Bereavement Support Group

Monday, June 2, 2025
6 p.m.
Bowers Hospice House

Hospice of Southern West Virginia’s Grief Support Group is designed to help those who have lost a loved one, regardless of whether their loved one was in hospice care. The free in-person support group is for anyone 18 years of age and older at the Bowers Hospice House on the Hospice of Southern West Virginia campus in Beckley. Please call the Social Services/Bereavement Department at (304) 255-6404 for more information.


Friends of Charity Revved Up Regardless Concert

Saturday, July 12, 2025
7 p.m.
Woodrow Wilson High School Auditorium, Beckley

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the 2025 Friends of Charity Auto Fair has been canceled. But we’re still bringing you a great night of music at the Woodrow Wilson High School Auditorium in Beckley. Join us for a special concert featuring CAPTURED Louisville, the incredible Journey tribute band.

Tickets are available with a minimum $15 donation — and this concert will be the main fundraiser for Hospice of Southern WV and Brian’s Safehouse this year. Premium center section tickets are available for $50, $40, and $30. All other seating is general admission.


Hospice Sailing Regatta

Friday, August 15, 2025 - Sunday, August 17, 2025
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Battle Run, Summersville Lake

Hospice Sailing Regatta

Join the Sewell Mountain Sailing Association and Hospice of Southern West Virginia for the 13th Annual “Mountain Mama Hospice Regatta” at Summersville Lake. This three-day event is held at the Battle Run Beach Picnic Shelter at Summersville Lake. The annual event at Summersville Lake has raised more than $90,000 since 2011, each year helping Hospice of Southern West Virginia provide compassionate care to thousands of people in their final days of life. 

Dozens of sailors are expected to participate in sailboat races along with silent and live auctions and a carnival for children. Please call Bob Rodak for more details on the regatta at (304) 437-0251.


Bereavement Support Groups

Bereavement Support Groups for adults ages 18 and older are held in various locations throughout the year. These groups are free and are open not only to families who have had loved ones receive care from Hospice of Southern WV, but are also available to anyone in the community who has lost a loved one through death. Sometimes dates and/or locations of these groups are subject to change, and changes may be made in the case of inclement weather. Please call our bereavement department at 304-255-6404 in advance to confirm the date, time and location of the group you are interested in attending.

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A safe, supportive space to mourn and share.

Grief Support

Grief is a normal response after the loss of a loved one. It's important to realize that everyone grieves differently. Some people may get over a loved one's death rather quickly, while it could take years for another. Both responses are normal. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to grieve. Our bereavement specialists understand this and are here to guide you through the grieving process.

Bereavement Services

All bereavement services are free and available to everyone in the community, even if their lost loved one did not receive services from HSWV. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the Bereavement Department at 304-255-6404.

Monthly letters – HSWV has a mailing list available for any bereaved person who is interested in receiving a monthly letter addressing various grief related topics for 13 months following their loss.

Phone calls – HSWV offers telephone support from our Bereavement Staff. Individuals are assessed and may receive monthly, quarterly, or bi-annual telephone calls from a bereavement professional for one year following their loss.

Bereavement Support Groups – throughout the year, six-week support groups are scheduled for adults. These groups are facilitated by a bereavement professional and are designed to offer individuals the opportunity to come together with others who are grieving, for support and to learn strategies for managing their grief more effectively. (See below)

Community Memorial Services – Each fall, HSWV hosts a memorial service in Raleigh, Fayette, Summers and Wyoming Counties. Invitations are sent to families who have lost loved ones who received services from HSWV in the past year. These memorial services are also advertised in the local newspaper and anyone from the general public is welcome to attend.

Coping with the Holidays – This is a three-week, special topic support group for adults addressing specific grief-related issues that arise during the holiday season.

Camp Hope – A bereavement day camp for children ages 7-17 who are coping with the loss of a significant person, where children learn coping skills for grief related experiences and will also have opportunities for lots of fun!

Bereavement Support Groups

Bereavement Support Groups for adults ages 18 and older are held in various locations throughout the year. These groups are free and are open not only to families who have had loved ones receive care from Hospice of Southern West Virginia, but are also available to anyone in the community who has lost a loved one through death. Sometimes dates and/or locations of these groups are subject to change, and changes may be made in the case of inclement weather. Please call our Bereavement Department at 304-255-6404 in advance to confirm the date, time and location of the group you are interested in attending.

CONTINUOUS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP