The Compassionate Friends of Blue Ridge
Monthly grief support gathering for parents and family members navigating the loss of a child. A compassionate church-based circle focused on listening, shared stories, and ongoing bereavement connection.
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Monthly peer-support meeting for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared experiences. Gather in a church setting for ongoing bereavement support and community connection.
Monthly peer-support meeting for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared experiences. Gather in a church setting for ongoing bereavement support and community connection.
Monthly peer-support meeting for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared experiences. Gather in a church setting for ongoing bereavement support and community connection.
Peer-led grief sharing for adults 21+ who have lost an adult loved one, centered on rebuilding strength of mind, body, and spirit. Free monthly meeting in the third-floor conference room with space for community connection and support.
Peer-led grief sharing for adults 21+ who have lost an adult loved one, centered on rebuilding strength of mind, body, and spirit. Free monthly meeting in the third-floor conference room with space for community connection and support.
Peer-led grief sharing for adults 21+ who have lost an adult loved one, centered on rebuilding strength of mind, body, and spirit. Free monthly meeting in the third-floor conference room with space for community connection and support.
Facilitated peer discussion and mutual support for the adoption constellation, including adoptees, birth first parents, and loved ones. A calm, confidential circle focused on shared experiences, listening, and community care in a church setting.
Facilitated peer discussion and mutual support for the adoption constellation, including adoptees, birth first parents, and loved ones. A calm, confidential circle focused on shared experiences, listening, and community care in a church setting.
Facilitated peer discussion and mutual support for the adoption constellation, including adoptees, birth first parents, and loved ones. A calm, confidential circle focused on shared experiences, listening, and community care in a church setting.
Learn practical ways to support a grieving friend with kindness, empathy, and thoughtful communication. A therapist specializing in grief shares tangible guidance for showing up when there are no perfect words.
Learn practical ways to support a grieving friend with kindness, empathy, and thoughtful communication. A therapist specializing in grief shares tangible guidance for showing up when there are no perfect words.
Learn practical ways to support a grieving friend with kindness, empathy, and thoughtful communication. A therapist specializing in grief shares tangible guidance for showing up when there are no perfect words.
A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.
A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.
A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.
Gentle healing hike and grief circle for people navigating partner or spouse loss, centered on mutual empathy and human connection. Meet at the Carrier Park picnic table for a supportive outdoor space to share and process.
Gentle healing hike and grief circle for people navigating partner or spouse loss, centered on mutual empathy and human connection. Meet at the Carrier Park picnic table for a supportive outdoor space to share and process.
Gentle healing hike and grief circle for people navigating partner or spouse loss, centered on mutual empathy and human connection. Meet at the Carrier Park picnic table for a supportive outdoor space to share and process.
Peer-led caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness center setting. Open to all caregivers seeking encouragement, shared coping strategies, and community connection.
Peer-led caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness center setting. Open to all caregivers seeking encouragement, shared coping strategies, and community connection.
Peer-led caregiver support circle centered on lived experience, hope, and healing in a welcoming wellness center setting. Open to all caregivers seeking encouragement, shared coping strategies, and community connection.
Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly for facilitated conversation, shared resources, and practical coping strategies in a community setting.
Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly for facilitated conversation, shared resources, and practical coping strategies in a community setting.
Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Meets twice monthly for facilitated conversation, shared resources, and practical coping strategies in a community setting.
A free monthly support circle for men navigating cancer, offering a safe, supportive space to share personal experiences, connect with others facing similar journeys, and find community.
A free monthly support circle for men navigating cancer, offering a safe, supportive space to share personal experiences, connect with others facing similar journeys, and find community.
A free monthly support circle for men navigating cancer, offering a safe, supportive space to share personal experiences, connect with others facing similar journeys, and find community.
Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.
Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.
Adult caregivers can connect, share experiences, and find peer support around the challenges of caring for loved ones. The gathering takes place in a Madison County public library.
Compassionate peer circle for women navigating cancer, with open sharing about treatment experiences and survivorship led by a four time cancer survivor. Monthly evening meetup designed for connection, emotional support, and community resources.
