Comfort and connection through shared understanding
Peer-supported, online bereavement groups guided by a Griefline counsellor
Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our bereavement support groups offer a safe and supportive space where you can connect with others who understand the experience of loss.
Guided by a Griefline counsellor, these groups draw on the insights and experiences of participants to foster a sense of belonging and support. Together, we provide encouragement, share stories, and explore ways to navigate life after loss.
This program focuses on the healing power of connection, emphasising that everyone’s grief journey is unique. It is a space for mutual support and shared understanding, rather than a substitute for one-on-one therapeutic or clinical services.
Group support framework and format
Building hope together after loss
A closed group environment for individuals seeking group support after the loss of a loved one. The purpose of this group is to support the health and wellbeing of participants who have lost a loved one by creating a safe space for participants to connect with people, share personal experiences and learn ways to cope and cultivate self-compassion to move through their grief and find hope after loss.
Groups details
Size
Maximum of 6 participants (a minimum of 5 required)
Dates
Each group meets on a weekly basis, over six (6) consecutive weeks. Please submit your details in the form below to register your interest for the next available support group intake.
Day and time
Option 1: Tuesday evening: 6-8PM, online (via Zoom)
Option 2: Wednesday afternoon: 2-4PM, online (via Zoom)
Option 3: Thursday evening: 6-8PM, online (via Zoom)
Cost
Our support groups are free
Topics discussed
- What is grief and the different ways we grieve
- The types of loss experienced
- How grief affects our body and nervous system
- Ways to support health and wellbeing while living with loss
- Techniques to support a better night’s sleep
- Grounding techniques to support those moments of feeling overwhelmed
- Integrating grief into our daily lives
- Rituals and honouring loved ones
Who can attend the Griefline group support program
The Griefline online bereavement support groups are open to people living in Australia who:
- have experienced the death of someone whom they have had a close personal relationship such as a partner, close friend, or family member
- are aged 18 years and older
- have been bereaved for 3 months – 2 years.
Your information and privacy
We aim to provide the most appropriate and culturally safe support for everyone who joins our bereavement support groups. To help us achieve this, we ask for information such as cultural background, LGBTIQA+ status, and First Nations identity. Sharing this information is entirely optional, and your choice to disclose or not disclose will not affect your access to our support services.
Bereavement support groups expression of interest
If you are experiencing crisis, or are worried about yourself or someone else, please contact Lifeline by phoning
13 11 14 or by texting 0477 13 11 14
Kids Helpline is available 24/7 to support young people aged between five and 25, call 1800 551 800
Frequently asked questions
Griefline’s online bereavement support groups are open to residents of Australia aged 18 and over who are grieving the death of a significant person in their lives. These groups are designed for individuals who:
- Are experiencing early bereavement (death within the last two years).
- Are seeking connection, understanding, and support from others with similar experiences.
- Do not have complex mental health conditions or high-risk factors.
A member of the Griefline intake team will receive the registration from the website and make a phone call to explain the support group process and discuss with you the program benefits.
If it is determined that the you may benefit from participating in the program, you will be appointed to the next available group. Alternatively, you may be referred to other free Griefline support services and resources or a more suitable third-party partner.
It is preferred you are able to attend all six of the group sessions, as each session builds on what has been discussed and shared in previous groups.
Yes. Participants will receive an email with links on how to access and download zoom, and access the online support group. If you have any questions after reading the email, please contact our Intake team at [email protected]
Griefline’s bereavement support groups focus specifically on the grief experienced after the death of a loved one. For support with a living loss, we recommend you call our helpline or request a callback service to speak to a specially trained volunteer.
