GRIEF CARE
The loss of a loved one is a challenging and sorrowful time. Tri-Cities Chaplaincy offers free grief support groups to anyone who has experienced a death.
Based in the Tri-Cities, our grief support groups are available free of charge to anybody who is grieving the death of a loved one in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco and the surrounding areas in Franklin and Benton Counties. Grief support groups are facilitated by professional bereavement staff and trained volunteers. Our primary goal is to provide you with a safe space to heal and equip you with the tools, resources and information you need to process your grief and live a productive life.
View our full list of grief support groups below. You can request more information by calling (509) 783-7416 or emailing griefsupport@chaplaincyhealthcare.org.
Day Grief Support Group
Thursday | 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
This is a general grief support group for anyone dealing with grief.
2108 W. Entiat Ave., Kennewick
Evening Grief Support Group
Tuesday | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
This is a general grief support group for anyone dealing with grief.
1480 Fowler St., Richland
Pet Loss Support Group
Fourth Monday of each month | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Group support for individuals experiencing grief and grief-related issues due to the loss of a pet.
1480 Fowler St., Richland
Cork's Place Kids Grief Center
Cork’s Place Kids Grief Center offers grief support groups for children and teens ages 3 to 18 who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Learn more and register for support groups on the Cork’s Place webpage.
Grief Book Club
Second Monday of every month | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Let literature be a guiding light on your journey towards renewal and resilience.
Navigating Grief: Ten Touchstones Support Group
1st and 3rd Monday of each month | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
A closed grief group explores the Ten Touchstones of Grief in a supportive, structured setting.
1480 Fowler St., Richland
Grief Kits
Grief kits are specially designed to support children and teens who are unable to attend in-person Cork’s groups but still need assistance in navigating their grief journey. These kits contain a variety of tools and resources tailored to help children process their feelings of loss at home. Each kit typically includes age-appropriate activities, such as memory-building crafts, journaling exercises, and educational materials on grief. By providing these resources, families can create a supportive environment where children feel encouraged to express their emotions, learn coping strategies, and work through their grief in a meaningful way, even from a distance.
How are Support Groups paid for?
Thanks to grants, fundraising events and individual contributions from our generous community, our bereavement services are offered at no cost across Benton and Franklin Counties.
If you would like to invest in our bereavement program, you can learn more and donate online.
Who can attend support groups?
Our grief support groups are open to anybody who is experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one. You do not need to have been in our hospice program to take advantage of support groups.
Chaplaincy’s grief care program makes a big impact in the lives of those experiencing grief in our community.
Hear stories from individuals who have been impacted by our care.