Peer Support Groups

Overview

Facilitated peer groups offering connection, understanding, and shared experience for people navigating grief. We have groups for adults and school based groups.

Who It's For

Children, teens, adults, and families who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

What to Expect:

Small, supportive groups of 6-10 participants
Registration required (not a drop-in group)
8 weeks in length
Trained facilitators
Education about grief and loss
Creative, reflective, and discussion-based activities
No pressure to share

Adult Groups

Supportive groups for adults navigating personal loss, parenting through grief, or supporting grieving family members.
Loss specific groups
- Child Loss
- Suicide Loss
- General Bereavement
- Drug Related Loss
- Held online or in-person

Interest Form

School Based Groups

Held on site at schools for 8 weeks.
Common Ground works with school staff identify students who have experienced loss
Activity-based, age-appropriate groups that help children and teens express feelings, understand grief, and feel less alone in age-appropriate ways.
A space where participants can share openly, connect with others, and build coping skills in a supportive environment.

Interest Form for School Personnel

Host An Onsite Group

Held on site at your organization for 8 weeks.
Common Ground works with organization staff identify individuals who have experienced loss
Groups that help individuals express feelings, understand grief, and feel less alone.
A space where participants can share openly, connect with others, and build coping skills in a supportive environment.

Interest Form for Organizations