CaringMatters – Adult Grief Support Groups (Gaithersburg, MD)
About This Group
CaringMatters provides tailored bereavement support groups for adults grieving the loss of a loved one. Facilitated by trained volunteers in a safe, confidential environment, these groups help participants process their grief, connect with others who understand their experience, and learn healthy coping strategies. Groups are offered via Zoom for accessibility throughout Montgomery County.
What to Expect
Groups are carefully matched based on the type of loss, ensuring participants share similar grief experiences. Sessions provide a structured yet flexible space for sharing, learning, and healing. Trained volunteer facilitators guide discussions with compassion and skill. Participants are encouraged to share at their own pace and are never pressured. Groups are available for those at least three months past their loss, allowing time for initial acute grief to settle.
About CaringMatters
CaringMatters is a Montgomery County nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families facing serious illness, death, and grief. Their comprehensive services include hospice support, grief counseling, community education, and volunteer programs that serve the diverse communities of Montgomery County.
Meeting Details
Schedule: Multiple online groups offered via Zoom; call for specific meeting times and group assignments
Location: Virtual via Zoom (serving Gaithersburg and Montgomery County area)
Format: Virtual group sessions
Who This Group Is For
Adults ages 21 and older who reside in or work in Montgomery County, Maryland and are grieving the death of a loved one. Participants must be at least three months past their loss. No diagnosis or referral required.
Contact Information
Phone: (301) 990-0854 (Brandon Brewer)
Website: caringmatters.org
Additional Information
Cost: Free
Registration: Registration required; call to be matched with an appropriate group
Confidentiality: All group discussions are kept strictly confidential
This listing is provided for informational purposes. Please contact CaringMatters directly to confirm current group availability.