Angel's paws offers an array of aftercare including a variety support groups (ranging from the traditional to the creative arts) and a children's bereavement center. But, there are times when individual counseling or coaching might be more beneficial. Our counselors and coaches are uniquely qualified to assist pet owners through the grieving process.
Facing the loss or impending loss of a beloved pet is charged with feelings....sadness, guilt, anxiety, numbness, emptiness, anticipatory grief, and grief to name a few. The trained pet hospice counselors are able to help the human caregiver manage those feelings and move from pain to peace.
Loss of a pet is often a disenfranchised grief. People who don't get it offer solace to grieving pet owners with advice such as "just get another one." Angel's Paws "gets it," and will provide a place where people are encouraged to grieve authentically.
Grief Counseling:
One to one pet loss counseling is also available. This counseling is provided by licensed counselors. Sessions are typically scheduled for 1 hour.
Pet Loss Coaching:
While navigating the rough waters of pet loss, having a guide in the boat who has been there before can be comforting. Pet loss coaching sessions are delivered over the phone. Sessions are typically scheduled for 1hour.
Support Groups:
Traditional children's pet loss support group:
- 1st Tuesday of the month
- 6:00pm-6:45pm
- Free
Traditional adult pet loss support group:
- 1st Tuesday of the month
- 7:00pm-8:30pm
- Free
Mid-Month Social Gathering
- 3rd Tuesday of the month
- 6:00 pm
- Doing life together: dinner, movie, booksigning, etc.
- Call and find out what we are doing that month.
Children's Creative Art Workshop:
- Quarterly (call for dates)
- 6:00pm-7:00pm
- $15.00 fee includes professional facilitation and all materials
Adult Creative Art Workshop:
- Quarterly (call for dates)
- 7:00pm-8:30 pm
- $25.00 fee includes professional facilitation and all materials
Urn Painting Workshop:
The Children's Bereavement Center:
Creates an environment that allows children a new way to process the concept of death. Learning new skills for dealing with death will translate to future losses of their "human" family members and companions.