trained professional from Alexian Brothers Hospice. Registration is required. For more information or to register contact 630-233-5118 or .

Both groups meet at the times and locations listed below:

Option 1: Beginnings-support after the death of a spouse/partner recently to a year ago

Option 2: Transitions-support after the death of a spouse /partner beyond the first year

1st Thursdays; 10 – 11:30 am

June 4, July 2, August 6
Beginnings and Transitions Groups:

St Alexius Medical Center

The Doctors Building Three

Cancer Institute Conference Rooms

1555 Barrington Road

Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

3rd Thursdays; 6:30-8:00 pm

June 18, July 16, August 20
Beginnings and Transitions Groups:

Alexian Brothers Medical Center

Cancer Institute Conference Rooms

800 Biesterfield Rd Suite 120

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

3rd Fridays 1:00pm

June 19, July 17, August 21

Reconnections

The Egg Basket, 880 S. Barrington Road., Schaumburg, IL 60193

Join us for a new once a month social group for people 1 1/2 years after and beyondthe death of their spouse. If you’re ready to move forward, but finding it hard to reconnect socially, then this group is for you! Gatherings sites may vary from month to month. Everyone pays their own way. We provide the plans, you provide the fun and friendship! Please RSVP the week of the event by email to or call 630-233-5118.

Workshops:

Parental Loss:

August 2 | 1:30–3 p.m.

Our Saviour's United Methodist Church
701 E Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, Il 60194

This workshop is offered quarterly to provide support for adult children grieving the loss of their parent or guardian. This group is led by a grief specialist from Alexian Brothers Hospice. RSVP to or 630-233-5118.

Coming this fall…

September: Cooking for One Workshop

October: Canopy- A Shelter for Young Adult Loss

November: Take Care Series Workshop: Grieving During the Holidays