Grief Connection Space: Our Approach
Mission Statement: Through supportive partnerships and community education grounded in awareness, connection, and wisdom, we strive to develop grief-informed spaces.
Vision Statement: To develop spaces where grief-informed practices are embedded in community systems through sustained education, collaboration, and compassionate support.
How We Will Do This:
We foster supportive partnerships, deliver community-centered education, and share accessible grief resources to promote awareness, build meaningful connections, and cultivate shared wisdom. Through collaboration and compassionate guidance, we help individuals, schools, businesses and organizations navigate the complex landscape of grief support and create environments grounded in empathy and informed support.
Connect With Grief Connection Space in Community
August 14- La Grange Public Library
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
Supporting Those Who Grieve
Many of us struggle with what to say or how to support someone who is grieving a loss. This session will explore the grieving process and teach practical ways to provide meaningful support. Open to all, registration required https://lagrangelibrary.org/
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
Understanding Grief and Building Resilience: Tools for Helping and Healing
Communities across the western suburbs have experienced significant loss in recent years, including tragic teen and adult suicides and fatal car accidents. In response, OptWell and The Community House—along with grief and mental health experts and nonprofit partners—are coming together to support both adults and high school students who are navigating loss or supporting someone who is.
The event will feature experts sharing their stories and providing attendees with the tools, support, and resources to educate and help those in our communities heal.
Learn more and to register visit: https://optwell.org/events/
September 18 - Free Grief Support Group
September 17 - OptWell at The Community House
September 18 - Free Grief Support Group
Support Group: Understanding and Living With Grief
This monthly, community-based grief support group is for individuals navigating the complexities of loss. Each session includes educational components, group discussions, and therapeutic activities designed to normalize grief and foster resilience.
Dates: September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18
Registration information coming soon.
NAMI Illinois
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
September 18 - Free Grief Support Group
Illinois School Counseling Association
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
November 12 - Thomas Ford Memorial Library in Western Springs
Navigating Grief During Holidays
Join us for a compassionate and supportive presentation on understanding and navigating grief during holidays and important dates. Open to all, registration required.
December 5
December 5
December 5
Grief Connection Space, LLC.
Our Team
Meet our dynamic team including (l to r, top to bottom): Liz Otto Haskins, Anna Padron Sikora, Heather Fernandez, Sara Buttita, Michelle Halm, Alyssa Jesberger
Proud Member/Friend Of...
Grief Care Network
National Alliance for Children's Grief
National Alliance for Children's Grief
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National Alliance for Children's Grief
National Alliance for Children's Grief
National Alliance for Children's Grief
Friend of the Coalition to Support Grieving Children
Friend of the Coalition to Support Grieving Children
Friend of the Coalition to Support Grieving Children
West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Friend of the Coalition to Support Grieving Children
Friend of the Coalition to Support Grieving Children