Bereavement Network Resources of Sacramento

Kombucha 101
2025-02-04 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
February 4th, 5:30-7pm
Light of the Valley, Room 105 of the back buildings.
$20/person
Learning the basics of making fermented tea.
REGISTER HERE

Writing as a Healing Art
2025-01-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Thursday, January 30th
5:30pm-7:30pm
In-Person
FREE
Light of the Valley, Room 105 of the back buildings.
For adult grievers, whether the loss is fresh or longer ago, come to this in-person writing session with Jan Haag, a longtime Sacramento writing workshop leader.

REGISTER HERE

Grief Support Group ~ Overcoming Loss
2025-01-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
We are thrilled to announce that we will be offering our own support group for grievers in 2025!
This Support Group is an 8-week experience in understanding the impact of loss and pathways to healing. This loss group experience will explore the following:

An understanding of the biology of grief.
Explore current state of bereavement.
What are normal grief reactions.
How Loss has impacted your personal life.
Identify personal barriers to mourning and understands one’s journey to growth and healing.
An understanding of the trajectory of the healing experience.
Rituals for healthy healing.

This loss group requires the completion of eight weeks’ experience. It is not designed for those who will attend occasionally. It is a short-term experience that is built on important steps to embrace loss in our everyday living. If you feel that this Overcoming Loss Support Group experience is for you, Please contact us at hello@togetherwehealcommunity.org and put “Support Group” in the subject line to reserve your spot. Space is limited to 10 adult individuals.
Every Wednesday evening starting January 22nd through March 12th, from 6-7:30pm.
Facilitated by Daniel Hernández, M.A. Clinical Thanatologist, LMHC

Quarterly Professional Networking Social Event
2025-01-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Kaiser – Fair Oaks Blvd., 2345 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento, CA, United States
Meet and network with top professionals from the bereavement community, and expand your professional circle. We will meet with colleagues, have exciting presentations on current topics and conclude with light refreshments.
*Kaiser – Fair Oaks Blvd, 2345 Fair Oaks Blvd, Sacramento
Conference Room C, 2nd Floor
Wednesday, January 22 from 9 – 11 am.

Please RSVP no later than January 15, 2025 to griefhelpsacramento@gmail.com

Messy Masterpiece Workshop
2025-01-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Healing Through Art: Writing and Watercolor Painting to Process Grief*
Facilitated by Jan Haag (Writer, Author) and Meghan Thimjon (Artist)
In this transformative workshop, we will explore grief through two powerful creative outlets: writing and watercolor painting. Designed for anyone navigating the complex emotions of loss, this session offers a compassionate space for self-expression and healing.
Join us for a day of creative exploration where writing and painting become tools for understanding, processing, and honoring grief.
Light refreshments & snacks will be provided.
Sunday, January 19th
1-4pm
Together We Heal Community located at Light of the Valley Church, Room 105 of the back buildings.
9270 Bruceville Road, Elk Grove
$25/person
(We had to postpone this original workshop, so if you are already signed up there is no need to re-register.)

REGISTER HERE

Decluttering Through Grief~Finding Peace In Letting Go
2025-01-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtually on Zoom
Saturday, January 18th
10:30am via Zoom
$5.00
(link will be emailed the week before workshop)
During this workshop, Arcelia will discuss simplified steps to begin the decluttering process and share testimonies of others who succeeded in their projects and more.

Register Here

Gender & Grief Seminar
2025-01-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
For most males and females who experience the death of a loved one, the impact and especially the expression of mourning can be so drastically different. Cultural scripts often determine a path that contains expectation on how one expresses feelings, behaviors they engage in, and accepting of support. Males attempt to master and control grief responses because of their perceived cultural expectations.
This seminar will examine how masculinity and femininity influence the ways each group engages with the mourning journey.
Cost: $5.00

Wednesday, January 15th
5:30-7pm
Light of the Valley Church, Room 105 of the back buildings.
9270 Bruceville Blvd. Elk Grove, Ca.

REGISTER HERE

Coffee Connection for Widows
2024-12-14 09:30 - 11:00 | Creekside Church In Elk Grove, 8939 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
This is a welcoming space for the widowed to gather, share and build meaningful relationships with others who share their journey. Together, we find comfort, encouragement and hope.

