B.C. Bereavement Helpline
The B.C. Bereavement helpline is a non-profit, free and confidential service that connects the public to grief support services across the province. Whether you’re looking for bereavement support groups, community events, information on B.C. Bereavement Day, information on how to donate or to volunteer, you’ll find it here. Your call is free, confidential and anonymous.

 

Lower Mainland Grief Recovery Society
The LMGRS is a non-profit registered charitable organization that has been organizing grief support groups in the greater Vancouver area since 1990.

 

Grief in the time of COVID
A workshop presented by grief educator Dr. Catherine Hajnal.
Some already experiencing grief might be feeling extra anxiety at this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to Dr. Hajnal define and discuss secondary and ambiguous losses present with the pandemic and learn some coping skills to help your feelings of loss.

 

Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver Home Hospice Palliative Care Service
When someone important to you dies, life changes forever and you begin to grieve. Many will say that the grieving starts from the first moment you learn that your loved one is seriously ill. They recognize that this is a difficult time — perhaps the most difficult time you have ever had to face. Although the road ahead may feel long and difficult, there is support available, both from within you and the community.

 

In Their Name bereavement support
Here is a comprehensive list of grief and bereavement services across the province, as well as hospice information.

 

Camp Kerry
Supporting children, youth, adults and families impacted by serious illness, grief and loss.
The Camp Kerry program model embraces a holistic approach to bereavement care where emphasis is placed on healing both within and between families. Through their programs/services, they aim to foster a community of belonging that provides grieving families with memorable and positive experiences of connection, healing and hope.

 

Burnaby Hospice Society
Bereavement and hospice services
In order to ensure you receive support that is best suited to your concerns, you will need to complete an online intake form. To receive an online intake form, or for more information, please email counselling@burnabyhospice.org or call 604.-520-5024.

 

Child and Youth Bereavement Services
Langley Hospice Society
Every child and youth is entitled to the opportunity to grieve in a supportive, informed and understanding environment. Open communication about death, dying, grief and loss helps children and teens to heal. Langley Hospice Society provides a safe environment for children and teens to be able to ask questions and to express themselves through recreation and play-based activities.