Grief Retreat – Grieving Together

The Grief Retreat is a special day dedicated to those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This event includes a range of activities and experiences catered to support you and help you in gaining a greater understanding of your grief. 

Resources and in-person support will be available from specialist bereavement support volunteers. You will have the opportunity to take part in wellbeing activities which will nurture and help you, remember loved ones, connect with others with shared experience and access support resources.

What to expect:

Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026

Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm (arrival and check-in from 8:30am)

Address: Third Drive, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Springvale, VIC 3171 (a reminder email will be sent closer to the date, outlining details of parking, maps and venue locations)

Cost: $60.00 ( facilitated sessions, resources, emotional support from specialist grief organisations, and catering for morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea included)

After the official welcome, you will be invited to attend the following workshops:

• Meditation
• Is My Grief Normal? 
• Living With Loss
• Creativity
• Mindful Walk
• Taking Care of Yourself
• Sound Bowl Meditation

You will be invited to contribute to the beautiful Remembrance Garden located alongside Cafe Vita.

Emotional support will be available on the day for those who may need extra care. 

Partner organisations

Bookings are essential and numbers are limited. 

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For more information, call 0428 213 776, or email care@smct.org.au

2024 Grief Retreat

Highlights from the 2024 Grief Retreat. Please note: This footage reflects past events and may not represent the activities or experiences planned for the 2025 Grief Retreat.