Grief Support

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Recognizing that every individual grieves in a unique way, Unity offers a wide variety of grief support services to all in our communities who have experienced a death. To create a community where no one grieves alone, these services are provided at Unity Grief and Education Center in De Pere, WI, throughout Unity’s 13-county service area, virtually, and by phone. Generous donations ensure compassionate support is offered at no charge to individual and families.

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Luminary Walk

Join us on Friday, May 10th for Unity’s 3rd Annual Luminary Walk! Glowing lanterns will guide you on the 1.5-mile stroll through beautiful Heritage Hill State Park as you walk in memory of your loved one and in support of others who are grieving. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Unity Grief and Education Center is staffed by Unity’s experienced Grief Services team which consists of licensed counselors, social workers, a child life specialist, and trained volunteers who are compassionately skilled in offering individual and family grief support, grief groups and grief resources for all ages. 

Unity Grief and Education Center, the first-of-its-kind facility in Northeast Wisconsin, opened in Fall of 2021. Located at 2079 Lawrence Drive in De Pere, just one mile east of Highway 41. It features over 6,000 square feet of dedicated counseling rooms to accommodate adults, children, and families in need of grief support, as well as a large room for education and public outreach. 

Unity’s mission to bring the best end-of-life experience led us on a journey to assess and evaluate the changing needs of those grieving on our communities. Thanks to funding from a generous New York Life grant, combined with pro bono work provided by Karma Group, Unity undertook in depth research with 21 focus groups and 174 people throughout 2018 and 2019.

Research findings showed an increasing need for grief support programming in addition to public perception that no other organization in the region offers the level of comprehensive services and professional grief expertise compared to Unity. To meet the growing and evolving needs of those grieving in our communities, planning began immediately and Unity Grief and Education Center opened its doors in November 2021. The new facility was created so no one in our community must grieve alone.  

Yes!

Supporting adults through grief resources include Unity’s quarterly newsletters to provide grief information throughout the first year after a death

  • Include the four resources currently on our site

Supporting children and teens through grief resources include developmental information, ideas for supporting children when someone is ill or has died, and suggested books.

  • Include the seven resources currently on our site
  • Link to Legacy of Hope video

Refuge in Grief – Information about grief and how to help someone who is grieving.

Speaking Grief – A public media initiative aimed at creating a more grief-aware society by validating the experience of grievers and helping to guide those who wish to support them.

What’s your Grief - A place for grief education, articles, sharing, support and more.

Center for Loss and Life Transition – Organization dedicated to helping people who are grieving and those who care for them.

The National Alliance for Children’s Grief - An organization specifically addressing issues about childhood bereavement with resources for children who are grieving and those who support them.

The Dougy Center for Grieving Children and Families – A nonprofit based in Portland, Oregon that offers support and resources to grieving children, young adults and those who support them.

Coalition to Support Grieving Students - A unique collaboration of professional organizations who have come together with a common conviction: grieving students need the support and care of the school community.

Actively Moving Forward - Geared to supporting, connecting and empowering grieving young adults

Camp Lloyd - A week long camp for grieving children (grades 2 - 9) during the summer and held on the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay campus.

Youth and Funerals – include video and ebook currently on our website

Sesame Street: When Families Grieve – include video on our website

Compassionate Friends – Peer support group for families whose children have died.

Brown County Coalition for Suicide Prevention - A coalition dedicated to promoting awareness, providing education, overcoming stigma, supporting survivors, and preventing suicides in Brown County.

Gathering of Remembrance is a way to remember those who have died through reflection, inspirational music, and candle lighting. Gathering of Remembrance is open to families and friends served by Unity and are held in Spring and Fall. (include video currently on website)

Honor a Life Holiday Gathering (this should be a hyperlink to the Honor a Life page) is held at the National Railroad Museum and is an evening of reflection, music and spirit to honor loved ones and find peace with family and friends during the holiday season. (DON’T include video currently on our webpage… it is too old)

Luminary Walk (this should be a hyperlink to the Luminary Walk page) is held annually the Friday prior to Mother’s Day at Heritage Hill State Park, to gather family and friends for the 1.5 mile luminary walk. This annual fundraiser provides a meaningful way to honor a loved one while financially supporting Unity Grief and Education Center.

Forget Me Not Ornament - Honor your loved-one in a lasting way with a ceramic Forget Me Not Keepsake Ornament. To place an order, complete the online order form or mail/deliver your payment of $10 per ornament along with the?completed form. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery. (include picture currently on website with the option to purchase the ornament)

Filled with Love - Unity’s volunteers will transform cherished fabric or garment into a keepsake teddy bear or pillow that will serve as a lasting tribute to a family member or friend. Filled With Love is a unique program offered exclusively to Unity patients and families. (include picture currently on our website)

Tree of Hope - (link to development and use Development language)

Memorial garden - (bricks/garden elements) (link to development and use Development language)

NAVIGATING GRIEF

Held Tuesday afternoon and evenings at Unity Grief and Education Center, this six-week group for adults covers topics including common reactions to grief, memories, coping and adjusting to new roles, self-care and finding hope.

  • Afternoon (1:30 – 3 PM)
  • Tuesday, March 28 – Tuesday, May 2
  • Tuesday, May 23 – Tuesday, June 27
  • Tuesday, July 25 – Tuesday, August 29
  • Tuesday, September 26 – Tuesday, October 31
  • Evening (6 – 7:30 PM)
  • Tuesday, February 21 – Tuesday, March 28
  • Tuesday, May 2 – Tuesday, June 6
  • Tuesday, July 11 – Tuesday, August 15
  • Tuesday, September 12 – Tuesday, October 17
GRIEF CONNECT

Held on the first and third Thursday evenings (6 – 7:30 PM) of the month, this group provides an opportunity for adults to share their grief journey and find hope through connection. Participation in Navigating Grief is recommended prior to Grief Connect. 

HEALING THRU THE ARTS

Held the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the afternoon (1:30 – 3:30 PM) and evening (6- 8 PM) at Unity Grief and Education Center, this hands-on creative workshop for adults guides participants to process their grief and incorporate memories. Prior art experience not required. 

GENERATIONS

Held the second and fourth Thursday evenings of each month at Unity Grief and Education Center (only the second Thursday in summer), this group provides support to grieving families. Activities and topics are tailored to children and teens ages 4 - 18, while adults share their own grief experience. Complimentary dinner is provided. 

HOPE AND THE HOLIDAYS

Held six consecutive Tuesday afternoons or evenings beginning in November at Unity Grief and Education Center or virtually, this group for adults covers topics including grief during the holiday season, holiday traditions, self-care and finding hope.

To register for a grief group group, call?800-990-9249?during regular business hours to speak with a Grief Counselor. Registration is required for all grief groups.  

Only those who are grieving a death and are registered are allowed to attend group. 

We offer sessions of individual or family support for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. We do not provide mental health or behavioral therapy. If this is a need, we can assist with providing referrals.

Yes, you can use our services. Our services are open to anyone in the community who has experienced a death. 

There are many types of grief. Our mission is to support those who are grieving the death of a person. 

There is no charge for the services offered to individuals and families. Donations are welcomed. 

A Grief Counselor will typically follow up with a phone call within 1 – 2 business days. 

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Unity Grief and Education Center, the first-of-its-kind facility in Northeast Wisconsin located at 2079 Lawrence Drive, Suite B in De Pere, offers grieving individuals of all ages a safe haven to learn about grief, share experiences and find hope.  

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