Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Grief Support Center in Stow, OH
Founded in 1997, The GriefCare Place has provided compassionate grief support to thousands of individuals across Northeast Ohio. Our organization was established by Lou-Ann Redmon, whose vision for a dedicated grief care center emerged from recognizing the critical need for community-based bereavement support. We offer a comprehensive range of free, non-denominational support groups for adults, children, and teens, facilitated by trained volunteers who guide participants through the healing process. Our programs address diverse grief experiences including spousal loss, parental bereavement, and suicide-related grief, with specialized services for children and teens. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we maintain financial transparency and rely entirely on community support to sustain our mission.Our facility fosters a home-like environment where individuals can process their grief naturally while connecting with others who share similar experiences. Over 75 dedicated volunteers contribute thousands of hours annually to maintain our services. We emphasize that grief has no time limits, offering ongoing support as participants navigate their healing journeys. Our community partnerships enable us to provide educational resources to schools, healthcare institutions, and social agencies. Through both in-person meetings and outreach programs, we continue expanding our capacity to serve grieving families across 64 communities.
Services
Until Healing Comes
Finding Our Footing
Bereaved Parents
Widowed Support
Teen Grief Counseling
Holiday Grief Workshops
Children's Support Groups
Volunteer Training
Community Outreach
Resource Library
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized grief support experience
- Free access to professionally facilitated support groups
- Trained volunteer network with 75+ active members
- Comprehensive programs for all age groups and loss types
- Non-denominational approach welcoming diverse faith backgrounds
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)(3)
What people say
Safe place to express emotions
Helped me heal naturally
Found understanding and support
Learned to live again
Compassionate volunteer team
Services
Until Healing Comes
Foundational grief education program for adults experiencing any type of loss. Provides structured sessions covering normal grief processes, emotional coping strategies, and peer support networks. Participants gain understanding through guided discussions while connecting with others in similar situations. Program duration adapts to individual healing timelines without fixed participation limits.
Finding Our Footing
Progressive grief program for individuals beyond their first year of mourning. Focuses on rebuilding life purpose through loss integration techniques. Requires prior participation in foundational programs to ensure readiness for advanced emotional processing. Combines personal reflection with group accountability to foster meaningful forward movement.
Bereaved Parents
Specialized support group for parents grieving child loss. Creates safe space for sharing experiences while addressing unique challenges of parental bereavement. Facilitators guide discussions on navigating complex emotions and maintaining family relationships. Currently serves as one of few regional programs addressing this specific grief type.
Teen Time
Age-appropriate grief program for teenagers aged 13-19. Combines therapeutic activities with peer interaction under professional supervision. Addresses developmental considerations in adolescent grief processing. Provides tools for emotional expression while fostering supportive connections among participants facing similar losses.
Handling the Holidays
Targeted program addressing holiday-specific grief challenges. Teaches practical strategies for navigating special occasions while grieving. Includes coping techniques for managing expectations and creating new traditions. Features refreshment component to normalize social interaction during difficult periods.
People
Lou-Ann Redmon
Founder and Executive Director
Visionary founder who established The GriefCare Place in 1997 after recognizing community needs for grief support. Developed initial program framework based on personal experience with widowhood. Served as guiding force behind organizational growth until her passing.
Kathleen Kazmer
Executive Director
Current executive director with extensive corporate experience in Saint-Gobain NorPro. Certified in grief recovery methods and oversees daily operations while maintaining organizational mission alignment.
Wesley D. Fair
Board President
Clinical psychologist serving as Board President. Brings expertise from Shelter Care Inc. and clinical advisory roles. Guides organizational strategy while ensuring programmatic effectiveness through professional oversight.
Maribeth Lieberth
Clinical Advisor
Professional counselor providing clinical oversight to support programs. Ensures service quality through evidence-based practices while maintaining therapeutic standards across all group sessions.
Susan Dyett
Office Administrator
Manages administrative operations with focus on maintaining welcoming environment for all visitors. Coordinates logistical aspects of programs while supporting volunteer network activities.
Questions
What types of grief support do you offer?
We provide free support groups for adults, teens, and children experiencing various types of loss including spousal bereavement, parental grief, and suicide-related mourning through structured programs.
Are your services available for all age groups?
Yes, we offer age-specific programs including children's camps, teen support groups, and adult grief education sessions tailored to different loss experiences.
How are your programs funded?
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we rely entirely on community donations, memorial gifts, and fundraising events to maintain our free grief support services.
Do you require pre-registration for meetings?
No pre-registration is needed for our support groups. Participants may attend any session without prior arrangement or cost.
Can I remain anonymous in support groups?
Yes, we respect participant privacy and allow anonymous participation while maintaining confidentiality within all our grief support programs.
How long can I attend support groups?
There are no time limits for participation. Grievers may attend sessions for as long as needed to process their loss and achieve emotional stability.
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Reviews (2)
Bob Pontius
Jun 13, 2021
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The Grief Care Place is truly a gem in Northeast Ohio- their services are priceless and the team members are some of the most gracious and kind and wise people I have ever met.... If you need anything I encourage you to call!
Jewels Anderson
Dec 23, 2016
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My father passed away Friday, October 14th. I was devastated, still am, 3 months later. As the shock starts to wear off, and reality sets in, I am realizing what has happened, and it is very hard to accept. My childhood friend recommended grief counseling, saying she attended after her father died. I never even knew it existed. These counselors and support group are amazing. They welcome you with open arms, truly understand where you are coming from, because they have survived the same horrible ordeal themselves. Power in numbers is a true statement. You feel comfortable expressing your feelings
