Affectionately known as the "S**t Club" by members, our bereavement support group provides the opportunity to meet with others who have had a similar experience.
We run
fortnightly online groups for adults, led by one of our volunteers, Janet. The groups take place from
7pm - 8.30pm on Thursdays. Our upcoming groups are:
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Thursday 9th March
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Thursday 23rd March
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Thursday 6th April
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Thursday 20th April
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Thursday 4th May
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Thursday 18th May
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Thursday 1st June
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Thursday 15th June
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Thursday 29th June
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Thursday 13th July
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Thursday 27th July
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Thursday 10th August
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Thursday 24th August
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Thursday 7th September
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Thursday 21st September
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Thursday 5th October
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Thursday 19th October
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Thursday 2nd November
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Thursday 16th November
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Thursday 30th November
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Thursday 14th December
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Thursday 28th December
If you'd like to join us or find out more information, contact Jo by emailing
jo.brunell@yorksbtc.org.uk or call 0113 511 8111.
More about the group
Here are some things our volunteers and group members had to say about "S**t Club":
Janet, our group leader: "This is a safe space where we laugh, cry and ask questions, nothing is off-limits. We are a friendly mixed group and are very open, honest and caring about each other. No one is judged because we've all been on this rollercoaster. We talk openly about things that have happened or things that we can't voice to our family and friends for fear of not being understood. It's not all doom and gloom, we have a good laugh together and you'll be amongst friends who really do understand."
A bereaved husband: "It's a place where you can shed tears of sadness and tears of joy with similar experienced people who become good friends and understand what you're going through. You don't have to explain yourself. The people who attend get an awful lot out of it, which makes it worthwhile."
A bereaved husband: "In an informal relaxed setting I found it easier to share my thoughts and feelings with other similarly affected people. Knowing other people's ways of dealing with these issues makes you realise that you are not as strange as you think."
Your feedback
We are currently reviewing all the support and services we offer so that we can grow and develop. We would be delighted to hear your feedback on what you like and what you need. Please email Jo your thoughts, or to arrange a chat:
jo.brunell@yorksbtc.org.uk
