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Here's a List of 2016 Youth Grief Support Groups

Chesapeake Life Center has announced it's early 2016 programs.

PASADENA, MD -- Chesapeake Life Center is offering a variety of grief support groups for children and youth this spring on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD.

· Pebbles is a monthly play-based support group for children ages 4 and 5 who have experienced the death of a special person that meets from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Jan. 16, March 5, April 2, May 7 and June 4. The cost is $10 per child; maximum $20 per family.

· Stepping Stones is a monthly support group for children ages 6 to 13 grieving the loss of a loved one that meets from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Jan. 16, Feb. 6, March 5, April 2, May 7 and June 4. The cost is $10 per child; maximum $20 per family.

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· Phoenix Rising is a monthly group for teens ages 13 to 18 grieving the loss of a loved one that meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month beginning Jan. 20 through June 15. A meal is provided along with games and other activities. The cost is $10.

Registration is required and can be completed by calling 888-501-7077 for groups meeting in Pasadena or by visiting www.chesapeakelifecenter.org.

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Chesapeake Life Center, a program service of Hospice of the Chesapeake, serves hospice family members and the community with bereavement services and activities aimed at enhancing the quality of life for those grieving the loss of a loved one. For more information on Chesapeake Life Center programs, call 410-987-2129 or visit www.chesapeakelifecenter.org.

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