Empath Grief Care
Grief Support When You Need It Most
Empath Health provides compassionate grief support services
at no cost to individuals and families throughout Florida. Whether you're
navigating the loss of a loved one, coping with a serious diagnosis, or healing
from a traumatic event, our experienced grief counselors are here to support
you with expert care and genuine understanding.
Our services are available to everyone—you do not need to
be a patient with Empath Health to receive support.
These services are made possible through the generosity of
Empath Health's four foundations: Hospice of Marion County Foundation,
Suncoast Hospice Foundation, Tidewell Foundation and Trustbridge Hospice
Foundation.
Please call (888) 308-7150 for more information about individual counseling.
Para hablar con un consejero en español, por favor llame al (888) 308-7150.
Grief Support for Empath Health Families
Families who have experienced the death of a loved one through Empath Health's Hospice services receive 13 months of specialized grief support services, free of charge. Our experienced counselors understand the unique journey of hospice families and provide individualized support.
Hospice-related grief support is provided to the families of Empath Hospice, Hospice of Marion County, Suncoast Hospice, Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, Tidewell Hospice and Trustbridge.
No-cost Grief Services Across Florida
Grief can feel overwhelming, isolating,
and impossible to navigate alone. Empath Grief Care extends compassionate
counseling services to anyone in our community affected by loss—regardless of
connection to our organization.
We proudly provide support for those living in the following counties:
Broward · Charlotte · DeSoto · Hardee
Highlands · Hillsborough · Palm Beach · Pinellas
Polk · Manatee · Marion · Sarasota
Sessions can be held in person, by
phone, or virtually—whatever works best for your needs and comfort level. Services
are provided by skilled counselors who specialize in grief-related issues for
both adults and children.
Support for Every Grief Journey
Empath Grief Care provides counseling and support for:
- Loss
of a loved one
- Traumatic
or unexpected death
- Grief
connected to serious or terminal illness
- Perinatal
and infant loss
- Grieving
children and teens
You do not need to be a patient with Empath
Health to access these services. All are welcome.
For more information or to register for services, call (888) 308-7150
Individual Counseling
Grief can be as individual as the person experiencing it, so a one-size-fits-all approach to providing comfort isn't effective. Meet one-on-one with a licensed counselor at one of our community service centers. In addition, we offer support programs for children who have lost a loved one or to families who have lost a child.
We offer customized grief support groups on-going throughout the year that may not be listed. Please call us for a complete list of available group grief support groups (888) 308-7150
Community Memorial Services
Empath Health hosts memorial services throughout the year to honor and remember those we've lost. Our nondenominational services take place at various locations across our service area, providing opportunities for communal remembrance and healing. Please visit our events calendar for a schedule of upcoming memorial services.
Suicide and Trauma
The death of a loved one due to a suicide or traumatic event can be especially difficult. Empath Health is here for you. We can help you, your family, friends and the community begin to heal with our community counseling and bereavement programs. No one grieves the same or for the same amount of time. Grief can occur and reoccur at any stage of life.
Empath Grief Care offers specialized sessions with licensed counselors throughout our service areas.
Serious Illness Counseling and Support Services
Empath Grief Care provides supportive counseling services for anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one or during times of serious illness. These services are available as early as the time of diagnosis, through the duration of the illness and the grieving process.