Feeling Overwhelmed and Alone?
HCS has multiple Support Groups for caregivers or those moving through grief. Drop in for support and information and connect with others. Emotional support and possible solutions to concerns are shared. New members are always welcome! We ask for an initial registration if it is the first time attending. To register, please contact us at supportgroups@hcsservices.org or call 603-352-2253 and ask for Support Group registration.
For upcoming groups, see our events calendar.
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- Groups meet at the HCS Office at 312 Marlboro Street in Keene
- All support groups are offered at no charge
- Groups are open to the public, but require advance registration. Brief phone screening and wait lists may apply.
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| Group | Group Description | Dates & Times |
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| Six Week Grief Support Series | This is a six-week facilitated series using Alan Wolfelt’s framework “The Six Needs of Mourning.” It is intended as a safe and supportive introduction to exploring loss and finding coping strategies. This series is offered multiple times per year. | Wednesdays 5-6 p.m. Six-week series in 2025 will begin: January 8, March 5 & May 7 Note: This is not a long-term, reoccurring group. Additional support is offered through Drop-in Support |
| Monthly Drop-in Grief Support Group | The drop-in group is an opportunity to tap into community with others who are moving through grief. Facilitator assisted with focus on peer-to-peer support. A minimum of 3 registered attendees is needed to hold the group; if cancellation is indicated, registered attendees will be alerted. | 1st Thursday every month 5-6 p.m. Note: Those in the Six-week Series are welcome to attend the Drop-in group once they have concluded the series. Attending a series is not a pre-requisite for the Drop-in group. |
| Weekly Caregiver Support | This peer-to-peer group is truly for and by those living with the role of being a caregiver. HCS nursing and social work staff serve as facilitators. | Every Wednesday 1-2 p.m. |
| Lending Library | HCS has a range of books available for loan on the topics of Death & Dying, Grief & Loss, and Caregiving. | Contact us to borrow books: 603-352-2253 supportgroups@HCSservices.org |
Upcoming Events and Support Groups
You have questions…we have answers!
If you have questions about anything related to home care, hospice, Meals on Wheels, or are unsure how HCS can help your family, please take advantage of our Walk-in Wednesdays.
You can also call us at 603-352-2253 or reach out through the contact us page to chat with one of our Care Coordination Nurses who can answer your questions and discuss services that would be helpful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Insurance carriers (including Medicare) require that we receive a doctor’s orders prior to providing services for clinical services and Hospice, however referrals are not needed for Meals on Wheels and other community services. You can see specific referral requirements for our programs by clicking here.
Please contact Care Coordination for more information.
To speak with one of our Care Coordination nurses:
call 603-352-2253 or 800-541-4145 or reach out through our contact us page.
You’ll speak in confidence with a member of our staff to discuss your situation and receive completely free, no-obligation information regarding our services and how we can help.
Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services is a local, not-for-profit organization. Many services are funded by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance plans, donations, and grants. No one is denied the care necessary for their health and safety solely on the basis of ability to pay.
Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services is Medicare certified and licensed by the State of New Hampshire as a home care provider.
Determining what your family member, friend, or neighbor needs and how to pay for it can be a difficult undertaking. Our Care Coordination staff can answer your questions and discuss services that would be helpful. For a quick overview, you can also visit our “Make a Referral” page.
To speak with one of our Care Coordination nurses:
call 603-352-2253 or 800-541-4145 or reach out through the contact us page.
Care Coordination is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and weekends and holidays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
You can also stop by our office in Keene for Walk-in Wednesdays, on the first Wednesday of every month, from 2:00-4:00pm. You’ll meet in confidence with a member of our staff to discuss your situation and receive completely free, no-obligation information regarding our services and how we can help.
Home Health Care encompasses a wide range of health care services provided in the patient’s home with the purpose of maintaining a patient’s optimal level of health, well-being, and independence, according to their personal beliefs and choices. Home care is a collaborative effort involving caregivers, physicians, and an interdisciplinary home care team. It is a cost-effective alternative to extended hospitalization, rehabilitation, or a nursing home stay. Patients are usually more comfortable in their own home and studies have shown patients recover quicker at home.
Some or all of HCS programs are offered in 52 towns in southwestern New Hampshire. Visit our Service Area page for more information.