Free grief support, counseling, and education to help individuals and families find hope, comfort, and healing after loss.
Supporting you as you move forward after the loss of a loved one.
Grief can feel overwhelming, an ache that reaches into every part of life. At Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, we understand that healing takes time, patience, and care. Our Bereavement Services team provides free counseling, education, and support groups for anyone in our community who has experienced a loss, regardless of whether LifeCare served your loved one. You don’t have to face grief alone. We’re here to help you find comfort, connection, and the strength to move forward
Who Will Help Me After They’re Gone?
You’re Not Alone
Losing someone you love changes your world, but you are not without support. LifeCare’s Bereavement Services team is here to guide you through the months ahead, offering personalized care, understanding, and resources to help you heal.
Our team of counselors, social workers, and trained volunteers walk alongside you with empathy and expertise. Together, we’ll help you navigate the emotional, spiritual, and practical steps of life after loss.
About Our Bereavement Services
Compassionate Support When You Need It Most
Grieving is a deeply personal process—but it’s also one that benefits from shared understanding. Our team offers professional counseling and group sessions for up to 13 months after the loss of a loved one. These services are provided at no cost to patients’ families and are open to anyone in our community.
Our programs help you:
- Understand and process emotions related to loss
- Share memories and experiences in a safe space
- Learn healthy ways to cope and rebuild your routine
- Connect with others who are also healing
Grief Care for Adults
Find Strength Through Shared Experience
Talking with others who understand can make all the difference. LifeCare offers free adult grief support groups and workshops throughout the year, led by trained bereavement professionals.
Programs include:
- Growth and Education for Adults Coping with Grief
- Coping with the Loss of a Spouse or Partner
- Coping with the Death of a Parent or Child
- Hope for the Holidays
Each group provides a supportive environment where you can share openly, learn new coping skills, and find encouragement among others who understand.
Grief Support for Youth
Helping Children and Teens Heal After Loss
Young people often experience grief in ways that are difficult to express. Our youth counselors provide safe spaces for children and teens to understand their emotions, ask questions, and begin to heal.
Services include:
- Individual Counseling: Personalized sessions where children can explore their feelings through conversation, art, and play.
- Group and Family Support: Programs that help families communicate about grief together and build resilience.
- Educational Resources: Tools to help caregivers understand how to support grieving children at home and school.
Our Nonprofit Mission
Extending Compassion Through Community Support
As a nonprofit organization, LifeCare depends on the LifeCare Foundation to ensure every family has access to care and support, regardless of ability to pay. Your tax-deductible gift helps sustain programs like grief counseling, youth support, and community education.
