Group Support Dates
Groups are currently held four times per month and on various days of the week to help accommodate schedules. Dates are posted here in advance to allow members to plan ahead.
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Thursday, September 5 at 7:30pm EST
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Monday, September 9 at 7:30pm EST
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Thursday, September 19 at 7:30pm EST
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Wednesday, September 25 at 7:30pm EST​​​​​
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Tuesday, October 1 at 7:30pm EST
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Monday, October 7 at 7:30pm EST
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Thursday, October 17 at 7:30pm EST
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Wednesday, October 23 at 7:30pm EST​​​
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Tuesday, November 5 at 7:30pm EST
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Monday, November 11 at 7:30pm EST
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Thursday, November 21 at 7:30pm EST
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Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30pm EST​​​
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Tuesday, December 3 at 7:30pm EST
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Monday, December 9 at 7:30pm EST
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Thursday, December 19 at 7:30pm EST
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Monday, December 30 at 7:30pm EST​​​
Coping Skill Workshops
Dates and details to be announced separately.
Is group support right for me?​
We have an amazing community of pet parents and group leaders who are some of the kindest and most thoughtful people we know. Every online group is led by a master's level pet loss specialist and our groups are typically between 4-13 people depending on the need that week. The group leader creates a space where members can share their current struggles, feelings, wins and losses all within in a safe environment surrounded by people who get it. Members who do not quite feel ready to share, can simply listen during a session as we try to create a safe space no matter where you are in your grief journey. By helping others cope with the grief of losing a beloved pet, members of a support group strengthen and empower themselves and one another. Many of our members have been with us for 6-12 months because of how special our community is.
How much is group support?
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Our group support membership plan is $44/month and allows you to attend as many of the scheduled small group sessions as you would like, plus periodic coping skill webinars, which teach you how to manage difficult situations that can come up in our personal lives when experiencing grief. Membership can be cancelled anytime. Our groups are run by master's level professionals who have direct training or experience in pet loss support. We utilize a monthly subscription model as most pet parents prefer to stay with us for a minimum of a few months, In fact, many of our clients stay on for 6 months or longer, some even for years, to help them get the support they need to fully process and work through the loss of a pet. We've been told, this also helps participating pet parents prioritize 'facing' their grief and feelings and addressing their mental health, which many of us are prone to not doing.
Meet Our Group Support Specialists
Losing a pet is hard and can be isolating. While we all process grief differently, you can find comfort in knowing you're not alone. We're here to walk alongside you through your grief journey.
What pet parents are saying:
"When Wilbur died, I was caught off guard by how grief-stricken I was, and by how little my friends and family understood the depth of my sadness. It was incredible to share my story with people who really "got me"
"Leslie was amazing! Her presence was so comforting, and hearing others share their stories made me realize I wasn't alone"
"Lola's diagnosis really hit us hard. Even though she is still with us, we were already grieving and anxious about the future. We learned this was called "anticipatory grief". The other group members made us feel so welcome"