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Every person must cope with loss of a loved on his or her own terms.

The emotional upheaval these trying times can cause is sometimes so overwhelming that even the support of friends and family may not help relieve the amount of sadness and grief you feel. 

At Musselman Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. we recommend the following support groups: 

»  Lost To Addiction - Grief Support GatheringHosted by the Central PA Family Alliance. Losing someone close to you due to addiction/overdose can be devastating. For many, that loss is accompanied by feelings of sadness, depression, guilt, anger, confusion, shame, and isolation. CPFA is now holding grief support gatherings to connect with others who are experiencing a similar loss. The anonymous gatherings are held twice a month; the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 PM with refreshments provided.»  Highmark Caring Place Center for Grieving ChildrenA center for grieving children, adolescents, and their families. To join a support group, volunteer at the center or contribute financially, contact the center at (866) 613-4673. 3 Walnut Street, Suite 200, Lemoyne, PA 17043.»  Parental Loss Support GroupThrough Aseracare Hospice meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The group offers hope and encouragement. Please contact, Mayann Casey at 717-541-4466 or [email protected] to register before attending. They are located at 75 South Houcks Road, Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17109.»  First Tuesdays Grief GatheringThrough Heartland Home Healthcare and Hospice meets in the Hospice Conference Room the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 PM. This group strives to help those who suffered a recent death in their family. They discuss the trials and tribulations one faces during this difficult time. They are located at 3417 Concord Road, York, PA 17402.»  Surviving Spouse Socials

Through Faith United Church of Christ meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM with various other speakers, programs, trips and dinner outings throughout the month. They have a $12 yearly fee plus any event expenses. Please contact (717) 843-8991. They are located at 509 Pacific Avenue, York, PA 17404

»  HeartstringsMeets the fourth Tuesday of each month (third Tuesday in December). This is a perinatal bereavement support group for those who have experienced a pregnancy loss or newborn death. You are welcome to join, no matter where you are in your grief or how long it has been since your loss. You may choose to talk, or just listen. Some meetings include brief presentations, as well as time for sharing. Two registered nurses, who are perinatal bereavement counselors, will facilitate the meeting. There is no charge and no registration is required. Call 717-231-8900 for more information. They are located at the PinnacleHealth Community Campus in the 2nd floor conference rooms.»  Grief Share through Derry Presbyterian ChurchOffers a 13 week series in January and June with varying days and times. This is a nondenominational Christian program that features bible teaching, small group discussion, video seminars led by renowned experts on the grieving process and a workbook to help participants explore topics in death. Please contact, Pastor Marie Buffaloe at 717-533-9667 ext. 103 or [email protected] for more information. They are located at 248 East Derry Road, Hershey, PA 17033.»  Compassionate FriendsCamp Hill Chapter is an informal self-help support group of bereaved parents and siblings. They meet the the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Please call 717-731-0379 for more information. They are located at Church of the Good Shepard, 3435 Trindle Road, Camp Hill. »  Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)Offers victim support services for anyone who has lost a loved one in an alcohol related crash. Contact 657-3911. 2323 Patton Road, Harrisburg, PA 17112.

HOSPICE OF CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA

Sponsors a number of bereavement programs.

Passages, a general grief support group for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. Harmony, a program for young widows and widowers dealing with such issues as going back to work, single parenting, dating, etc.

Generations is a program for adults who have lost parents.

Bereavement Transitions is a support group for those who are grieving two or more years after the loss of a loved one.They meet the first Thursday of the month from 3:00 to 4:30 PM.There are two monthly social groups – Men’s Breakfast and Ladies Luncheon.Growing Through Grief is a six week educational bereavement support series.Newly Bereaved Series is a three week educational bereavement support series for the newly bereaved.Holiday Bereavement Series call for information on dates.For information and referral on these programs call 732-1000 and ask for a Bereavement Care CoordinatorHospice of Central PA1320 LInglestown RoadHarrisburg, PA  17110

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

»  Center for Loss & TransitionA leading provider of information and inspiration in the areas of illness and dying, loss and grief, healthy caregiving, life transition, and spirituality. »  National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization 

Committed to improving end of life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly enhancing quality of life for people dying in America and their loved ones.