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UpLifted Care in Bourbonnais is running a series of grief- and caregiver-focused events this March, highlighted by a caregiver support meeting on Wednesday, March 11. The sessions aim to help family carers address hard topics around serious illness so they can be less anxious and more present with their loved ones.
The caregiver support meeting runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 11 at the Uplifted Care Community Grief Center, 3115 N. 1000 W. Road. The featured talk, titled “Embracing LIFE – Normalizing Difficult Conversations to Reduce Fear and Help Celebrate Life,” focuses on practical ways to bring sensitive subjects into conversation early, which organizers say can reduce uncertainty and allow caregivers to focus on quality time rather than logistics.
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To reserve a place, callers should contact the center at 815-939-4141. Registration is required for all groups; events are offered at no charge.
Family night and other March highlights
On Wednesday, March 18, UpLifted Care will host a family grief workshop from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The evening will include pizza, a screening and guided discussion designed for families coping with loss.
These gatherings are intended for people providing support to someone with a serious illness as well as those processing bereavement. Organizers emphasize creating safe spaces where practical planning and emotional support can happen together.
Weekly program schedule
| Day | Group / Activity | Time / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Loss of a Parent/Sibling; Finding Your New Normal; Grief Walk & Talk | 10 a.m. (groups); 12 p.m. for walk at Perry Farm — weather permitting |
| Tuesday | Spousal Loss; Moving Through Grief Yoga; Child Loss; Pregnancy/Infant Loss | 10 a.m. (spousal, yoga on 3rd Wed); Child Loss at 4 p.m. (1st & 3rd Wed); Pregnancy/Infant Loss (2nd & 4th Wed) |
| Thursday | Grief Book Club | Monthly — 4th Thursday |
| Saturday | Monthly Kid’s Hour | 12 p.m. — 3rd Saturday in Jan, Feb, Apr–Aug, Nov |
Who should consider attending: family members caring for someone with a serious illness, people navigating recent loss, and parents looking for child-focused grief support. Sessions mix discussion, peer support and activities such as gentle yoga or walk-and-talk meetings.
- All groups are free, but space is limited — call 815-939-4141 to register.
- Location for the March 11 caregiver meeting: Uplifted Care Community Grief Center, 3115 N. 1000 W. Road, Bourbonnais.
- Family night: Wednesday, March 18, 5–7:30 p.m.; pizza and a discussion are included.
By bringing difficult subjects into a supported setting, UpLifted Care is encouraging caregivers to prepare for the practical aspects of illness while preserving emotional presence. For many families, that combination can reduce stress and create space to celebrate meaningful moments even in hard times.
