Upcoming Programs
New Hope Center for Grief Support offers multiple grief support programs to help you in your grief journey. These programs provide a safe space to talk about your grief and the challenges you face with others who have experienced a similar loss. There is no cost to attend these grief support programs, but registration is required.
“From Grief to New Hope” 8-Week Workshop
The “From Grief to New Hope” 8-Week Workshop combines the educational components of a seminar with the safety and support of a peer group. This workshop is available in-person and virtually to adults who are grieving the death of a loved one regardless of how long it has been since the loss occurred. This workshop is a safe place to express your grief and begin the healing process. Each session includes a speaker presentation for all and smaller group discussion time. These small groups are guided by facilitators who have also experienced similar loss and have traveled their own grief journey. This workshop is offered in-person and virtually.
Small groups are closed to new attendees after week 2. Support people are welcome to come to hear the weekly workshop speakers, but unfortunately are unable to participate in small groups. Support people must check in with staff upon arrival to complete registration. Thank you.
SPRING
Date: Mondays, March 10 – April 24, 2025
Time: 6:45-8:30pm
Location: Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168 (offered in-person and virtually)
FALL
Date: Mondays, September 15 – November 3, 2025
Time: 6:45-8:30pm
Location: Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168 (offered in-person and virtually)
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Beginning the Grief Journey Seminar
This partial day Seminar provides an understanding of the basics of the journey of grief and is a great first step for those grieving the loss of a loved one. It covers a variety of topics to help participants understand their grief and gives practical tools to help navigate the challenges they face after loss. This seminar is offered in-person and virtually.
WINTER
Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (offered in-person and virtually)
SUMMER
Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (offered in-person and virtually)
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Kid’s Camp
Part of our Circles of Hope Program. Our annual kid’s grief camp is designed to help children connect with other children to know they are not alone in their grief, achieve opportunities to learn about the reactions and emotions associated with grief, the significance of developing healthy coping skills, and ways to grow through the grief journey by sharing their stories.
Ages: 4-14
Theme: Getting On Par with Grief
Registration Deadline: June 27, 2025
Dates: Thursday, July 24 and Friday, July 25, 2025
Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: Millennium Park, 45769 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168
Please click here to learn more and register for Kid’s Camp.
Finding Your Superpowers Seminar
Part of our Circles of Hope program that provides a family-centered approach to grief support by investing in children, supporting parents, and strengthening the family. Finding Your Superpowers is an interactive family event designed to help families respond to grief and loss through the stories of our favorite superheroes. Ages 4-14 with a breakout group for caregivers.
Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
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“Hope for the Holidays” Seminar
Grief is hard, and special days and holidays seem to make it harder. Our hope is to help you answer the question, “What can I do to navigate the upcoming holiday season or special days?” You can expect to leave this seminar with practical tools and stories from those who have experienced loss and found Hope for the Holidays.
Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
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Memorial Candlelight Ceremony
Holidays and special days can be difficult after a loved one dies, even years later. As we light a candle in memory of our loved ones, let this light represent our grief, our courage, our memories, our love, and our hope for the future. Join us for this special ceremony to honor your loved one.
Date: Monday, December 9, 2024
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168
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2025 MEMORIAL CANDLELIGHT CEREMONY
Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Ward Church, 40000 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168
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If you have experienced the loss of a spouse, financial next steps can often feel overwhelming. We invite you to the Financial Planning Seminar “Peace of Mind: Making Financial Decisions with Care After a Loss” by Ed Harris, from Apogee Wealth Management.
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170.