Events

Please see our calendar below for more details.  Some are held online while others are in-person.

Our interactive online calendar allows you to view events by month, week or day. Click on each event title for more information, including description and details about how to RSVP. Hospicare has a list of online grief resources that may be of assistance.

Throughout the year, Hospicare holds many events and programs, including ongoing grief support groups and special one-time or limited-time sessions. Hospicare also holds fundraising activities and outreach and educational events. 

 

Recurring

Online Spousal Loss Support Group

Online

This 5-week group held online on Zoom offers men and women who have experienced the loss of a spouse or partner the opportunity to process their loss in a supportive and confidential setting. Participants must commit to all 5 sessions. Registration is required by October 1st. Contact Laura Ward via phone at 607-272-0212 or this…

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Self Massage and Muscle Tension Relief

Online

This workshop will explore ways to care for and nourish our bodies to support the process of grieving. We will teach self-care methods to help relieve muscle tension and encourage relaxation, and talk about self-massage, as well as ways to use our community resources for massage and wellness. Materials provided. Instructor: Meredith Carpenter. Class size…

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Palliative Care Informational Webinar

Palliative Care Informational Webinar with Hospicare Hosted by Lifelong TCSCC   What is palliative care and how can it benefit you or your loved one? Palliative care is specialized medical care that focuses on relieving symptoms and stress at any stage of a serious illness. The goal of palliative care is to improve quality of…

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ONLINE Winter Solace Community Memorial

A memorial event welcoming all in our community who are grieving, regardless of whether your loved one died on Hospicare’s services.

free

ONLINE: Coping with the Holidays

Online

Holiday time can be especially difficult after the death of a loved one.  Learn about ways to take care of yourself and honor your feelings as we head into the holiday season. Includes a presentation followed by a discussion and support group. Registration is required by December 4th. Contact the Bereavement staff via phone at…

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Recurring

Spousal Loss Support Group: Online

Online

A 5-week group offering men and women who have experienced the loss of a spouse or partner the opportunity to process their loss in a supportive and confidential setting. Participants must commit to all 5 sessions. Held via Zoom. Registration is required by February 25th. Use the form below. For more information contact the Bereavement…

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Chi Gong for Stress Reduction and Well Being: Online

Online

Chi Gong is an ancient Chinese practice -meaning exercise with your vital energy or breathing exercise. This form focuses on relaxation and rejuvenation through slow, graceful movements.  Benefits of practice include stress reduction, strength and balance, and inner harmony. In just moments of practice each day you can shift your mental and physical state. Held…

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Swimming with Icebergs: An Evening with Jaimie Monahan

Swimming with Icebergs Women Swimmin’ for Hospicare presents an evening with Jaimie Monahan, a world record holding ultramarathon and ice swimmer and Cornell alum. Jaimie will tell the story of how she became interested in ice swimming and share stories and pictures from her open water swims on all seven continents. Jaimie will also provide…

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Book Discussion Online: It’s Ok That You’re Not OK by Megan Devine

Online

Co-facilitators: Chantelle Daniel, BFA, MLIS candidate & Laura Ward, LMFT, CT Chantelle Daniel will facilitate an interactive discussion of the book, It’s Ok that You’re Not Ok. In this powerful book, Megan Devine normalizes and validates the pain of grief while challenging a culture that often fails to understand. Her writing serves as a compassionate…

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