Following the death of a loved one, Hospice of Amador & Calaveras offers a 13-month program of support to the bereaved in their process of grieving and emotional healing. This program includes individual counseling, family meetings, support groups, home visits, cards and literature packets, and telephone contacts. Trained volunteers and grief counselors facilitate our services – provided for adults, adolescents and children alike.

Grief Support Groups
All residents of the areas we serve are welcome to attend any of our drop-in bereavement support groups. There is no charge.

Amador County Support Groups
Location: Hospice conference room, 1500 South Highway 49, #105
 

Calaveras County Support Groups
Location: San Andreas Central Library, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas

For more information, please call Kathie Praetorius at 209-223-5500.

Griefbusters
Griefbusters respond to the special needs of young people who may need help in coping with and recovering from traumatic personal losses caused by the death of someone close.

Understanding the loss of someone close and getting beyond the grief is difficult for everyone – however, it is especially difficult for young people. Often families think the child “doesn’t really understand” or has “gotten over” the death, when in reality, neither is true. Many children have difficulty putting their feelings about grief into words. So, instead of words, his or her behavior “speaks” for the child. Poor school work, defiance, short tempers, fights, sudden delinquency, eating disorders, promiscuity, drinking or drug use may all be signs of unresolved grief.

Griefbusters listen and give support; they are not “therapists.” Conversations are private and confidential, and services are provided without charge. Volunteers are also available to meet with students’ families.

For more information, call Ann Metherd at 209-223-5500.