Bereavement Services
When a loved one dies, family members may experience a wide range of emotions and grief that affects their daily lives. Islands Hospice is committed to helping families through hospice care and beyond. We recognize that loss and grief are often challenging, and we are ready to help.
What services are included?
We offer a variety of resources, including:
- Grief support groups for adults
- Individualized and group support for younger children utilizing Art and Play Therapy Tools as well as for teenagers using more direct communication tools
- Self-guided resources in our grief lending library
- Face-to-face visits with a bereavement counselor
- Memorial activities
- Referral to more specialized grief resources in the community (e.g. substance abuse experts, etc.)
For a free, helpful introduction to dealing with the death of a loved one, click here.
Why consider a grief support group?
A grief support group offers fellowship and understanding from others who have experienced a loss and are facing similar challenges. Support groups provide a safe place to share honestly, care for and support one another, and find strength in addressing our emotions.
Community support groups
O‘ahu
C4 Christ Centered Community Church at Kahala Mall
Located above California Pizza Kitchen, contact Patrick Rooney at 808-221-5839 for more information.
1st and 3rd Monday – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
2nd and 4th Monday – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
1st and 3rd Thursday – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
2nd and 4th Thursday – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Legacy Community Christian Church – 1020 Keolu Dr. (Kailua)
Please contact Brennon Kirstein for more information at 808-476-3781.
1st and 3rd Friday of the month – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Magic Island – 1365 Ala Moana Blvd.
Please contact Elizabeth Lewin at 808-202-4473 for more information.
Mililani Presbyterian Church - 95-410 Kuahelani Ave. (Mililani)
Please contact Tim Greseth at 808-594-8243 for more information.
Maui
Calvary Chapel Central Maui – 31 N. Market St. Wailuku, HI 96793
Please contact Brandon Kelly for more information 808-315-5587.
Every other Wednesday – 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For more information about support groups, please contact Bereavement Coordinator Ashley Ladi, LSW, at aladi@islandshospice.com.