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The Compassionate Friends

Supporting Family When A Child Dies – Ottawa, Ontario

Monthly Sharing Circles

Is there a charge to attend?

There is never a charge to attend a TCF meeting. Our chapters rely on voluntary donations from members, friends and the community at large.

What happens at a meeting?

Meetings are usually simply introducing ourselves and sharing our thoughts and feelings. At other times, chapters have short programs before the sharing time. The programs may include a brief guest speaker, viewing a video tape, or listening to an audio tape.

Can I bring a friend with me?

Of course, you can bring a friend, but we ask that they, as well as all members, respect each other’s privacy. It is important for us to be able to share freely within our group and be sure confidences will be respected.

My partner says they won’t come with me. Can I come alone?

Yes. We all grieve differently and they may not be ready to take part just yet … or ever. And, likewise, many parents attend meetings without their partners.

My child died from AIDS. Will I still be welcome?

Yes. All families who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause, are welcome.

Religion doesn’t matter to me anymore. Can people at a meeting accept that?

I think you will find TCF members are very tolerant of any views. After the death of a child, many priorities, as well as values, change. TCF has no religious affiliation.

Would it be all right to bring my five year old with me?

While we understand the difficulties of finding child care, we must ask that any children attending with you be old enough to understand the meeting discussions and not be upset by them. Some chapters have sibling groups for children sixteen or older; check with your local chapter about this.

Do I need a reservation before I come to a meeting?

No reservations are needed. Just come whenever you feel up to it.

My child died many years ago, and I postponed my grief work. Now it’s catching up with me. Is it too late to come now?

We all grieve differently. Many parents don’t feel the need of a support group until years after the death of a child. It’s all right to come whenever you are ready, whether it’s soon after your child’s death, months later or years later.

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  • Upcoming TCF Ottawa Online Sharing Circle

    Please join us for our next Zoom Meeting:

    When: Thursday, February 2nd 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) (always the first Thursday of the month)

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  • Upcoming TCF Ottawa In-person Sharing Circle

    Please join us for the next In-person Sharing Circle:

    When: Tuesday, February 21st - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (always the third Tuesday of the month)

    Where: We meet at Tubman’s Funeral Home, 3440 Richmond Road, Nepean.

    Please Note: The entrance is located around the back, down the hill to the right.

    Hope to see you there.

  • The Compassionate Friends of Canada Newsletter

    The latest TCF National Newsletter is available through the following link:

    Click to access tcf-nat-nltr-fall-2022-.pdf

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