This weekly *virtual* drop-in Bereavement Support Group is offered by video/phone, free of charge. This group is open to family members of Mission Hospice patients, and to all bereaved individuals […]
When someone experiences a loss, their grief can overwhelm them with strong and conflicting emotions. Some may feel drowned in sorrow, while others feel numb and removed from daily life. […]
This weekly *virtual* drop-in Bereavement Support Group is offered by video/phone, free of charge. It's open to family members of Mission Hospice patients, and to all bereaved individuals living in […]
This free monthly expressive arts support group (2nd Thursday of the month, May - October) offers adults and mature teens a creative outlet for expressing grief. No art experience necessary. […]
Our February and March training sessions (Saturdays, February 18-March 11, 9:30am-3pm, and Thursdays, February 23 and March 9, 6:30-8:30pm) will prepare you for being a Direct Care volunteer for our […]
This biweekly *virtual* drop-in Bereavement Support Group focused on spouse/partner loss is offered by video/phone, free of charge. This group is open to family members of Mission Hospice patients, and […]
Un círculo de tambores nos invita a encontrar la plenitud en nuestro camino de duelo a través de una experiencia creativa y musical. El duelo vive en el cuerpo, y […]
Vòng tròn đánh trống mời gọi chúng ta tìm thấy sự trọn vẹn trong hành trình đau buồn của mình thông qua trải nghiệm âm nhạc sáng tạo. Nỗi đau […]
打鼓圈邀请我们通过创造性的音乐体验，在我们的悲伤旅程中找到整体性。 悲伤住在身体里，而打鼓可以释放压力，为悲伤提供一个治疗的出口。 由特别嘉宾Jeni Swerdlow带领，她是Drummm Rhythmic Events的创始人，也是经认证的乡村音乐圈全球培训师、注册艺术治疗师、REMO-Endorsed Drum Circle Facilitator，以及经过培训的HealthRHYTHMS和Rhythm2Recovery Facilitator。 不需要任何经验。 将提供大鼓。 空间是有限的。 这个项目是免费的，但需要提前登记。 这是一个户外活动，所以我们鼓励你穿上可以移动的衣服。参加者应提前10-15分钟到达，因为打鼓将在下午2:30准时开始。 有问题吗？ 请联系Christine Kovach，电话：650-532-2390或ckovach@missionhospice.org。
This free *virtual* biweekly support group (1st and 3rd Thursday evenings) is for adults grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. This group is open to family members […]
Join us for a film screening and discussion in honor of Pride Month! Complimentary light appetizers provided. Dinner and drinks available for purchase -- support our host restaurant by arriving […]
This biweekly *virtual* drop-in Bereavement Support Group is offered by video/phone, free of charge. This group is open to family members of Mission Hospice patients, and to all bereaved individuals […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
What matters most to you? If you were facing serious illness, what kind of care would you want? If you couldn’t speak for yourself, who would? Planning for your future […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
We don’t only experience grief after a loss—we often experience it before. If someone we love is seriously ill, or if we’re concerned about upcoming hardships of any kind, we […]
This free *virtual* grief support book club (quarterly on the 4th Monday of the month) is for those who like to read and discuss how stories relate to their own […]
Caregiving can be physically and emotionally demanding and exhausting. To be able to care for others you must first care for yourself. In the midst of caring for others, take […]
Hospice has been part of the medical system in the US since the mid 1970s, yet there is still so much misinformation and misunderstanding about palliative and hospice care and […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
Guilt and regret are two of the most common feelings in grief. The finality of death allows no more time for apologizing or making amends. There’s no longer room for […]
This monthly *in-person* drop-in Bereavement Support Group is offered free of charge. Please contact facilitator Delaney Woo, LCSW by email for more information.
****CANCELLED**** Unfortunately, due to illness this Thursday’s Music at Mission House benefit event has been cancelled. We hope to reschedule this event for the future and will be sure to […]
Given the mixed emotions and complex dynamics that can accompany medical aid-in-dying, this 8-week support group (Mondays, September 11 - October 30, 6-7:30pm) will provide a safe, confidential space for […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our September and October 2023 training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our September and October 2023 training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
Children react differently to grief, crisis, and trauma depending on their age and development. In addition, as they develop, children will re-experience the death of loved ones in new ways […]
This free *virtual* eight-week support group (Wednesdays, September 27 - November 15, 6-7:30pm) is for adults grieving the loss of a loved one. Explore how creative writing can help you […]
Anger in grief is natural. It’s normal to feel anger and other explosive emotions such as hate, blame, terror, resentment, rage, and jealousy after the death of someone you love […]
Our annual fall gala will be at the Grand Bay Hotel in Redwood City on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Save the date! The gala is our biggest fundraiser of the […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
This hybrid (in-person and virtual) introduction to mindfulness session is tailored to caregivers and bereaved and is offered by Mission Hospice volunteer and mindfulness meditation teacher, Will Holsinger. To attend […]
This workshop is in honor of our ancestor “guides”, and in memory of loved ones more recently lost. No art experience necessary, only a willingness to explore with an intuitive […]
Every month, the Avenidas Rainbow Collective will screen movies that appeal to the LGBTQ community. Enjoy free admission, popcorn, and beverages! Community discussion to follow film screening, led by a […]
Join us for a special Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration! We’ll kick the evening off with complimentary refreshments and a happy hour exhibit of our Community Altar […]
Tut’n Comedy presents “Smiles from Heaven” Comedy Showcase to benefit Mission Hospice William E. Walker Recreation Center 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City Please register online in advance.
