Our Services
Bereavement Care
Click here to download a brochure about Bereavement Care
When death occurs, whether it is sudden or comes after a long
illness, the loss can be overwhelming. Hospice bereavement
professionals provide care and support in a safe and confidential
manner to both our hospice families and to others in the community
who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Bereavement care includes:
- Support groups Click here to read more
- One-on-one grief counseling
- Grief education seminars
- Educational literature
Helpful reading materials on grief and loss
Community Outreach
- Support for civic groups and organizations, churches, and businesses: consultation and support regarding sudden loss; educational seminars and presentations about grief and loss
- School support: consultation, seminars, support groups, and one-on-one grief counseling on site
Other Resources
- Books For & About Children, Loss & Grief
- Compassionate Friends www.compassionatefriends.com
These services are available without charge. Please call Shannon Slater at 828.894.7000 or 800.617.7132, or email sslater@hocf.org to learn more about how hospice can help and support you when you lose someone you love.