Bereavement group for those who have experienced loss every other Thursday beginning on 

September 25, 2025.  Sponsored by Koller Funeral Home, Inc. and facilitated by Carmela S. McDowell, M.S.W., L.S.W.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

Location: Koller Funeral Home 

Ridge Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19128

Time: 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM

REGISTRATION REQUIRED call 215.482.5200

                                                             Or email kollerbereavement@gmail.com

NO FEE

March 12, 2026                        Understanding Your Grief - Your personal Journey

March 26, 2026                       Grief on the Hardest Days - Preparing for Special Days

April 9,  2026                           Stages of Grief/Tasks of Mourning

April 23, 2026                          Coping Strategies - Building Your Toolbox

May 7, 2026                             Rebuilding - Finding Your Strengths and Helping Yourself Heal

May 21, 2026                           Continuing the Journey - Leaning into Hope

The above outline is not meant to limit the focus of the support group. It is merely offered as a

starting place. The needs of the participants, both as individuals and a group, will determine

the course of our journey and time together.

Facilitated by Carmela S. McDowell, MSW, LSW

For over 25 years Ms. McDowell has provided bereavement support to hospice families and the

community who have experienced the loss of a loved one.