Grief Support and Bereavement Services
Phoenix, AZ
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Leading Anticipatory Grief Support & Bereavement Services
“Here for you before, during, and after loss — guiding you gently through grief from the first moments of uncertainty, with compassionate care at every step.”
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Supporting You Through Every Phase of Grief
At United Hospice & Palliative Care, we believe grief is not just a reaction after loss — it often begins long before, as families face the difficult journey of illness and uncertainty. That’s why every member of our team — from clinical staff to administrative support — receives specialized training in anticipatory grief and the full grief process.
We understand that bereavement support may be needed early on and is essential throughout the entire hospice experience. Our compassionate, highly trained staff stand with you every step of the way, providing education, counseling, and resources tailored to your unique needs.
Scroll down to learn about our comprehensive services, expert team, and healing resources designed to support you and your family.
Understanding Grief: Beyond the Five Stages
While the “five stages of grief” are widely known, this model was originally designed to describe patient experiences facing terminal illness, not the full grief journey of families and caregivers. At United Hospice, we use a broader, research-supported model that includes:
- Anticipatory Grief: Emotions and challenges experienced during the time leading up to a loss. Early support during this phase, as shown in research from Nordic countries, helps families heal more healthily.
- Acute Grief: The immediate reaction following the death, often marked by intense emotions.
- Post-Grief (Integration): The ongoing process of adjusting to life and finding meaning after loss.
- Complicated Grief: When grief symptoms persist intensely and disrupt daily functioning, requiring specialized care.
Our bereavement program is designed to provide compassionate support through all these phases, helping families transition towards healing and integration.
Our Bereavement Services
- Individual and Family Counseling: Personalized grief counseling available in-person or via telehealth.
- Support Groups: Facilitated peer support in community settings to foster connection and healing.
- Educational Workshops: Resources and trainings on grief, coping strategies, and anticipatory grief for families and community partners.
- Comprehensive 13-Month Bereavement Outreach: Scheduled phone calls and mailings with useful information designed to support the bereaved throughout the post-grief process and help guide them toward integrated grief.
- Trusted Referral Network: Partnerships with specialized private counseling practices for extended support beyond our program.
- Resource Guides and Checklists: Practical tools to help families navigate important steps after loss.
Why Choose United Hospice & Palliative Care
- Accredited by CHAP and CMS with top ratings and patient reviews
- Compassionate, highly trained staff dedicated to holistic grief and bereavement care
- Leadership rooted in real-world expertise — our administrator’s clinical education in psychotherapy, extensive experience with diverse cultural and spiritual beliefs, and frontline work overseas directly inform our team’s compassionate approach
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. United Hospice & Palliative Care offers expert, compassionate support every step of the way. Contact us to learn more about our grief and bereavement services and how we can assist you and your loved ones during this challenging time.
What is anticipatory grief, and why is it important?
Anticipatory grief is the emotional response to the expectation of loss before it occurs. Recognizing and addressing anticipatory grief helps families prepare emotionally, leading to healthier grieving and healing after the loss. That is why it is important that all of our staff understands the process, because we're assisting from the first day your loved one comes onto service, helping our patient and their loved ones.
How long does grief counseling usually last?
Grief counseling is tailored to individual needs; some people find support helpful for a few months, while others benefit from longer engagement. We offer flexible options to accommodate your unique journey.
What if I’m not ready to talk about my grief?
Everyone grieves differently, and there is no right or wrong way. Even if you’re not ready for counseling, joining support groups or accessing educational resources can provide comfort and connection when you need it.
What grief model does United Hospice use in its bereavement program?
We use a comprehensive grief model that goes beyond the traditional five stages. Our program emphasizes anticipatory grief—the experience of grieving before loss occurs—followed by acute grief, post-grief integration, and recognition of complicated grief when further support is needed. This approach is grounded in research and guides our services to support families at every phase.
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