For those who have suffered a loss, counseling is available to our community through Hospice Care of the Lowcountry’s Social Services Department. It makes no difference regarding whether the person who died was a Hospice Care of the Lowcountry patient, where the person lived, or the relationship of the survivor. It also doesn’t matter how long ago the loss occurred.
We stay in touch with our patients’ families for 13 months following the death of their loved one. Because that year will include many “firsts,” on-going support is vital to help survivors on their path to healing. Volunteers send scheduled mailings, information packets and special “care notes” to lend support and let families know that we are available if they need us.
Bereavement Support Groups
Support groups are open to the public at no charge. Private one-on-one sessions are also available. To sign up for a group or for additional information regarding any groups, please contact our Director of Social Services at (843) 706-2296.
New Beginnings
Open-ended bereavement support led by Charlie Tyler, M. Div. For anyone who has lost a loved one through death.
Thursdays (weekly) in Hilton Head, SC
2:00 – 3:30 pm
New Hope
Open-ended bereavement support by with Charlie Tyler, M. Div. For anyone who has lost a loved one through death.
Tuesdays (weekly) in Bluffton, SC
3:00 – 4:30 pm
SOS Group: Survivors of Suicide
This group is not active at this time. We have plans to start again in early 2024.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support
HCL’s The Harper Project helps families who have suffered infant or pregnancy loss by easing the financial burden of memorial costs, as well as providing support through local groups and peer connections.
Second Wednesday of every month, 6:30 pm
Teen Grief & Loss Support Group
A group for teens ages 13-18 who have experienced loss. Please call (843) 706-2296 to sign up for this group.
Thursdays (weekly) beginning February 1st and will run for 8 weeks.
6:00 pm
Spiritual Counseling
Compassionate care at the end of life includes support for the spiritual concerns of our patients and families. Our chaplains are important members of the Hospice Care of the Lowcountry team, providing spiritual counsel and guidance to anyone who requests it.
Spiritual counseling is intended to supplement — not replace — the support and guidance of one’s own ministers, rabbis, priests or other spiritual leaders or guides. We do not represent any one religion or denomination, nor do we ask that our patients specify any. We consider that all people are spiritual, whether they are religious or not.
Our services are available for those who seek to address spiritual issues with someone who has experience in this area.