Empath Health

Grief Care Support Groups

Compassionate support for those experiencing loss

Registration Required

All groups require prior registration.

For information or to register:

(888) 308-7150

Marion County

Hospice of Marion County Area | All groups are 6 Sessions, Biweekly, unless noted.

Friends in Grief Support Groups

Tuesdays, January 6 - March 18
10:30 AM - Noon
Cates House
Wednesdays, February 18 - April 29
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cates House
Wednesdays, July 15 - September 23
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cates House

Traumatic Loss Support Groups

Tuesdays, April 24 - July 3
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cates House
Wednesdays, May 20 - July 29
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Monarch Center

Child Loss Support Groups

Tuesdays, May 26 - August 4
10:30 AM - Noon
Cates House
Wednesdays, August 19 - October 28
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Monarch Center

Spousal Loss Support Groups

Tuesdays, October 13 - December 22
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cates House

Friends in Grief 2 Support Group

3 Sessions, Biweekly (For those who completed "Friends in Grief")

Thursday, September 10 - October 8
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cates House

Hillsborough County + Pinellas County

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough + Suncoast Hospice Areas | All groups are 6 Sessions, Biweekly, unless noted.

Spouse Loss Retirement Years Groups

Fridays, January 30 - March 6
10:00 AM - Noon
Hale Senior Activity Center, Dunedin
Tuesdays, February 3 - March 10
10:00 AM - Noon
Empath Service Center, Palm Harbor
Tuesdays, February 3 - March 10
10:00 AM - Noon
Empath Service Center, St. Petersburg
Wednesdays, February 4 - March 11
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
St Paul Church, Largo

Spouse Loss Working Years

Wednesdays, January 14 - February 18
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Mid-Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park

Adult Loss of Parent

Tuesdays, January 13 - February 17
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mid Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park
Wednesday, February 11 - March 18
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Empath Service Center, St. Petersburg

Loss of Adult Child

Wednesdays, January 21 - March 4
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Empath Service Center, St. Petersburg

General Grief & Loss

Wednesdays, January 21 - February 25
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mid Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park

General Grief & Loss Group in Spanish VIRTUAL

Wednesdays, January 21 - March 4
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

To register for this Spanish virtual group, please call: 727-244-4514

Grief 101: One-Time Presentations

For those whose loss is recent and/or who just wish to have basic grief information and are not ready or interested in a full six-week group.

Thursday, January 22
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Mid Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park
Friday, February 6
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Empath Service Center, Palm Harbor
Tuesday, February 17
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Empath Service Center, St. Petersburg
Thursday, February 26
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Mid Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park
Wednesday, March 4
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Empath Service Center, Palm Harbor
Tuesday, March 10
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mid Pinellas Care Center, Pinellas Park
Thursday, March 26
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Empath Service Center, St. Petersburg

DeSoto, Charlotte, Manatee, and Sarasota Counties

Tidewell Hospice Area | All groups are 6 Sessions, Biweekly, unless noted.

Newly Bereaved Spousal Loss

Wednesdays, January 7 - March 18
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ellenton Family Grief Center, Palmetto

Intro to Spousal Loss Support Groups

Thursdays, January 8 - March 19
10:00 AM - Noon
Empath Health Administration, Lakewood Ranch
Thursdays, January 8 - March 19
10:30 AM - Noon
Tidewell Administration (Rand Rd.), Sarasota
Fridays, January 30 - April 10
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tidewell Administration (Wexford Blvd.), Venice

Next Steps Spousal Loss Support Groups

Requires previous completion of Intro to Spousal Loss

Wednesdays, January 7 - March 11
10:30 AM - Noon
Tidewell Administration (Rand Rd.), Sarasota
Thursdays, January 15 - March 26
10:00 AM - Noon
Empath Health Administration, Lakewood Ranch
Wednesdays, January 21 - April 8
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tidewell Administration (Veronica St.), Port Charlotte
Wednesdays, February 4 - April 15
Noon - 1:30 PM
Tidewell Administration (26th St. W.), Bradenton

You've Got This...Further Out Spousal Loss Support Group

Mondays, January 5 - March 16
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ellenton Family Grief Center, Palmetto

Men's Spousal/Partner Loss Support Group

Mondays, January 12 - March 23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ellenton Family Grief Center, Palmetto

Spousal Loss Coffee + Connections Support Group

A fellowship-oriented support group for those whose spouse/partner died over one year ago.

3rd Thursday of Each Month (Starting January 15)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tidewell Administration (N. Access Rd.), Port Charlotte

Parent Loss Support Group

Wednesdays, January 28 - April 8
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tidewell Administration (Wexford Blvd.), Venice

Adult Child Loss Support Group

Tuesdays, January 6 - March 18
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
6919 Outreach Way, North Port

Living with Suicide Loss Support Group

8 Sessions, Biweekly

Tuesdays, January 6 - April 15
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Tidewell Administration (Rand Rd.), Sarasota

Virtual Seminars VIRTUAL

To register, email your interest to: jspurr@empathhealth.org

January 16, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Past, Present and Future: Grief and the Dual Process Model
Moving through grief is a balance between honoring the past and finding a way forward.
January 30, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Grief: Body, Mind, and Soul
Grief impacts our entire person. Join us as we discuss how to care for all aspects of self during grief and loss. *Note: This is a repeat of the seminar from fall 2025
February 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Safety, Scams and Stepping Out
Navigating the world after loss can be tricky. The seminar will focus on safety concerns, including how to protect yourself from common scams. There will be a section at the end for those interested in moving forward with dating (if not interested, you can leave before this section starts). *This will also be presented in person at the Sarasota/Rand office location.
February 27, 2025 at Noon
Grief and Boundaries
Discover ways to set healthy boundaries that support your health and wellbeing during times of grief and loss.
March 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Using Art, Music and Movement to Navigate Grief
Art, music and movement are tools that can help us navigate grief. Join us to learn how to utilize these tools. *Note: Repeat of fall 2025 seminar
March 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Grief and Relationships: Building Social Support
During grief connecting with others can be challenging. Join us in exploring ways to build social support to help navigate your grief journey. *Note: Repeat of fall 2025 seminar
April 10, 2026 at Noon
Grief and Hope
During loss, hope can feel, and be, elusive. But hope is more than wishful thinking and love is stronger than our pain and loss. Join us as we discuss hope.

Special Events

Safety, Scams and Stepping Out (Virtual & In Person)

Join us in a safe space to discuss safety concerns often associated with living alone. Information will be shared on how to avoid scams, including financial and romantic scams. The final portion of the event focuses on dating after loss. Individuals adjusting to living alone and those moving through spousal loss who may be considering dating again are encouraged to attend.

*Participants who prefer not to attend the dating portion may leave before that segment begins.

Friday, February 13 | 10:30 AM - Noon | Tidewell Administration (Rand Rd.), Sarasota

Grief Movie Events

Join us to watch a film together and discuss topics related to grief and healing as depicted on screen. Drinks will be provided, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own snacks if desired.

Fridays: January 23; February 13; March 13; April 17
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Tidewell Administration (Rand Rd.), Sarasota

Broward + Palm Beach Counties

Trustbridge Area - Information coming soon