Grief Surrounds Us, Then Gently Expands
You don’t have to carry this alone.
Join a circle of support, where grief is understood, honoured, and held.
Welcome to Circles of Grief
...a fog, a wave, or a weight pressing against your chest. It doesn’t follow a schedule, and it doesn’t always look the way we expect. Whether your loss is recent or long ago, grief changes us. And yet, it also connects us.
Grief can feel like...
At first, grief surrounds us completely.
But over time, the circle expands, still present, still part of us, but less consuming. Circles of Grief is a monthly grief support group in Clare, that is a safe, welcoming space for anyone mourning the death of a loved one.
There is no right way to grieve. There is only your way, and the comfort of knowing you're not alone.
When & Where to Join Us
You’re warmly invited to join a circle of support. There’s no need to plan the perfect words, just come as you are.
Every Third Tuesday of the Month
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Clare Health Centre, Lower Level
8559 Highway 1, Meteghan Centre, NS
No registration required. Drop in when you need to. Stay as long, or as briefly, as feels right.
Compassionate Volunteer Supporters will be on site to welcome you.
Meet Our Volunteer Supporters
Joan Tufts
Coordinator / Volunteer Supporter
Anita Dugas
Volunteer Supporter
Holly Comeau
Volunteer Supporter
Odette Gaudet
Volunteer Supporter
Vivian Fahey
Volunteer Supporter
Yvette Després
Volunteer Supporter
Our group is supported by compassionate Volunteer Supporters, each trained through Hospice Palliative Care Ontario with a focus on bereavement support. They are here to offer a calm, caring presence for anyone navigating grief, whether you're a child, a teen, or an adult.
Our role is not to fix or counsel, but to simply listen without judgment, offer support without pressure, and be present with you in whatever you’re feeling.
Whether you choose to speak or sit quietly, you’ll be met with kindness, respect, and understanding.
Understanding Grief, One Circle at a Time
Grief looks different at every stage of life...
...and our Volunteer Supporters are trained to offer age-appropriate care and presence. For families or caregivers seeking more focused support for a grieving child, private outreach and one-on-one connection can be arranged. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if this would be helpful for your family.
Contact us if you have any questions.
We are here to support you.
If you have questions about the grief support group, what to expect, or how we might support you or someone you care about, please don’t hesitate to reach out.