Support groups provide a safe place to explore and express your grief in a comfortable setting and connect with others who have experienced loss.
Colorado VNA Grief Support offers a variety of grief support groups and events that meet in the daytime and evening both virtually and in person. All of our sessions are led by our professional grief counselors and trained volunteers. Review our Current Grief Support Offerings PDF or see listings below.
For more information or help registering for any of these groups, contact Colorado VNA Grief Support at 720-325-2987 or griefsupport@vnacolorado.org.
Please Help Us!
Colorado VNA is a mission driven non-profit organization providing unsurpassed care, quality and comfort since 1889. If you are able, we welcome a $5 per group suggested donation to help keep our programs sustainable and available to all who are grieving.
Ongoing Grief Support Groups
Monday Mournings:
Broomfield Daytime Group
This group is an ongoing resource for those who have experienced a death loss.
Dates/Times/Location
2nd & 4th Mondays of every month
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Broomfield Senior Center
280 Spader Way, Broomfield, CO 80020
Co-sponsored by Broomfield Community Center
Register Online
Spouse/Partner Loss
Grief Support Group
This group is an ongoing resource for those who have experienced the death of a spouse or partner.
Dates/Times/Locations
Meets Virtually
2nd & 4th Thursday of the month
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Register Online
Virtual Parent Loss Group
This group is designed to provide support for adults who are working through the death of a parent or parent figure. Join us as we explore the lives of our parents, how we have changed since their passing, and the legacy they left.
Dates/Time/Location
Meets Virtually on Zoom
1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
$5 – $15 per group suggested donation
Register Online
Dates/Time/Location
Saturday, October 7
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Dancing Spirit, Lyons
Check back later for registration
Dates/Time/Location
Saturday, August 26
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Zuma’s Rescue Ranch, Littleton
Grief Support Special Events
Lights of Remembrance Virtual Memorial Service
This holiday season, we invite you to remember someone who has been special in your life and connect with others who are coping with loss by attending our virtual Lights of Remembrance Event.
Join in the warmth of community online for readings, music, reading names and a candlelight ritual.
Dates, Time, and Location
Monday, December 18th
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$5 suggested donation
Register Online
Co-sponsored with Pathways Center for Grief & Loss.
Dates/Time/Location
6 consecutive Tuesdays: April 25th – June 6th
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
In Person Group – Arvada, CO (address below)
Note: no group on May 16th
Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time
Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time
What to do with your and a loved one’s personal possessions.
Guest speaker and author: Rachel Kodanaz
www.rachelkodanaz.com
Personal possessions tell a beautiful story of a person’s life regardless of age. But when we find that we have accumulated too much or a loved one passes, the process of sorting through the items can be overwhelming. Rachel will provide us with tools for how to thin, repurpose, and redistribute these possessions while capturing and cherishing the memories of our loved one. She will share ideas of maintaining a connection to our loved one and the importance of sharing the possessions with future generations.
Rachel Kodanaz provides encouragement to those who are suffering a loss or experiencing a difficult life change. Rachel has been speaking passionately to national audiences of all sizes for over 20 years, addressing all aspects of change, growth, and acceptance that comes with life’s transitions. Rachel is author of best-seller Living with Loss, One Day at a Time, Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time and Grief in the Workplace: A comprehensive guide for being prepared.
Date/Time/Location
Meets VIRTUALLY
Monday February 13th, 2023
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Register Here »Adult Loss of a Parent 6 Week Grief Workshop
Adult Loss of a Parent 6 Week Grief Workshop
This workshop is designed to provide support for adults who are working through the death of a parent or parent figure. Join us as we explore the lives of our parents, how we have changed since their passing, and the legacy they left.
For continuity and to create the best experience for all participants, it is requested that you attend all six sessions. $30 Suggested Donation.
Voices of Grief
Save the Date!
Voices of Grief Honoring the Sacred Journey
Special Guest: Kathy Spairns, Filmmaker
Join us for a special viewing of the documentary film, Voices of Grief by local filmmaker Kathy Spairns, followed by a discussion of the film. Voices of Grief explores the discouragement in our culture for the normal grief and mourning process while at the same time offering a new perspective on how to honor, transform and integrate our grief. The film is based on the interplay of teachings from contemporary authors, poets, and spiritual teachers coupled with the stories of our group participants as we companion one another in our group support work.
Date/Time/Location
Monday, October 3rd
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Colorado Visiting Nurse Association Office
6750 W. 52nd Avenue, Arvada, CO (map)
Click here for more information about the film
Heart Speak
Heart Speak: An Equine Grief Journey of Healing
Horses have the unique ability to be present and honest in responding to situations and energy around them. Joining with a horse touches your heart. Their gentle and curious nature guides you to access greater awareness and renew your spirit. Join us for a one day workshop and let the healing power of horses help you on your journey as we slow down, reflect and have some fun together.
$100 Program Fee Supports the Equine Facilities (Scholarships available upon request) No horse experience necessary. This is a non-riding workshop
Zuma’s Rescue – Littleton | Dancing Spirit Equine Facilities – Lyons |
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| Sunday, June 26th 9:00 am – 3:30 pm | Saturday, July 9th 9:00 am – 3:30 pm |
Register for Littleton Group | Register for Lyons Group |
Spouse/Partner Loss
Spouse/Partner Loss 6 Week Grief Workshop
Meets in Person
This workshop is designed to provide support & assist you in identifying & working through some of the feelings & reactions that are part of the process of grieving a spouse/partner. This educational and experiential workshop will include education, discussion, peer support and an opportunity for participants to share their unique stories.
Dates, Time, and Location
Meets for 6 Tuesdays, September 13th – October 18th
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Colorado Visiting Nurse Association Office
6750 W. 52nd Ave.
Arvada, CO.
Register Here
Heart Speak
Heart Speak: An Equine Grief Journey of Healing
Horses have the unique ability to be present and honest in responding to situations and energy around them. Joining with a horse touches your heart. Their gentle and curious nature guides you to access greater awareness and renew your spirit. Join us for a one day workshop and let the healing power of horses help you on your journey as we slow down, reflect and have some fun together. $100 Investment
Dates/Time/Location
Saturday, January 21st
9:00am-3:30pm
Zuma’s Rescue Ranch, Littleton
Co-Sponsored by Zuma’s Rescue Ranch and Dancing Spirit Equine Facilitated Coaching
Dates/Time/Location
Saturday, November 19th
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Zuma’s Rescue Ranch, Littleton, CO
Register here for Littleton Group
This is a non riding workshop.
No horse experience necessary.
Mother's Day Remembrance Event
Mother’s Day Remembrance Event
This is intended for people who have experienced the death of a mother, grandmother or are moms who have experienced the death of their child. We will remember our loved ones through an activity that honors moms and includes planting flowers. Please dress accordingly. We invite you to bring a picture of your loved one to share with the group.
Date/Time/Location
Sunday, May 7th 1:00 – 2:30 pm
CVNA office 6750 W. 52nd Ave. Arvada, CO.
(weather permitting we will meet outside) $10 Suggested Donation
Please register by Wednesday, May 4th
Register Here
Colorado Visiting Nurse Association
6750 W. 52nd Ave.
Arvada, CO
Virtual Caregiver Support & Community Group
Caring for an ill loved one is one of the hardest jobs in the world. This group is designed to help you build strength through support and connection with others in similar situations.
Dates/Time/Location
Meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Meets Virtually
Note: This group is being co-sponsored by Colorado VNA, Pathways, The Denver Hospice, and Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care.
Meditation & Grief Group
This is an ongoing resource to learn about and experience meditation and mindful practices that help support the grieving process.
Dates/Times/Location
1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Meets Virtually
Jewish Grief Support Group
The group provides a safe and supportive place where bereaved persons can mourn and memorialize their losses in a Jewish context. Open to all members of the Jewish community, affiliated and non-affiliated.
Dates/Time/Location
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of every month
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Meets Virtually
Co-Sponsored by Boulder Jewish Family Service
Survivors of Sudden Loss
Grief Support Group
An ongoing resource for those who have experienced a sudden, unexpected or accidental death.
Dates/Time/Location
1st & 3rd Thursdays of every month
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Meets Virtually
Walking Through Grief:
A Trail Walking Group
This is an ongoing group designed to be a safe place to get some exercise and have quiet time in nature with supportive companions.
Dates/Time/Locations
Meets Every Wednesday
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Boulder and Longmont
Young Adult Grief Gathering
A new grief support resource for people in their 20’s and 30’s who are looking to gather with their peers and connecting with others who “get it.”.