REGISTER HERE

Yoga Nidra For Grief on Zoom
2024-12-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtually on Zoom
Feeling lost? Overwhelming emotions? Sleepless?
“Yoga Nidra holds gentle answers.”
Yoga Nidra is a non-intrusive way to navigate grief. There is no effort, no movement, no pressure. While lying down you listen to relaxation prompts and shift into a deep state of relaxation and awareness. The session ends with a visualization.
December 13th
6:30-7:30pm
Zoom Link will be emailed after registration.
$5/person

REGISTER HERE

Love Beyond Loss - Annual Holiday Remembrance Service
2024-12-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Celebrate those we have lost during the holidays.
Everyone is welcome. Bring your pictures and stories.
Light of the Valley Lutheran Church
9270 Bruceville Rd, Elk Grove, CA
December 12th , 2024, 7:00pm -8:00pm
RSVP: Kenneth Marino at 916-925-7010
*RSVP not mandatory
Free

Writing as a Healing Art
2024-12-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Wednesday, December 11th
5:30pm-7:30pm
In-Person
FREE
Light of the Valley, Room 105 of the back buildings.

For adult grievers, whether the loss is fresh or longer ago, come to a virtual/online writing session with Jan Haag, a longtime Sacramento writing workshop leader. We’ll use the Amherst Writers & Artists method, an encouraging way of writing what needs to be written without criticism. Jan will offer prompts that you can respond to or ignore and write whatever you like—it doesn’t have to be about grief or loss. At the end of our writing time, she’ll invite people to read aloud what they’ve just put down on the page (by hand or on a laptop or tablet).

Register Here

Candle Lighting Service of Remembrance
2024-12-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Mount Vernon Memorial Park, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA, United States
Mount Vernon Memorial Park is hosting its annual Candle Lighting Service of Remembrance.
Tuesday December 10, at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM,
8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA.

At our service, there will be beautiful music and a message of comfort. You can light a candle of remembrance, join in Christmas Carols, receive a keepsake ornament for your tree and know that you are not alone on your journey. Stay and linger with some hot cider and bring your family or friends.
We also invite you to submit a cherished photo of your loved one to be displayed in our remembrance video. You can mail us the photo with your loved ones name written on the back or email it to carol.rybolt@dignitymemorial.com. Photos need to be submitted by December 6th

Hear to Heal Support Group
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtually on Zoom
These meetings provide a safe and comfortable space for those who have lost a loved one to opioids and fentanyl. We welcome you to join us at this next meeting, or a future one.
If you wish to register for the November meeting, please RSVP at the event below. Email us at info@sacopioidcoalition.org if you have any questions.
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Holiday Remembrance Event
2024-12-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Lighthouse Covenant Church, 3605 Gregory Ave., West Sacramento, CA, 95691, United States
Service followed by a lite reception.
Register via email at sacram76@gmail.com

Holiday Remembrance Service
2024-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | First Baptist Church of Davis, 38141 Russell Blvd., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Includes a lite reception.
Bring a Memento of Your Loved One.
Register via email at sacram76@gmail.com

Grief & The Holidays Seminar
2024-11-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Becoming proactive in coping with grief during the holiday season
As the holiday season fast approaches, so will the commercials on television showing family and friends gathering around the table in a room full of joy and laughter. But unfortunately, for many individuals and families who are grieving the loss of a loved one, the holiday season may not have the same meaning.
Learning to cope and develop strategies to embrace the holiday seasons is important. This seminar will explore ways to soften the impact that the holiday season can present.
November 13th
6-7:30pm
Light of the Valley, Room 105 of the back buildings
$5 per person
REGISTER HERE

Thanks For The Memories - Holiday Event
2024-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95819, United States
You and your family are invited to join us for a special holiday event.
Thursday, November 7th from 6-8pm
Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger Funeral Home (5401 Folsom Blvd. in Sacramento)
Please RSVP to Steven.Baker@dignitymemorial.com or (916) 451-7284

Hear To Heal
2024-11-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtually on Zoom
These meetings provide a safe and comfortable space for those who have lost a loved one to opioids and fentanyl. We welcome you to join us at this next meeting, or a future one.
If you wish to register for the November meeting, please RSVP at the link below:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5ptta9g

Messy Masterpiece Workshop
2024-11-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
In this transformative workshop, we will explore grief through two powerful creative outlets: writing and watercolor painting. Designed for anyone navigating the complex emotions of loss, this session offers a compassionate space for self-expression and healing.
*Snacks & Refreshments provided.
$25/person
REGISTER HERE

