Living with Loss Group

A Virtual Support Group for Young Adults (18-25ish) Who Have Experienced the Death of a Parent

It can be so hard to enjoy life as a college student / young adult while grieving an unspeakable loss. The death of a parent is profound, painful, and isolating enough. Layered on top of the loss itself may be other challenges, such as disappointment or frustration with how others have responded, concern about family members, and pressure to function as though things were normal.

This group provides a space where you can feel less alone, give and receive support, speak frankly, share memories, learn about grief, and develop coping skills. It is also a space where laughter and joy are welcome. The group is open to those whose loss occurred some time ago, as well as those for whom the loss is more recent. 

Having personally lost one parent during my sophomore year of college, and my other parent at age 30, this group is very special to me.

There’s a model called Growing Around Grief (by Lois Tonkin) that I find resonates with many folks: