Community Bereavement Center
Coping With the Loss of a Loved One
The loss of a loved one is one of life's most challenging experiences. While grief is deeply personal and affects each individual in unique ways, it is important to understand that healing is a process, not a quick or linear journey. For many, navigating grief is a learned experience, requiring time and patience. Healing does not equate to forgetting; rather, it is about finding healthy ways to honor and process the pain. A healthy response to grief involves embracing the mourning process and allowing oneself the space to heal.
Community Bereavement Center
At Hospice of the Valley, our Community Bereavement Center is dedicated to providing compassionate and practical support for individuals coping with the loss of a loved one. As part of our hospice care services, the Center offers ongoing bereavement assistance to families. In addition, we extend our support to the broader community by providing educational resources, short-term grief counseling, and ongoing support groups for individuals in need.
Our services include peer support groups tailored to children, adolescents, and adults, as well as specialized bereavement support for schools, businesses, churches, and other organizations experiencing unexpected or traumatic loss.

For more information or to learn about our services, please contact us at (256) 350-5585.
Bereavement Support for All Ages
When you visit the bereavement center, you’ll have access to:
- Support groups
- Educational resources
- Individual counseling sessions. We have a certified counselor on staff as well as chaplains.
Hospice Bereavement Care
Hospice of the Valley offers comprehensive bereavement services to support patients, families, and caregivers through the emotional challenges of illness and the eventual passing of a loved one. These services, available through our Bereavement Center, include individual grief counseling, support groups, and a range of additional resources to assist individuals during this difficult time.
Goodwill Services
Our Goodwill Services are designed to offer compassionate support to individuals and families experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one. These services include our Community Bereavement Center and the Friend to Friend program, which specifically supports school-aged children navigating the emotional challenges of grief. While these programs are a vital part of Hospice of the Valley’s mission, they are available not only to hospice families but to anyone in the community affected by loss.
All services are provided at no cost, ensuring that support is accessible to those in need, regardless of financial circumstances. As Hospice of the Valley is the only nonprofit hospice in our community, your generous support is deeply appreciated and plays a crucial role in helping us continue to serve those who need it most.
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