Dia de Los Muertos Event
2024-11-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Camellia Memorial Lawn, 10221 Jackson Road, Sacramento, CA, 95827, United States
Join us as we honor those who came before us.
November 2nd from 4-7pm
Camellia Memorial Lawn (10221 Jackson Road in Sacramento)

Writing as a Healing Art
2024-10-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
For adult grievers, whether the loss is fresh or longer ago, come to a FREE writing session with Jan Haag, a longtime Sacramento writing workshop leader. We’ll use the Amherst Writers & Artists method, an encouraging way of writing what needs to be written without criticism.
Wednesday, October 30th
5:30pm-7:30pm
In-Person
FREE
Light of the Valley, Room 105 of the back buildings.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Memory Bracelet Workshop
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
This unique workshop combines stories in our hearts with creative art. Each participant will go home with a beaded bracelet and a special card of memories of their loved one.
$35.00
Beaded Memory Bracelets~ a gentle activity to honor your loved ones.
Facilitated by Jill Batiansila
October 22nd, 6-7pm
Light of the Valley, room 105 of the back buildings
REGISTER HERE

Decluttering Zoom Workshop
2024-10-19 10:30 - 12:00 | CA
During this workshop, Arcelia will discuss simplified steps to begin the decluttering process and share testimonies of others who succeeded in their projects.
Facilitated by Arcelia Cervantes.
Registration is $5/person.
Zoom link will be emailed to you the week before class.
REGISTER HERE

Children and Adolescent Bereavement
2024-10-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
All families are impacted when children and adolescents suffer a loss, therefore it is important that they receive the support needed to grow and develop into healthy adulthood. When they don’t get the tools to cope with this absence, their struggle follows them into adulthood.
This seminar explores grieving patterns and dynamic within these groups to help parents and caregivers provide compassionate and loving support.
$5.00
October 9th
6-7:30pm
Light of the Valley Lutheran Church
Room 105 of the back buildings.
$5/person
REGISTER HERE

Hear To Heal
2024-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtually on Zoom
These meetings provide a safe and comfortable space for those who have lost a loved one to opioids and fentanyl. We welcome you to join us at this next meeting, or a future one.

If you wish to register for the October meeting, please RSVP at the link below:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/we6ac6y

From Grief To Grace - A Wellness Retreat for Grievers
2024-09-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Grace Vineyards, 28001 N Nichols Rd, Galt, 95632, United States
“From Grief to Grace” is an invitation to honor the pain that shapes us while gently stepping into a space where healing can begin. During this day retreat, we will navigate ways to care for ourselves and process our pain with facilitators who are passionate about helping people heal. Let’s allow ourselves to feel, reflect, and release in the safe, sacred environment of this retreat. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, we find space to breathe, to pause, and to let grace begin to enter our stories.
In addition to experiencing the instructional breakout sessions guests will also have lunch and snacks provided, access to community resources, swag bags and for an additional fee massage therapists will be available to provide massages.
Cost: $90/person
Click here for more information and to get tickets

Camp Hope
2024-09-27 08:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | CA
A weekend family camp for kids and teens who have lost a significant person in their lives. Through a fun summer camp experience, completely free for the families involved, Camp Hope provides normalcy, creativity, friendship, fun, and hope!
The camp his held in the Westminster Woods the weekend of Sep. 27-29.

Click here for more information and to register to attend

Monthly Writing Workshop
2024-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
For adult grievers, whether the loss is fresh or longer ago, come to an in-person writing session with Jan Haag, a longtime Sacramento writing workshop leader.
*Snacks provided. Bring a notebook. No experience necessary.
Click here for more information and to register

Simple Practices for Anxiety Relief
2024-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Light of the Valley Lutheran Church, 9270 Bruceville Rd., Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States
Trauma Recovery Practitioner, Karen Penfold, will share important nervous system education about the source of anxiety and teach you simple practices to switch your nervous system from a stress or anxiety response to a relaxation response.
*This workshop is appropriate for adults and mature teenagers.
$10/person
You can find out more about Karen Penfold and her services by visiting her website.
Full of Hope Yoga & Trauma Recovery
916-425-5438
https://fullofhope.newzenler.com/

BNRS Quarterly Networking Event
2024-09-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Harry A Nauman & Son, 4041 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95822, United States
Meet and network with top professionals from the bereavement community, and expand your professional circle.
RSVP requested: 916-452-6157 or Steven.Baker@DignityMemorial.com
