2019 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.
Everett
Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 23 - June 27
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Northgate
Mondays, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., September 9 - October 28
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Redmond
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to Noon, October 15 - November 19
For more information and to register, contact Keith Wilks at 253-274-4627.
Seattle
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to Noon, May 22 - June 26
For more information and to register, contact Cheryl Ellsworth at 206-326-4549.
Silverdale
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to Noon, September 11 - October 30
For more information and to register, contact Keith Wilks at 253-274-4627.
Grief through the holidays
A self-care seminar to provide support and ideas for coping with the holidays during your grieving process.
2019 dates and locations to be announced.
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.
Redmond
Tuesday, May 21, 10 a.m. to Noon
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.
Every 4th Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill South Building
201 16th Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98112
Room A03, Level A, near coffee shop
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.
Spring/summer memorial
Annual event to remember our loved ones.
2019 dates and locations to be announced.
Steps toward healing
Walking supports our physical and emotional well being, especially as we work our way from grief to peace. Join other walkers who are also carrying grief for support and fellowship.
We will begin new walking groups in 2019.
Revised 04/19/2019