Grief is a normal reaction when we experience loss. It is a painful journey that touches every part of our lives, affecting us physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, and spiritually.

First Steps Grief Support Group is a bereavement group designed especially for anyone who has experienced a loss within the last 6 months. This 6-session group, meeting over the course of 3 months, offers you support as the first steps are taken in dealing with a loss.

First Steps Grief Support Group
1st + 3rd Tuesdays • 10:00-11:30 a.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital Conference Dining Room

1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport

To register for our upcoming 6-session group, complete the registration below or contact FHN Spiritual Care Coordinator, Sean Huguenin at 815-599-6160. There is a maximum capacity of 12 attendees.

2025 Sessions will begin:
March 4
June 3
September 2
December 2

If you are further along in your journey of loss, please contact us about our Living Through Grief Support Group.




Online registration

(all fields are required)

I would like to participate in the upcoming 6-sessions of the First Steps Grief Suport Group beginning September 3.













We only ask for your email to notify you of any changes for the group. Your information will not be used for any other purpose and will be deleted when the class is over. Thank you!