Resources for Grief Ministry

 

Care Notes

CareNotes, owned and operated by the monks of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, are written for people dealing with intensely emotional situatiosn who are looking for concise, easy-to-read guidance and support. https://carenotes.com/

 

Seasons of Hope

Seasons of Hope is a comprehensive guidebook for leaders and four participant journals. The program offers twenty-four scripture-based sessions for grievers, organized into four six-week seasons. Each season is self-contained and non-sequential so that participants may begin with any of the four seasons and parish leaders may schedule the six-week seasons as fits the particular pastoral needs of each individual parish.https://www.avemariapress.com/series/the-seasons-of-hope-series

 

Seasons of Hope Information Workshop

 

 

You Are Not Alone Series Sunday, June 25, 2023 4-6pm (via Zoom) – The Emotional Journey of Suicide Loss Survivors Sunday, July 30, 2023 4-6pm (via Zoom) – The Healing Journey Forward with Suicide Loss Sunday, August 27, 2023 4-6pm (via Zoom) – the Spiritual Journey after Suicide Loss Retreat: You Are Not Alone (Survivors of Suicide Loss) September 29-October 1, 2023 Register Online at: www.archindy.org/Fatima Jennifer Burger jburger@archindy.org, (317)545-7681 Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House 5353 East 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46226

 

Peace in the Mourning Widow’s Grief Retreat October 20-22, 2023 Register Online at: www.archindy.org/Fatima Jennifer Burger jburger@archindy.org, (317)545-7681 Ext. 102 Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House 5353 East 56th Street Indianapolis, IN 46226

 

 

 

 

O'Riley Grief Group

Second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm

Free. Everyone is welcome.

 

 

 

 

 

Widow & Widower Support Group A group for those grieving the death of their spouse or life partner. Join with others to explore issues experienced by widows and widowers and find ways to cope. Group meets bin-person. Register by call 317-294-7697 or email Christopher.Suder@Compassus.com Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. 1 pm - 2:30 pm 450 N. Payne Road, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN.

 

 

 

Red Bird Ministries An organization that systematically guides individuals and couples through the complexity and trauma that happens with the loss ot a child form pregnancy through adulthood.   https://www.redbird.love/

 

Nourish for Caregivers

It's no secret that when someone takes on the role of caregiver they take on stress, exhaustion, and frustrations. As a result, caregivers often report declining health, emotional fatigue, depression and even spiritual depletion. In this state, purpose and meaning can be easily lost. Our program is designed to provide the tools and resources to build a caregiver's resilience by supporting their practical, emotional and spiritual needs so that they can experience the many blessings that come with caregiving. https://nourishforcaregivers.com/

 

ava's grace (Pregnancy & Infant Loss)

ava’s grace seeks to bring the rich resources of our faith to bear on the heart-breaking loss of a child. Monthly support group meets over Zoom. Open to anyone who has lost a baby before or after birth, whether recently or long ago; meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM via Zoom. Contact Lisa Everett, Director for Marriage & Family Ministry, Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend at leverett@diocesefwsb.org and (574) 234-0687 ext 4110. Visit the ava’s grace website for a variety of resources to comfort, encourage and provide practical information: https://diocesefwsb.org/avas-grace/

 

 

Retrouvaille Retreat. Helping hurting marriages. Retrouvaille is an international program that has been helping hurting marriages since 1977. Modeled on Worldwide Marriage Encounter, it focuses on communication and healing. To learn more and register please visit www.helpourmarriage.org or email retrouindy@gmail.com To know the weekend calendar press here Cincinatti April 14, 2023 Phone: 317 489 6811 E-mail: register@retroindy.com Jerry and Mary Kaye Area Coordinators Retrouvaille of Indianapolis

 

 

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Support and Resources

State and National Resources

• National Alliance for Grieving Children
• Support Groups in Hendricks, Madison, Boone and Johnson Counties
• Bereaved Parents of the USA
• Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents
• Grief Recovery after Substance Passing
• Additional Online Support
• Suggested ReadingAlways check with the provider before attending a support group to confirm time, day, and location.

Indianapolis Area Resources

• Catholic Charities of Indianapolis
  Counseling
  Individual or family counseling is available on a sliding fee scale, based on income, with a variety of private insurances accepted.
  Call (317) 236-1500 for more information.
• General Area Grief Support
  (St. Vincent, St. Francis, University Health, etc.)
• Widows and Widowers Support
• Lunch Bunch Socialization Groups
• Loss of a Child
• Pregnancy or Infant Loss
• Specialty Groups and Programs

If you need assistance finding a support group in the Indianapolis area, or would like additional information please contact, Gabriela Ross, Director of Marriage and Family Life, for additional information at 317-592-4007 or gross@archindy.org.