Catholic Charities Introduces Bereavement Support Group in New Paltz

First Meeting November 5 at St. Joseph’s Church

NEW PALTZ – Catholic Charities is introducing a bereavement support group at St. Joseph’s Church in New Paltz. The group, especially for individuals who have lost a loved one to the disease of addiction, will meet in the Parish Center Library (lower level) at 34 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz from 7 – 8:15 pm. The first session will be held Monday, November 5. Subsequent meetings are scheduled for November 19, December 17, January 7 and 21, and February 4 and 18.  Additional dates will be announced once the group is under way.

Free and open to the community, the meetings will provide a safe environment for those who have lost a loved one to addiction to share and seek support without stigma or judgment. The group will be facilitated by Laura Keller, LMSW.

“Unfortunately, not everyone overcomes their battle with addiction, and we often find that the family members left behind have much to cope with, including grief, guilt, and anger,” said Dr. Dean Scher, CEO, Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster. “But there’s no need for loved ones to go it alone. This bereavement support group, led by a highly experienced facilitator, offers an outlet for those who have experienced a loss to talk, share, and be supported along with others who have shared the same experience.”

Registration is not required to attend the support group, but is requested for planning purposes. To register for these free sessions, or for more information, contact Laura Brovich at 845.344.5565. Drop-ins are welcome. Additional meeting dates and locations will continue to be announced.

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FAST FACTS

WHAT:  Bereavement Support Group
WHO: Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster
WHEN: Monday, November 5 and 19, December 17, January 7 and 21, February 4 and 18
WHERE:  St. Joseph’s Church, 34 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz
Parish Center Library, lower level
RSVP:  845.344.5565