How do I know if The Center is right for me?

• Some wonder if they can survive in the world without their spouse, parent, child or friend.
  
• Some come to the Center because they want to know what is “normal” in grief. 
  
• Some people come when their world feels shattered and out of control.  
  
• Some come when tragedy strikes suddenly through suicide, homicide or fatal accidents.
  
• Others come because they need someone to listen.  Who was the person who died?  What did it mean to have them in your life?  What does it mean for the rest of your life?  How can you find happiness in the future while remembering your loved one?
  
• Grief buried continues to surface throughout life.  With the support of caring, trained professionals, your journey to the ultimate goal of “Healthy Grieving, Hopeful Living” can be realized.

Call us from Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at 315-634-1100.

Our Services:

Grief Counseling

Professional grief counselors provide grief information and counseling support for adults and children at The Center for Living With Loss.  Call to schedule an appointment at either our Liverpool or East Genesee Street office.

"Being able to talk to a counselor at The Center for Living With Loss was good for me.  I was able to understand my grief better and deal with my problems more effectively.  I learned about myself and what’s important as I continue to live without my husband."

"Without The Center, I would still be sitting in my chair asking myself, 'Where do I go from here?'”

Grief Support Groups

These professionally led groups provide a safe place for those impacted by loss to obtain information, tools for coping and support.   Groups are held once a week, for six consecutive weeks.   Several six-week series are held throughout the year.    

For a printable flyer: Grief Support Group Winter 2009, Holiday Support Group 2009

"The group was very helpful in exploring all of our emotions and experiences.  The facilitators were excellent and very helpful.  Being with other grievers gives me the courage to do my “grief work” and not push it away."

Grief Talks

This ongoing series of talks provides information to help those who are grieving “do the work” of grief more helpfully and hopefully.   This series was designed for those who want grief information without sharing their grief in a public way.

For a printable flyer, click here: Grief and The Movies August 13, Winter of Grief Jan 2009, Surviving the Loss of a Partner Jan 2009, Living After Someone You Love Dies April 2009, Losing a Parent as an Adult May 2009, Spirituality and Grief June 2009, Grief and the Holidays November 2009

"I came because I wanted to work through my grief and learn how to cope and heal.  I felt comfortable when the speaker said we could just listen with no expectation that we speak of our own experiences.   I learned a lot."

Coping With Grief

These “drop in” groups are offered every other week in the summer months.  You are welcome to come to one or all of the sessions where we will provide information and support for those who grieve.

For a printable flyer, click here: Coping with Grief Summer 2009

"I so appreciated the flexibility of this group-come to one, some or all.  Perfect for the summer!  The facilitator was kind and insightful and the handouts allowed me to continue to absorb the lessons learned."

Holiday Support Group

This professionally led group focuses on coping with some of the unique challenges that grievers face at holiday times.

For a printable flyer, click here: Holiday Support Group 2008

"I was so bewildered.  How do I keep the holidays for my family while I am feeling so sad?  This group helped me find a way."

Interactive Workshops

These workshops are “hands on” opportunities to explore your grief with others through creative writing, memory book creation and other expressive approaches.

For a printable flyer, click here: Write through Our Grief October 2009

"I loved being able to make a pillow using my Dad’s t-shirt!  I was happy that Mom and my little brother got to make their own.  I’ll keep mine forever."

"It helped me to know others write in diaries or journals about their grief.  They suggested I try writing a letter to my sister.  It was good."

Walking Group

It’s healthy, helps reduce stress and provides an easy way for people to connect with others.  Even if you don’t want to walk, the coffee and conversation is great!

For a printable flyer, click here: Walking Group

"At first, it was hard for me to meet people.  This group made it easy."

Service of Remembrance

Twice each year, The Center holds a Service of Remembrance to honor those who have died in our program.  The service is a mixture of music, readings and remembering our loved ones.  A reception follows; family and friends are welcome.

For a printable flyer, click here: Service of Remembrance October 2008

"It was a great tribute!  I liked remembering her with all the other people who were grieving loved ones.  Even though I didn’t know them, the service helped me not feel so alone."