Grief can be isolating, but connecting with others who have experienced similar loss can offer solace and support. Bereavement groups provide a safe, non-judgmental space where participants can share their experiences, express emotions, and feel understood. They can help to normalise the impacts of grief, reduce isolation, and offer opportunities to strengthen connections within a supportive community.

In partnership with Bellarine Community Health, Compassionate Hearts on the Bellarine runs two monthly groups for bereaved carers who have experienced a loss within the past 12 months. Each group is a welcoming space where people are treated with kindness, dignity, and respect.