Grief and Pet Loss Support | Vet in East Greenwich

Pet Loss Support Group

Setting Standards

We at OSVS know how hard it is to lose a beloved pet and would like to offer our support during this difficult time. As part of our commitment to our clients and the human-animal bond, we offer a Pet Loss Support Group. The group provides a supportive place to share with others who are experiencing a similar loss. Many people wonder if their grief is “normal” and can be surprised at how it impacts them. Grief is a testimony to the importance of the relationship lost and the depth of love shared.

Our Pet Loss Support Group provides:

A safe, compassionate space to talk about and feel your grief among others who understand
Information about the grief process, coping skills and self-care
Discussion of memorial and ritual ideas to honor your pet’s life
Finding an enduring connection with your pet while moving forward

Group is open to clients and the community and there is no fee to attend, although a small donation would be appreciated to help support our financial assistance fund for pets in need

Day: every other Tuesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:45pm. Location: Zoom
If you are interested in attending a group or have any questions, please contact:
Linda Adams 401-886-6787 x106 or Susan Hamin 401-286-8978

Meet Susan

Meet Susan our onsite mental health counselor. Susan has been working with us at both hospitals for 6.5 years. Susan spends her time between Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services connecting with our staff. She offers support to both individuals and teams. Not only does Susan support our staff she also supports our community by hosting our Pet Loss Support Group for clients that are dealing with the loss of a beloved pet.

Meet Susan

Meet Susan our onsite mental health counselor. Susan has been working with us at both hospitals for 6.5 years. Susan spends her time between Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and Bay State Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Services connecting with our staff. She offers support to both individuals and teams. Not only does Susan support our staff she also supports our community by hosting our Pet Loss Support Group for clients that are dealing with the loss of a beloved pet.

Pet Loss and Grief Support Resources

Books:
Saying Good-Bye to the Pet You Love -L. Greene & J. Landis
The Pet Loss Companion -K. Dolan-Del Vecchio & N. Saxton-Lopes
The Loss of a Pet -Wallace Sife
It’s OK That You’re Not OK -Megan Devine
You Can Heal Your Heart – L. Hay & D. Kessler
Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers – Liz Eastwood
On Grief & Grieving – E. Kubler-Ross & D. Kessler
Finding Meaning – D. Kessler

For Children:
The Tenth Good Thing about Barney -Judith Viorst
When a Pet Dies – Fred Rogers
The Invisible Leash – Patrice Karst

Websites:
grief.com
Griefhealingblog.com (section on Pet Loss)
centerforloss.com
aplb.org (Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement)
animalsinourhearts.com
rainbowbridge.com

Animal Portraits:
justinlawrenceart.com

Pet Loss and Grief Support Resources

Books:
Saying Good-Bye to the Pet You Love -L. Greene & J. Landis
The Pet Loss Companion -K. Dolan-Del Vecchio & N. Saxton-Lopes
The Loss of a Pet -Wallace Sife
It’s OK That You’re Not OK -Megan Devine
You Can Heal Your Heart – L. Hay & D. Kessler
Soul Comfort for Cat Lovers – Liz Eastwood
On Grief & Grieving – E. Kubler-Ross & D. Kessler
Finding Meaning – D. Kessler

For Children:
The Tenth Good Thing about Barney -Judith Viorst
When a Pet Dies – Fred Rogers
The Invisible Leash – Patrice Karst

Websites:
grief.com
Griefhealingblog.com (section on Pet Loss)
centerforloss.com
aplb.org (Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement)
animalsinourhearts.com
rainbowbridge.com

Animal Portraits:
justinlawrenceart.com

Pet Loss Support Group

Pet Loss Support Group

Pet Loss and Grief Support Resources

Pet Loss and Grief Support Resources

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy