Bereavement Newsletter July 2025

Posted on June 19, 2025

The month begins with a BANG-a strong reminder of freedom. For many, the July 4th celebration means a picnic and fireworks. Sometimes the real meaning of the holiday is lost. Freedom can mean different things to different people. For some it does have the meaning of being able to live as we do in this country. For others, it may take on a new connotation. At this time in your life, you may view your loved one as having been set free at last from their suffering. The hardships and illness that led to this time in your life are past, and now you must find a way to go on. Freeing yourself from living in the past is sometimes very difficult. Establishing a new norm for your life is essential and often requires energy you may not feel you possess. Others may be needed to help you along the way to healing. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. We are also here to help in any way that we can. We offer various programs that I hope you will consider.

July’s upcoming events include (Make NOTE of the new days and times):

July 9: Lunch Bunch at 12:00 Noon at Mr. Lee’s in Cambridge

July 16: Grief Support Breakfast at 9:00 AM at Patty’s Place in Belle Valley.

July 26: Flamingo Run: Sometimes doing something tangible is a special way to honor your loved one…You can do that with us in a one mile walk or a 5/10k. All funds benefit patient care and bereavement services.

July 30: Coffee with Chris: Men’s coffee/support group meets at 9:00 AM at various places in the community. If interested, contact me for details for the upcoming month’s location.

The Barnesville group will be changing their schedule as well. We will be meeting every other month or so. We will meet in August. STAY TUNED to place and time.

Remember that I am also available for one-on-one time. I hope this season in life has you choosing to focus on the positives. Blessings!

Terri Wootton MSW,LISW, Bereavement Coordinator