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VNA serves communities throughout western Pennsylvania, including Butler, Armstrong, Mercer and Northwest Westmoreland counties, as well as portions of surrounding counties.
UPDATED DECEMBER 13, 2011
Weathering Grief - 2 locations
Grief support group
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Butler
2nd Monday of the month
VNA Community Bereavement Center
160 Hindman Road, Butler, PA 16001
Kittanning
3rd Tuesday of the month
ACMH Hospital
One Nolte Drive, Kittanning, PA 16201
Held in partnership with ACMH Hospital and ACMH Foundation
Registration is not required; appropriate participants are those whose loss is between one month to two years ago. For more information, call 724-431-3520.
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Parent to Parent
Individualized support for those who have lost a child of any age
Please call 724-431-3520 if you have any questions or need support due to the loss of a child.
Transitions Social
Ongoing opportunities for social outings and networking for widows and widowers
Group social opportunities coordinated by a network of peers throughout the year. Call 724-431-3520; leave name and number if you would like to be contacted by a member of the networking team.
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OASIS (Overdose and Suicide Integrated Support):
Support for those who have lost a loved one to overdose and/or suicide
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 pm
Kittanning
2nd Tuesday of the month
ACMH Hospital
One Nolte Drive, Kittanning, PA 16201
The group, facilitated by a VNA bereavement specialist and a peer support leader, is being held in partnership with the ACMH Hospital and ACMH Foundation. Registration recommended, not required. Call 724-431-3520. If desired, you can request a call from the group leader before attending for the first time.
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Precious Dreams
Individualized support after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death
Call 724-431-3520 for an individual session with a bereavement specialist for support and education. There is no fee.
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Men’s Morning
Support for men who have lost a wife or partner
8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Butler
2nd Tuesday of every month EXCEPT July and August
VNA Community Bereavement Center
160 Hindman Road, Butler, PA 16001
For those whose loss occurred at least six months ago; registration recommended before attending for the first time. Call 724-431-3520 to register and if desired, you can request a call from the group leader before attending.
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Through Their Eyes
Individualized support for the developmentally challenged & their caregivers
Call 724-431-3520 for an individual session with a bereavement specialist for support and education. There is no fee.
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Private Session: A support session with bereavement specialist for assessment and direction
Make an appointment to meet personally with a bereavement specialist for an assessment of your grief reaction and for education on appropriate resources for your situation. We do not provide long-term counseling. Most people who request this private one-on-one session discover their grief response is “normal”. Often times, one session is all that is needed; occasionally a follow up session can be scheduled. For those who may need additional ongoing counseling, referrals will be made to community counseling services. Call 724-431-3520 to schedule an appointment.
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Holiday Grief: Surviving the Season
A community outreach program for those who are facing the holidays after a loss.
The 45 minute program, presented by a VNA Hospice Bereavement Specialist, will be followed with a short remembrance ceremony and light refreshments. There is no fee to attend. To make your reservation, please call the number of the host location listed below.
DATES and LOCATIONS - These sessions generally take place in November and early December, call 724-431-3520 for dates and times.
VNA gratefully acknowledges our partnering hosts:
Bauer Family Funeral Homes
515 North McKean Street
Kittanning, PA 16201
William F. Young, Jr. Funeral Home
137 W. Jefferson Street
Butler, PA 16001
Curran-Shaffer Funeral Home
100 Owens View Ave
Apollo, PA 15613
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Speaking of Grief:
Speakers for your group/organization on grief/loss and a variety of subjects related to end-of-life issues. Call 724-431-3520 for information and to schedule a speaker.
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Grief in the Workplace and Learning Space: Staff training for your organization
This two-hour interactive workshop, for employers, employees, and staffs of schools and institutes of higher learning, is designed to help participants discover the impact of the “hidden costs” of grief and explore ways to companion co-workers and fellow students after loss. Call 724-431-3520 for information and fees.
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Caring and Sharing: Remembering a Co-Worker or Cherished Resident
Offered to health care facility staff after the death of a co-worker or resident, this interactive, healing session is led by a grief specialist as the group reflects upon and commemorates a life that was lived. The session can take place in your workplace and at your convenience. Call 724-431-3520 to schedule.
Consultation
We’ll review your loved one’s needs and discuss your care options.
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