Bereavement Support Circle - a safe space for grief

## What we explore in the circle

Each session may include gentle discussion and guidance around:

• Understanding grief beyond the early days and months
• The ripple effect of secondary losses and hidden struggles
• How to offer and receive calm, grounded presence
• Holding space safely when strong emotions arise
• Boundaries, language and emotional safety
• Managing vulnerability, triggers and group dynamics
• Rebuilding connection and confidence in life after loss
• Compassionate, validating ways to talk about grief

There is no pressure to share. You are welcome exactly as you are.

## Who this is for

This circle is for:

• Anyone who has experienced bereavement
• Those feeling isolated in their grief
• People wanting gentle connection and understanding
• Those looking for ongoing support in a safe space

You do not need to have attended before.
You are welcome whether your loss is recent or many years ago.

## What to expect

• A warm, confidential and supportive environment
• Small group setting
• Kind, compassionate facilitation
• Tea, connection and understanding
• The freedom to simply be

This is a peer support space, not therapy, but it can feel deeply therapeutic to be among people who understand.

## Event details

When: Monthly, 2nd Saturday of each month, 10 am - Midday
Where: The Net Community Hub, 70 Silverweed Road, Chatham ME5 0QX
Duration: 2 hours
Cost: Free, but if you wish to make a Donation, I will have a box available.
Low-cost refreshments will be available for purchase.
Spaces are limited to keep the circle safe and supportive.

## About your host

Jude has over 30 years of lived experience with grief and supports bereaved individuals through compassionate, heart-led spaces that honour loss while gently supporting life after loss. She is a Grief coach, Energy Healer & Life after loss Mentor.