Bereavement & Grief Support
Losing a loved one can be hard. When you’re going through a difficult time after experiencing loss, know that you can trust the compassionate team at Bronson. We are here to support you physically, emotionally and mentally.
General Grief Support
If you have a loved one pass away while in a Bronson hospital, our bereavement team is available to help support you. Bronson also provide grief resources on all inpatient hospital units, in the emergency departments and at all outpatient offices. The provided resources offer a variety of information on grief, and can connect you with local organizations that are available to help you on your healing journey.
Some of topics we can help support you with include:
Local Grief Counseling and Support
After you lose someone, it may help to talk about it. There are several local counselors and therapists who can help you heal. See a list here. Other organizations that specialize in grief counseling are:
If you are interested in bereavement support outside of the southwest Michigan community, Hospice Foundation of America offers additional end-of-life care and grief support.
Some online sources where you can find grief support include:
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Support for Children |
Support for Adults who have Lost a Child |
- What's Your Grief: Their mission is to promote grief education, exploration and expression in both practical and creative ways.
- Center for Loss and Life Transition: Led by death educator and grief counselor Dr. Alan Wolfelt, this organization offers resources and understanding for those experiencing grief.
- Grief.com
- GriefShare.com
- Speaking Grief: A documentary aimed at creating a more grief-aware society validating the experience of grievers and heling guide those who wish to support them.
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- The Compassionate Friends:They provides highly personal comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.
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Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline
If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide or is in need of emotional support, the Lifeline Network is available 24/7 across the United States. Call 9-8-8 to talk to someone now. Learn more.
Talk to a Member of Bronson's Bereavement Team
Call our confidential bereavement line at (269) 341-6639 or send an email to bereavement@bronsonhg.org.
