This service is available at the Taylor Care Center, Cedar Manor Nursing Home, Bethel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Bethel Methodist Home, Somers Manor Nursing Home, Field Home - Holy Comforter Nursing Home, and Sky View Health Care Center. The Caring Circle is a unique program of bereavement support groups for children, teens, and their parent or guardian. The groups are free of charge, ongoing, and age-specific. They are open to any Westchester or Putnam family who has lost a sibling, parent, grandparent or close friend due to accident, illness, or other sudden or traumatic event. Families may join at any time and leave when they are ready.
Any grieving family can call The Caring Circle to set up a visit with a social worker.
Area professionals including guidance counselors, educators, clergy, doctors, nurses, hospice staff, and mental health professionals can refer grieving families with whom they have contact. This fund is available to provide some supplemental aide hours to families who are financially eligible. Grants may allow a caregiver to have respite, continue to work, and keep a loved one at home for as long as possible. We are pleased to offer the guide, Helping Children Cope with Grief and Loss , for families. It offers valuable information to help you decide what feels comfortable for your family as you address the needs of your children and grandchildren.