CFLE Core Groups
Facilitated and overseen by CFLE, open to the community and free of charge
Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10am and the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm
This program offers support to those healing from adult losses in their lives such as a spouse, parent, sibling or friend. The group emphasizes each individual's particular situation and needs by sharing the strengths and knowledge each member brings to the group. In addition, the Center for Life Experience, Inc library provides many resources.
Stepping out into the workplace or society in general can prove overwhelming and difficult. Socialization is essential to anyone grieving, so it is an important aspect of this group. Many of the members hold an informal social gathering before the meetings, often at a restaurant. The times and dates of these events will be posted under Announcements on the Center for Life Experience, Inc homepage and reminder postcards will be sent prior to the meetings.
Stepping out into the workplace or society in general can prove overwhelming and difficult. Socialization is essential to anyone grieving, so it is an important aspect of this group. Many of the members hold an informal social gathering before the meetings, often at a restaurant. The times and dates of these events will be posted under Announcements on the Center for Life Experience, Inc homepage and reminder postcards will be sent prior to the meetings.
Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm
This program offers support for immediate family members healing from the death of a child. Parents, grandparents, and siblings connect with others who understand the journey toward healing after the loss of a child in a safe, confidential and informal environment. The group focuses on identifying each individual's and helps them chart the healing journey according to their own situation and needs.
The program sponsors two public memorial events each year to honor their children.
The program sponsors two public memorial events each year to honor their children.
- The Avenue of Pinwheels at Mount Allen Cemetery on Memorial Day
- The Holiday Memorial Tree in Downtown Hays from November to December
Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 6:30pm
This program offers family and friends of those who have lost a loved one to suicide a place to connect with others dealing with this highly specialized grief recovery process. People who have survived suicide themselves are also invited to participate. Like all the other grief support programs, Survivors of Suicide offers a safe, confidential and informative environment. This diverse group of people bring their different experiences to help each other cope with the stigma of suicide. They support each person as they heal and learn how to move forward with their lives.