Rafael Support Groups and Educational Programs

Bereavement Support Groups

Rafael Spiritual Healing Services, a program of the Counseling Center and Jewish Community Chaplaincy of Jewish Family Service, is offering a bereavement group for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group will begin on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 and run through June 20, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. This unique eight-session group will not only support you through the process of grieving, but will also foster connections with self, faith, and community by integrating Jewish traditions and rituals.

The group will be co-facilitated by Rabbi Eliot Baskin, D.Min, Jewish Community Chaplain, and Arleen Gershen, LCSW, a JFS psychotherapist.

The bereavement group is held at Jewish Family Service, 3201 South Tamarac Drive in Denver. Participants are asked to make a commitment to attend all eight sessions. The cost is $100. Arrangements can be made for those unable to pay.

“These bereavement groups not only provide valuable support during the eight sessions, but we find that the participants connect deeply with each other and often remain friends long after the group has ended,” says Rabbi Baskin.

Information and Registration: Arleen Gershen, 720.248.4598.