Healing Touch is a gentle, complementary energy-based approach to health and healing. Training in this evidence-based practice can be useful for all professional and family caregivers. This two-day Level 3 […]
CAREGIVERS MATTER A Conference for Family Caregivers Join San Mateo County Caregivers Collaborative for a day of self-care, gathering valuable resources, and connecting with a community of family caregivers! Learn […]
This free *virtual* eight-week support group (Wednesday evenings, November 15, 2023 - January 3, 2024) will help grieving adults manage the holiday season. This group is open to family members […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
Hospice has been part of the medical system in the US since the mid 1970s, yet there is still so much misinformation and misunderstanding about hospice and its role in […]
Come together for an uplifting community memorial celebration. We invite you to join us -- come alone or bring a friend or family member. Registration encouraged, but not required. All […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
As a hospice nurse, and an end-of-life doula, Gabby Jimenez uses a lot of ritual and ceremony in her work. Gabby has witnessed the comfort they bring to patients and […]
----- LIMITED SPACE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. WE WILL HAVE A WAITLIST SHOULD THE WORKSHOP FILL UP. ONLY THOSE WHO ARE REGISTERED ARE ABLE TO ATTEND. WAITLIST WILL BE CONTACTED SHOULD […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
----- LIMITED SPACE, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. WE WILL HAVE A WAITLIST SHOULD THE WORKSHOP FILL UP. ONLY THOSE WHO ARE REGISTERED ARE ABLE TO ATTEND. WAITLIST WILL BE CONTACTED SHOULD […]
Tickets are on sale now for our 45th anniversary celebration, where we honor the volunteers, donors, staff, and community partners of Mission Hospice & Home Care. Sunday, February 4, 2-5pm […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our February and March 2024 training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our February and March 2024 training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
We invite you to join us for a Caregiver’s Cafe! As a family caregiver, you are an essential part of your loved one's care team and play a vital role […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
失去是人生裡頭每個人都無法避免的事情。哀傷是失去後的自然反應，但每個人的哀傷都可以不一樣。 我們真正了解什麼是哀傷嗎？我們又應該如何面對和調理哀傷？這個講座將會帶領大家了解哀傷和講解面對哀傷的健康方式。
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
失去是人生裡頭每個人都無法避免的事情。哀傷是失去後的自然反應，但每個人的哀傷都可以不一樣。 我們真正了解什麼是哀傷嗎？我們又應該如何面對和調理哀傷？這個講座將會帶領大家了解哀傷和講解面對哀傷的健康方式。
This short award-winning documentary film follows a woman's decision to take control of the end of her life and the unexpected challenges it creates for her caregiver husband. The touching […]
This virtual monthly mindfulness meditation series is tailored to caregivers and bereaved and is offered by Mission Hospice volunteer and mindfulness meditation teacher, Will Holsinger. Please join us from 6-7pm […]
The Mission Hospice Auxiliary invites you to our benefit poker night on Friday, May 10 from 7-11pm at the Foster City Rec Center! Join us for a fun tournament and […]
Does your estate plan need review, so it continues to meet your needs? Even if you have a personalized estate plan, it’s important to periodically consider the plan that comes […]
The Santa Clara Senior Center will host the 8th Annual “Be Strong, Live Long” Health and Wellness Fair at Fremont Park, adjacent to the Senior Center. This event celebrates Older […]
We invite friends, family, and community members to join the staff and volunteers of Mission Hospice to honor the memory and celebrate the lives of all those we have lost. […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
When someone experiences a loss, their grief can overwhelm them with strong and conflicting emotions. Some may feel drowned in sorrow, while others feel numb and removed from daily life. […]
A drumming circle invites us to find wholeness in our caregiving and grief journey through a creative, musical experience. Grief, stress, and overwhelm lives in the body, and drumming can […]
JOIN US AT SAN MATEO COUNTY PRIDE 2024! San Mateo County's 12th Annual Pride Celebration is a space to champion inclusion and wellness for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies in our […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
This short award-winning documentary film follows a woman's decision to take control of the end of her life and the unexpected challenges it creates for her caregiver husband. The touching […]
This free *in person* six-week support group (Tuesdays, September 3 – October 8, 6-7:30pm) is geared towards those in the first 1-2 years of grief and is offered free of […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our next training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder at 650.532.2323 or […]
Interested in volunteering with our patients? Here’s your chance to find out more and sign up for our next training. Please contact Volunteer Services Director Craig Schroeder at 650.532.2323 or […]
At a Death Café, anyone can participate! We gather in a virtual environment, to openly and tenderly talk about death and dying. The conversation is facilitated and is a completely […]
Restorative support for those who are grieving Join our bereavement team at a special care farm in Portola Valley for an afternoon of connection, compassion, and understanding. Our gathering will […]
In honor of those we have lost, let us gather to discuss how grief, mourning and rituals have evolved, ways to create new beginnings from sad endings, and renewing our […]
Watch "Coco," Disney's Day of The Dead movie. After the movie, decorate sugar skull cookies and make papel picado and tissue marigolds. All ages welcome. All activities are free and […]
Our annual fall gala will be at the Grand Bay Hotel in Redwood City on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Save the date! The gala is our biggest fundraiser of the […]
Join as we break down this year's Day of the Dead altar. A member of Ensamble Folclorico Colibri will teach participants an easy ceremonial dance and we'll be guided in […]
An exploration of what to expect in grief around holiday times, and strategies for coping and finding solace. Register on Eventbrite
Finding the Words: Working Through Profound Loss with Hope and Purpose by Colin Campbell To register, email knitze@missionhospice.org
An exploration of what to expect in grief around holiday times, and strategies for coping and finding solace. Register on Eventbrite.
