In and around our community.


Below is a list of events, activities and seminars that we are involved in or believe you may find of interest.

February 2025 Events

The Perfect Blend: Coffee, Crafting & Conversation

Feb 5, 2025 10:00 AM to Feb 26, 2025 12:00 PM

The Perfect Blend: Coffee, Crafting & Conversation is a unique grief support group for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one (recent loss or years ago). The group meets every Wed. morning from 10 a.m. – noon at our Drew’s Hope Grief Center, 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA.  Participants bring their own craft projects (or use our supplies) and while they craft, they talk about grief or everything but grief. It’s a unique way to connect with fellow grievers in a positive, healing way. For more information, contact the DMTF at 717-532-8922 or drewmichaeltaylor@pa.net.  *RSVPs are requested when attending this group so they know how many chairs to set up and so they can notify participants if the group is cancelled for any reason.

Bereaved Spouse Support Group

Feb 6, 2025 07:00 PM to Feb 6, 2025 07:00 PM

The grief journey is very difficult, but having the support and encouragement of other grievers who “get it” can help.  Please join with others at this group for widows and widowers of any age which meets the 1st Thurs. of every month at the Drew’s Hope Grief Center, 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg from 7-8:30 p.m.  If you have children, you are welcome to reserve a spot in their children’s activity group that will meet downstairs while the adult group meets upstairs.  They require registration for childcare since they need to have volunteers on hand to ensure child safety.

This group is co-facilitated by a bereaved spouse.  RSVPs are requested to drewmichaeltaylor@pa.net or 717-532-8922.

Hearthside Neighbors

Feb 12, 2025 10:00 AM to Feb 12, 2025 12:00 PM
We are happy to announce a NEW grief support program launching at Dugan Funeral Homes! Gather in comfort with us and enjoy fellowship with others at "Hearthside Neighbors," starting Wednesday, February 12th at 10am.
 
At Dugan Funeral Homes, we care about you and your family and we strive daily to uplift you in your hardest times. Knowing the importance of grief support, we wanted to create a relaxing, comforting and welcoming space where you can spend time and grow with others experiencing a loss. "Hearthside Neighbors" can be that safe space to enjoy a craft, a gentle stretch, conversation and special words from bereavement counselor and friend, Andrea Williams.
 
If this sounds like the right fit for you in your grief journey, please RSVP for you and a friend at 717-532-4100 or email us at Dugan@DuganFH.com.

GriefKnits Support Group

Feb 13, 2025 07:00 PM to Feb 13, 2025 08:30 PM

The GriefKnits Support Group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Drew’s Hope Grief Center, 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA.  Knitting has shown positive mental health benefits for grievers. Come and meet others who are grieving the death of a loved one and learn to knit or bring another craft project to work on.  If you’re a griever who already knows how to knit/crochet, bring your current project and gather for conversation and fellowship. If you don’t have arts/crafts materials, they have lots of supplies you can use.  They provide the knitting supplies for new knitters too.  No RSVP required.

Healing Together Support Group

Feb 20, 2025 07:00 PM to Feb 20, 2025 08:30 PM

The Healing Together Support Group meets the 3rd Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Drew’s Hope Grief Center, 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA.  This education/discussion-based group is for any adults who are grieving the death of a loved one.  RSVPs are requested when attending this group so they know how many chairs to set up (email them at drewmichaeltaylor@pa.net) and so they can notify participants if the group needs to be cancelled for any reason.

Drew’s Hope Winter/Spring 2025 In-person program

Feb 25, 2025 06:00 PM to Apr 15, 2025 08:00 PM

Drew’s Hope is a 7 session grief support program for children/teens 18 and under and their families that meets each Fall and Winter/Spring on the campus of Shippensburg University.  Dinner is served from 6-6:30, followed by separate support groups for children, teens and adults from 6:30-8.  More information, and an informational video, can be found under the Drew’s Hope tab on their website.  Pre-registration is required for this program by calling 717-532-8922 or emailing drewmichaeltaylor@pa.net.  A list of adult grief support groups can be found under the Grief Support and Events tabs. *The Spring 2025 program will tentatively begin on Tues., Feb. 25 and meet weekly on Tuesday evenings for 7 sessions (skipping March 11 due to Spring Break at Shippensburg University)

Seven Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m.
Feb. 25 – April 15, 2025

Bereaved Parents Support Group

Feb 27, 2025 07:00 PM to Feb 27, 2025 08:30 PM

The Bereaved Parents Support Group meets the 4th Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. for parents/guardians who are grieving the death of a child of any age -infant through adult.  This group meets at the Drew’s Hope Grief Center, 946 Ashton Dr., Shippensburg, PA.  RSVPs are requested when attending this group so they know how many chairs to set up (email them at drewmichaeltaylor@pa.net) and so they can contact you if the group is cancelled for any reason.