For questions, please contact Gabriele McSween RSW (OCSWSSW), Adult Bereavement Support at adultsupport@kemphospice.org or T 905.387.2448 ext. 2210.
Grief Groups for Adults
Open/Drop-in Groups
Please check back later once we have the groups running.
Closed/Private Groups
Our closed groups run three times a year, in the fall, winter, and spring.
Spring Session is now CLOSED for registration. please check back later.
Please note that registration is mandatory to attend. Note that each groups runs for 8 consecutive weeks.
All programs are offered at no cost and no previous affiliation with the hospice is required.
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Grief Counselling for Adults
All counselling sessions are offered at no cost. They can be held in-person, by phone, or virtually. For questions, please contact Gabriele McSween RSW (OCSWSSW), Adult Bereavement Support at adultsupport@kemphospice.org or T 905.387.2448 ext. 2210.
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Our Services
The Grief and Bereavement Team at Kemp Care Network (KCN) is here to support clients through their grieving journey. Understanding the uniqueness of each of our clients and the notion that everyone grieves differently, we want to meet our clients where they are in their grief, hear their stories, and work alongside them.
The Kemp Care Network offers individual conversation-based counselling and group support for adults 18 years and older.
Our Scope
Our services consist of conversation based counselling and supports for those grieving the death of someone. This service is offered to those who reside in the Hamilton area. This is offered through a trained KCN staff, students, or volunteers.
We use grief based practices such as activities and education to support those we see, with a safe space to express themselves. This aims to support them in understanding and coping with their reactions after the death of their person.
Kemp Care Network does not offer crisis, or emergency based counselling. 1:1 counselling (no family counselling) services are offered to those who are not actively receiving outside counselling, therapy, grief, or non grief related. All 1:1 supports are accessible only to those actively residing in the Hamilton area.
By filling out this form, you will be submitting a request to receive 1:1 support. Unfortunately due to high demands, we can not give a set time frame for when you will be able to be seen. Our team will review your request and will be in contact with you as soon as a spot becomes available for services to begin.
Forms are only to be filled out by recipients inquiring about service for themselves. If you are looking for information on service for someone else please call in to speak to our Bereavement Team directly
1:1 Counselling Requests (For Adults)

Healing Walk
Join us every other Friday at 11am for a relaxing walk as we discuss grief and loss in a supportive social atmosphere.
Please fill in the registration form below, and we'll contact you with more information.
Healing Walk Registration Form
Compassionate Listeners
Compassionate Listeners is a phone-based grief support program that includes up to 4 supportive calls. Individuals seeking support for their grief are matched with a trained volunteer who can offer supportive conversation and a caring presence. While Compassionate Listeners do not provide counselling, they offer validation, empathy and a friendly connection.
To register, fill the form below or contact Gabriele McSween RSW. (OCSWSSW), Adult Bereavement Support on adultsupport@kemphospice.org or T 905.387.2448 ext. 2210.
Compassionate Listeners
Grief Counselling for Children & Youth
The Kemp Care Network offers individual conversation-based counselling support for youth ages 5-17. Group supports are offered for both youth ages 7-17.
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The Grief and Bereavement Team at Kemp Care Network is here to support clients through their grieving journey. Understanding the uniqueness of each of our clients and the notion that everyone grieves differently, we want to meet our clients where they are in their grief, hear their stories, and work alongside them.
Our Scope
Our services consist of conversation based counselling and supports for those grieving the death of someone. This service is offered to those who reside in the Hamilton area. This is offered through a trained KCN staff, students, or volunteers.
We use grief based practices such as activities and education to support those we see, with a safe space to express themselves. This aims to support them in understanding their thoughts and feelings after the death of their person.
Kemp Care Network does not offer crisis, or emergency based counselling. 1:1 counselling (no family counselling) services are offered to those who are not actively receiving outside counselling, therapy, grief, or non grief related. All 1:1 supports are accessible only to those actively residing in the Hamilton area.
All counselling sessions are offered at no cost. They can be held in-person, by phone, or virtually.
For questions, please contact Kathryn Turco BACYC. (OACYC), Child and Youth Counsellor on 905-387-2448 ext. 2205.
By filling out this form, you will be submitting a request to receive 1:1 support. Unfortunately due to high demands, we can not give a set time frame for when you will be able to be seen. Our team will review your request and will be in contact with you as soon as a spot becomes available for services to begin.
1:1 Counselling Requests (For Children and Youth – Ages 5-17)

Grief Groups for Children & Youth
For questions and information please contact: Kat Turco, 905-387-2448 ext 2205
Grief groups registration
Groups are closed for the summer, please check back in fall, or fill in the interest form below to be notified.
All programs are offered at no cost and no previous affiliation with the hospice is required.
Join our mailing list to get notified for future groups, please fill out the interest form below.
Interest Form for Grief Groups (ages 7-15)
This is interest form to be notified for future groups. This is NOT a registration for any ongoing groups.
Family Nights
The Kemp Care Network provides a place for children, youth and their guardians to come together. Through participation in facilitated peer groups, they find understanding, stability and support.
Family Nights provide an opportunity for these families to meet others who have experienced loss, supported through group facilitation from KCN trained staff and volunteers.
Family Nights are closed for the summer, please check back in fall.
For questions, please contact Kathryn Turco BACYC. (OACYC), Child and Youth Counsellor on 905-387-2448 ext. 2205.
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The Burger Box
A customizable grief kit to support children, youth and their families through their grief journey. All boxes are free of charge thanks to generous donations from our community. These boxes are targeted for ages 0-17.
*Pickup for your customized BURGER BOX will be at 277 Stone Church Rd. East on the date specified.
*If box is not picked up within 3 weeks after box completion/pick up email has been sent, it will be recycled and used for another member of the community.
For questions and information please contact: Kat Turco, 905-387-2448 ext 2205
Burger Box Order Form
Family Nights
The Kemp Care Network provides a place for children, youth and their guardians to come together. Through participation in facilitated peer groups, they find understanding, stability and support.
Family Nights provide an opportunity for these families to meet others who have experienced loss, supported through group facilitation from KCN trained staff and volunteers.
Click here to register for upcoming family nights or fill the form below
We have grief groups currently open for children and youth, please click here to to be redirected to that page.
For questions, please contact Kathryn Turco BACYC. (OACYC), Child and Youth Counsellor on 905-387-2448 ext. 2205.
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