2020 Bereavement support
Kaiser Permanente's bereavement classes, support groups, counseling, and memorial events can help while you grieve the death of your loved one. All programs are open to Kaiser Permanente members, their families, and the public.
For information about grief support services provided by Kaiser Permanente or other organizations in your area, call the Kaiser Permanente Bereavement Services coordinator near you:
- Seattle area: 206-326-4549
- Snohomish County: 1-888-954-2509
- Southeast King County: 1-888-781-3573
- Pierce and Kitsap counties: 253-274-4627
- All other regions: 1-888-781-3573
There is no fee for bereavement programs. We also provide short term bereavement counseling support and educational mailings about coping with grief and loss.
Grief is a journey of the heart support group
Our support groups are for those who are grieving the death of a loved one. Join others who are facing similar experiences. We offer a safe and supportive environment for sharing and learning about grief and how it might be affecting you. Pre-registration required.
Bellevue
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., January 21 - February 25
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Northgate
Wednesdays, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., January 22 - February 26
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Redmond
Mondays, 10 a.m. to Noon, March 16 - April 20
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Silverdale
Wednesdays, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., January 8 - February 26
For more information and to register, contact Keith Wilks at 253-274-4627.
Tacoma
Mondays, 10 a.m. to Noon, January 6 - February 24
For more information and to register, contact Keith Wilks at 253-274-4627.
Grief and bereavement workshop
A two-hour workshop to help the newly bereaved understand the journey of grief and identify tools and resources to aid the healing process.
Everett
Thursday, February 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Redmond
Monday, February 18, 10 a.m. to Noon
Seattle
Thursday, February 27, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Pre-registration is required. Please contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549 for more information.
Monthly drop-in grief support group
Meet with others who are grieving, and gain tools for coping.
Friday, December 20, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. In 2020, 2nd and 4th Friday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill South Building
201 16th Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98112
Pre-registration and assessment is required. Please contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Port Orchard Medical Center
1400 Pottery Ave., Port Orchard, WA 98366
Pre-registration and assessment is required. Please contact Keith Wilks at 253-274-4627.
Revised 11/27/2019