Mid-life Widowhood Support Group 

WRTC invites those who have lost a significant other to a semi-monthly support group focused on those 60 and under years of age whose loved one has died in the last two years.  Meeting times are the first and third Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in our offices located in Annadale, VA.  It is important to register in advance.  Call 703-641-0100 or Email lisa@wrtc.org, or maureen@wrtc.org.

Faciliator Robin L. McMahon, Ph.D., a local grief therapist and author, says that "While there are many wonderful support groups in the Washington area, WRTC's Widowhood Support Group addresses the unique needs of under 60 spouses who are adjusting to the unexpected and untimely death of their partners.  Widowhood can be such an isolating experience, particularly when most of your friends will not experience this loss for decades and cannot begin to comprehend what you are feeling."

What a group member has to say:

"It's a safe, confidential place to meet with others who have lost their spouse or significant other, who are walking in the same shoes that I am and who will listen, comfort and support each other without judgment."           Linda, Zack's wife
 
Click here for Widowhood Support Group Dates 2009-2010

Quarterly Grief Seminars

WRTC conducts quarterly learning and sharing grief seminars on various bereavement topicss throughout the year.  Yearly topics include Sudden Death and Hope for the Holidays.  These seminars are held in our office and various hospitals throughout our community.  These seminars are open to the public.  There is no cost and parking is free. 

Please check our web site under Events for upcoming seminars.