Losing a loved one is painful and you are not alone.
As part of this in-person group exclusively for seniors, you will have an opportunity to:
SHARE your grief story in a supportive environment
DISCUSS emotional, physical and social aspects of life after loss
LEARN new coping strategies
Six consecutive Wednesdays
Oct 1, 2025 - Nov 5, 2025
10:30am - 12:30pm including a light lunch
Location: Bloor Gladstone Library - 1101 Bloor Street West ∙ Toronto, ON
Please note:
This group is only available to Ontario residents.
This is a closed group and participants are expected to attend all sessions (with reasonable exceptions of course).
Upon receiving your registration, you will have a phone call or zoom with one of the facilitators to confirm your registration.
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This program is funded by Sienna for Seniors Foundation and brought to you by Good Grief! Bereavement Healing Services, a registered charity.
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Meet the Facilitators
Eileen Jadd, MA, RSW, has been working for community service organizations in Toronto, both professionally and as a volunteer for over 30 years. Having obtained her certificate in Bereavement Education from the University of Toronto Social Work Continuing Education Department, Eileen began her role as a group facilitator and Bereavement Educator and has been focusing her skills in assisting the underserved grief-stricken population of the GTA.
Justine Silver, BSc, was thrown into the world of grieving after the unexpected passing of her husband several years ago. With the support of family, friends, professional and group counselling, Justine was able to access tools and techniques to help her move forward. She combines these skills, her Grief Care Professional certificate and professional experience to help others navigate through loss, creating a welcoming group experience. Justine is passionate about group support as a tool for healing.
