*This group is currently full, please contact Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org to be added to the waitlist*The death of a loved one to an accidental drug overdose presents unique challenges to those who grieve. Confusion, guilt, and the ever present “why” are common responses to this type of loss on top of the isolation that many experience due to social stigma. This therapeutic group will provide a safe space where members can explore their grief and share their stories with those who ‘get it’. In…

The loss of a child is a loss like no other. Isolation, guilt, fear, and anger are just some of the emotions parents experience. This free support group allows for the feelings to be validated and understood by others experiencing the loss of a child. Parents, grandparents, and siblings are invited to join us.Bereaved Parents USA is open to parents, grandparents, and siblings experiencing the loss of a child in the family.This group meets in the Main House.For more information…

The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. The Brian Dagle Foundation is offering two safe and private support groups for the loss of a spouse or partner with others who understand this loss. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator.This group meets in the Main…

The death of a partner or spouse to suicide presents unique challenges to those who grieve. Confusion, guilt, and the ever present “why” are common responses to this type of loss on top of the isolation that many experience due to social stigma. This peer support group will provide a safe space where members can explore their grief and share their stories with those who ‘get it’.  In addition, we will hold fast to hope – the expectation of good…

NAMI Family Support Group is a support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Groups meet weekly, every other week or monthly, depending on location. Many support groups are virtual and attendance is open to everyone across the country.This group meets in the Main House.For more information and to register, please email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

The First Responder community experiences emergencies, traumatic events and life altering issues through their normal course of duty. These events can impact a First Responder in many different ways as they return to work and to their personal lives. We hope that inclusion in a group of like-minded colleagues will help to set down the weights of these experiences in a safe, non-judgmental, and open forum. It is our mission to provide inspiration for each of us to continue working…

The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. The Brian Dagle Foundation is offering two safe and private support groups for the loss of a spouse or partner with others who understand this loss. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator.This group meets in The Cottage.For…

This virtual group supports anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend. This group meets twice monthly to share and discuss the the challenges of the death of someone close to us such as a parent, grandparent, sibling or friends. The group will often use the writings such as Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt.This group meets *virtually*.For more information and to register, please email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

We are a group of survivors, together to offer support, comfort, and understanding. Our group provides an atmosphere of acceptance for exploring feelings that are often not understood by others. It offers a chance to share helpful resources, and to provide and receive support through the long grief process. The groups are facilitated by a peer trained through the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Survivor of Suicide Loss facilitator training.This group meets in the Main House.For more information and to…

This group will offer a safe and private space for you to learn from others and understand that there are others sharing this similar experience. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator from the Brian Dagle Foundation.GROTON SENIOR CENTER GROUP meets on the 4th Monday morning.For more information and to register, please contact the Senior Center or email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

This group will offer a safe and private space for you to learn from others and understand that there are others sharing this similar experience. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator from the Brian Dagle Foundation.GROTON SENIOR CENTER GROUP meets on the 4th Monday morning.For more information and to register, please contact the Senior Center or email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

*This group is currently full, please contact Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org to be added to the waitlist*The death of a loved one to an accidental drug overdose presents unique challenges to those who grieve. Confusion, guilt, and the ever present “why” are common responses to this type of loss on top of the isolation that many experience due to social stigma. This therapeutic group will provide a safe space where members can explore their grief and share their stories with those who ‘get it’. In…

This group will offer a safe and private space for you to learn from others and understand that there are others sharing this similar experience. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator from the Brian Dagle Foundation.EAST LYME SENIOR CENTER GROUP meets on the 4th Tuesday morning.For more information and to register, please contact the Senior Center or email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

We’re pleased to offer a men-only, monthly grief support group at Brian’s Healing Hearts. We hope that his unique group will give any male the permission to openly talk about the reality of grief and loss they are experiencing.For many reasons, men often will hold back from the honest feelings surrounding the grief and loss of  a loved one. Telling your story, sharing your pain, is part of healing. It is our hope that this group will give men permission…

The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. The Brian Dagle Foundation is offering two safe and private support groups for the loss of a spouse or partner with others who understand this loss. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator.This group meets in the Main…

The “long term” survivors have moved forward in their grief journey but still seek support and understanding from fellow survivors. This is a chapter in their journey where they begin to search for meaning and purpose in their life and at the same time hold space and time for their grief.This group meets in the Main House.For more information and to register, please email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

NAMI Family Support Group is a support group for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. Groups meet weekly, every other week or monthly, depending on location. Many support groups are virtual and attendance is open to everyone across the country.This group meets in the Main House.For more information and to register, please email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

A support group for peers in their thirties who are experiencing mental health challengesPlease park at the Niantic Baptist Church, 443 Main Street.To sign up or learn more, please contact Aleta Gleason, aletagleason@sbcglobal.net, 860-237-7530.

The First Responder community experiences emergencies, traumatic events and life altering issues through their normal course of duty. These events can impact a First Responder in many different ways as they return to work and to their personal lives. We hope that inclusion in a group of like-minded colleagues will help to set down the weights of these experiences in a safe, non-judgmental, and open forum. It is our mission to provide inspiration for each of us to continue working…

The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. The Brian Dagle Foundation is offering two safe and private support groups for the loss of a spouse or partner with others who understand this loss. The groups are peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator.This group meets in The Cottage.For…

This virtual group supports anyone grieving the loss of a family member or friend. This group meets twice monthly to share and discuss the the challenges of the death of someone close to us such as a parent, grandparent, sibling or friends. The group will often use the writings such as Understanding Your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt.This group meets *virtually*.For more information and to register, please email Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or call 860-451-8354.Please check our calendar for details.

We are a group of survivors, together to offer support, comfort, and understanding. Our group provides an atmosphere of acceptance for exploring feelings that are often not understood by others. It offers a chance to share helpful resources, and to provide and receive support through the long grief process. The groups are facilitated by a peer trained through the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Survivor of Suicide Loss facilitator training.This group meets in the Main House.For more information and to…