Program & Event Types
Ted E. Bear Hollow serves a number of people through our different programs, services and events. At right, there is a listing of our upcoming events. Below is a summary of the types of services we offer.
List of Family Programs
Click to view a summary of all family programs offered.
For Families
Ted E. Bear Hollow provides free grief support to families with children and teens ages 3 - 18. You can find information on how families grieve, helpful insight for parents and caregivers, a listing of family programs, as well as family resources.
Learn more about support for grieving Families.
For Kids
This website contains information specific to children. Whether you are a kid looking for information to help yourself, or a caregiver searching for information on how to support grieving children, Ted E. Bear Hollow can be a great resource for you.
Learn more about support for grieving Kids.
For Teens
Ted E. Bear Hollow is not only for kids. In fact, we have a lot of teens who participate in our program. The website contains information for teens, as well as a forum for them to share poems, short stories and songs.
Learn more about support for grieving Teens.
For Young Adults
We recognize a gap in grief support services for young adults in our community. In response, we are now offering free grief support groups for young adults age 18-30. The website has information and a forum for sharing thoughts and experiences.
Learn more about support for Young Adults.
For Professionals
We offer training and resources of professionals who are dealing with a grieving child or family. Counselors, mental health professionals, clergy, teachers or community leaders can use Ted E. Bear Hollow as a resource for children and families dealing with loss. We also provide information on referring families to us, as well as other local service providers.
Learn more about our information for Professionals.
Events & Programs
This month
Tuesday September 7, 2010, 5:50 PM
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
Free bi-weekly evening support groups for families with children ages 3-18. Meets every other Tuesday for 8 sessions.
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Wednesday September 8, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
Drama / Video Production
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Saturday September 11, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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Monday September 20, 2010,
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
A support group just for adults who have already participated in our bi-weekly evening support groups.
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Friday September 24, 2010, 8:15 AM
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
A comprehensive 20-hour training session to equip adults with the knowledge and skills to co-facilitate grief support groups.
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October, 2010
Sunday October 3, 2010, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Holiday Inn Central
Area chefs compete to create the ultimate gourmet meatloaf! All proceeds benefit Ted E. Bear Hollow, A Center for Grieving Children and Teens.
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Saturday October 9, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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Wednesday October 13, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
"Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead)
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Thursday October 14, 2010, 6:30 p.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
Our fall Young Adult Grief Support Group for 18 to 30 year olds.
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November, 2010
Saturday November 6, 2010, 8:00 a.m.
Camp Kitaki - Louisville, NE
A weekend retreat just for grieving teens.
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Saturday November 13, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th Street
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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Wednesday November 17, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
"So You Think You Can Dance" - hip hop lessons
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Saturday November 20, 2010, 12:45 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
An afternoon of fun and support for your grieving family in preparation for the upcoming holidays.
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Sunday November 21, 2010, 12:45 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
An afternoon of fun and support for your grieving family in preparation for the upcoming holidays.
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December, 2010
Saturday December 4, 2010, 12:45 pm
Saint John Lutheran Church - Council Bluffs, IA
An afternoon of fun and support for your grieving family in preparation for the upcoming holidays.
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Sunday December 5, 2010, 12:45 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
An afternoon of fun and support for your grieving family in preparation for the upcoming holidays.
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Wednesday December 8, 2010, 6:30 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
White Elephant Holiday Party
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Saturday December 11, 2010, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76 St
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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January, 2011
Saturday January 8, 2011, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76 St
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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Monday January 10, 2011, 5:50 PM
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76 St.
Free bi-weekly evening support groups for families with children ages 3-18. Meets every other Monday for 8 sessions.
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Tuesday January 18, 2011, 5:50 PM
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76 St.
Free bi-weekly evening support groups for families with children ages 3-18. Meets every other Tuesday for 8 sessions.
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Monday January 31, 2011,
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
A support group just for adults who have already participated in our bi-weekly evening support groups.
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February, 2011
Saturday February 12, 2011, 9:30 a.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th St
This free support group is open to any family with children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of a loved one.
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Friday February 25, 2011, 8:30 AM
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76 St.
Learn how to help children cope with death. Gain the tools to lead support groups and healing activities!
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March, 2011
Thursday March 3, 2011, 6:30 p.m.
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N. 76th Street
Our spring Young Adult Grief Support Groups for 18 to 30 year olds.
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Wednesday March 9, 2011, 6:30 pm
Ted E. Bear Hollow - 347 N 76th St
Drumming with guest musician Michael Fitzsimmons
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