Este grupo de apoyo quincenal *virtual* gratuito (1er y 3er jueves por la tarde) está dirigido a adultos que sufren la pérdida de un ser querido por suicidio. Este grupo […]
Nhóm hỗ trợ miễn phí *ảo* hai tuần một lần (các buổi tối thứ Năm của tuần thứ nhất và thứ ba) dành cho những người trưởng thành đang đau […]
这个免费的*虚拟*双周支持小组（第一和第三个星期四晚上）是为因失去亲人自杀而悲伤的成年人而设。 这个小组向Mission Hospice病人的家属开放，并向居住在Mission Hospice地理服务区的所有丧亲者开放。 请通过电子邮件联系Christine Kovach, LCSW，了解更多信息并报名参加该小组。
Este grupo quincenal *virtual* de apoyo al duelo se ofrece por vídeo/teléfono, de forma gratuita. Este grupo está abierto a los familiares de los pacientes de Mission Hospice, y a […]
Nhóm hỗ trợ tang chế ghé thăm *ảo* hai tuần một lần này được cung cấp miễn phí qua video/điện thoại. Nhóm này dành cho các thành viên gia đình […]
这个两周一次的*虚拟*上门服务的丧亲支持小组是通过视频/电话免费提供的。 这个小组向Mission Hospice病人的家属开放，并向居住在Mission Hospice地理服务区的所有丧亲者开放。 请通过电子邮件联系Christine Kovach, LCSW了解更多信息。
这个每周一次的*虚拟*上门服务的丧亲支持小组是通过视频/电话提供的，免费。 它開放給安寧療護病人的家屬，以及居住在安寧療護地理服務區的所有喪親者。 请通过电子邮件联系Christine Kovach, LCSW了解更多信息。
Este grupo semanal *virtual* de apoyo al duelo se ofrece por vídeo/teléfono, de forma gratuita. Está abierto a los familiares de los pacientes de Mission Hospice y a todas las […]
Nhóm hỗ trợ tang chế ghé thăm *ảo* hàng tuần này được cung cấp miễn phí qua video/điện thoại. Nó dành cho các thành viên gia đình của bệnh nhân […]
Nhóm hỗ trợ tang chế ghé thăm *ảo* hàng tuần này được cung cấp miễn phí qua video/điện thoại. Nhóm này dành cho các thành viên gia đình của bệnh […]
这个每周一次的*虚拟*上门服务的丧亲支持小组是通过视频/电话提供的，免费。 这个小组向Mission Hospice病人的家属开放，并向居住在Mission Hospice地理服务区的所有丧亲者开放。 请通过电子邮件联系主持人Christine Kovach, LCSW了解更多信息。
Este grupo semanal *virtual* de apoyo al duelo se ofrece por vídeo/teléfono, de forma gratuita. Este grupo está abierto a los familiares de los pacientes de Mission Hospice, y a […]
Este grupo semanal *virtual* de apoyo al duelo se ofrece por vídeo/teléfono, de forma gratuita. Está abierto a los familiares de los pacientes de Mission Hospice y a todas las […]
这个每周一次的*虚拟*上门服务的丧亲支持小组是通过视频/电话提供的，免费。 它開放給安寧療護病人的家屬，以及居住在安寧療護地理服務區的所有喪親者。 请通过电子邮件联系Christine Kovach, LCSW了解更多信息。
Nhóm hỗ trợ tang chế ghé thăm *ảo* hàng tuần này được cung cấp miễn phí qua video/điện thoại. Nó dành cho các thành viên gia đình của bệnh nhân […]
Este grupo semanal *virtual* de apoyo al duelo se ofrece por vídeo/teléfono, de forma gratuita. Está abierto a los familiares de los pacientes de Mission Hospice y a todas las […]
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