Compassionate peer circle for women navigating cancer, with open sharing about treatment experiences and survivorship led by a four time cancer survivor. Monthly evening meetup designed for connection, emotional support, and community resources.
Compassionate peer circle for women navigating cancer, with open sharing about treatment experiences and survivorship led by a four time cancer survivor. Monthly evening meetup designed for connection, emotional support, and community resources.
Warm, welcoming postpartum circle for mothers with babies up to 12 months to talk candidly about recovery, mental health, and early parenting in a safe, inclusive setting. Free YMCA drop-in childcare available for a child-free hour of rest and connection.
Warm, welcoming postpartum circle for mothers with babies up to 12 months to talk candidly about recovery, mental health, and early parenting in a safe, inclusive setting. Free YMCA drop-in childcare available for a child-free hour of rest and connection.
Warm, welcoming postpartum circle for mothers with babies up to 12 months to talk candidly about recovery, mental health, and early parenting in a safe, inclusive setting. Free YMCA drop-in childcare available for a child-free hour of rest and connection.
Connect with others affected by Parkinson’s through peer conversation, practical education, and shared information in a welcoming community setting focused on support, social connection, and mutual understanding.
Connect with others affected by Parkinson’s through peer conversation, practical education, and shared information in a welcoming community setting focused on support, social connection, and mutual understanding.
Connect with others affected by Parkinson’s through peer conversation, practical education, and shared information in a welcoming community setting focused on support, social connection, and mutual understanding.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
Communal singing and remembrance on All Souls night, blending reflective songs with a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Neighbors gather to honor loved ones and ancestors in a chapel setting for shared memory and connection.
Peer-led online space for LGBTQ+ folks to share personal journeys, practice self-advocacy, and be heard in a confidential, identity-affirming circle. Conversation-centered support with community connection and mutual encouragement.
Peer-led online space for LGBTQ+ folks to share personal journeys, practice self-advocacy, and be heard in a confidential, identity-affirming circle. Conversation-centered support with community connection and mutual encouragement.
Peer-led online space for LGBTQ+ folks to share personal journeys, practice self-advocacy, and be heard in a confidential, identity-affirming circle. Conversation-centered support with community connection and mutual encouragement.
A free 30-minute evening meditation designed for moms to build a simple at-home practice and create calm amid hectic schedules. Expect a supportive online circle for self-care, shared experiences, and steady balance that carries into family life.
A free 30-minute evening meditation designed for moms to build a simple at-home practice and create calm amid hectic schedules. Expect a supportive online circle for self-care, shared experiences, and steady balance that carries into family life.
A free 30-minute evening meditation designed for moms to build a simple at-home practice and create calm amid hectic schedules. Expect a supportive online circle for self-care, shared experiences, and steady balance that carries into family life.
Peer-led discussion centered on prostate health and prostate cancer, with practical talk on treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Emphasizes up-to-date medical approaches and supportive conversation in a church meeting setting.
Peer-led discussion centered on prostate health and prostate cancer, with practical talk on treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Emphasizes up-to-date medical approaches and supportive conversation in a church meeting setting.
Peer-led discussion centered on prostate health and prostate cancer, with practical talk on treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Emphasizes up-to-date medical approaches and supportive conversation in a church meeting setting.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation with a Council of Solace for healing intention, quiet recharging, and psychic energy restoration. Ceremony and open discussion may include guided metaphysical experiments to build practical spiritual skills in a small group setting.
Confidential men’s council built around honest sharing, deep listening, and presence-based practices. Guided reflection and supportive community help participants build self-awareness, authenticity, and resilience while navigating life’s challenges.
Confidential men’s council built around honest sharing, deep listening, and presence-based practices. Guided reflection and supportive community help participants build self-awareness, authenticity, and resilience while navigating life’s challenges.
Confidential men’s council built around honest sharing, deep listening, and presence-based practices. Guided reflection and supportive community help participants build self-awareness, authenticity, and resilience while navigating life’s challenges.
A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.
A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.
A free, welcoming peer gathering for people living with dementia and the loved ones who support them, with space to share experiences, find connection, and build community. Open to all ages, with older adults especially welcomed.