The Compassionate Friends Sacramento Valley Chapter

09/15/2026

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of The Compassionate Friends/USA

Join The Compassionate Friends for our Virtual Fall Retreat on October 24 - a day created especially for bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings, to gather, learn, reflect, and find support from wherever you are.

One of our featured keynote presenters, Erin Nelson, will share:
"Nurturing Hope and Comfort after the Death of Your Child"

And that's just one part of this special day.

With three keynote speakers and 14 workshops, the Virtual Fall Retreat offers opportunities to explore grief, gain new insights, connect with others and discover resources that can support you.

Best of all, there is NO registration fee.

For more information and to register, visit: https://cvent.me/8AVd35

09/15/2026

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OUR MEETING REMINDER FOR THIS FRIDAY,
SEPTEMBER 18 , 2026 AT 7:30 PM
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Dear Members,
Posting this as a reminder that our next meeting will be Friday, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM.
This will be a sharing meeting. We can talk about whatever subjects you would like to share with us.
What has been on our mind? How are you getting through the days?
I am sharing some poems. If you have poems or stories you would like to share, your submissions are welcome. Many grieving people find writing poetry or stories helpful. Maybe on occasion of your loved one's birthday? We used to do that in our newsletters. If anyone has skills to compose a newsletter and would like to volunteer, please email our chapter.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

In loving memory of Chris Borstad from
Ted and Beverly Borstad, Abby and Chad Biehl
Stacey, Dagny, Leni and Bo Borstad.
We miss you Chris! We hope you are smiling down on us and are free of your pain. We see dragonflies all the time & know it's you visiting us.
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
In loving memory of Tyler Routt in honor of his 50th Birthday. August 13, 2026. Tyler passed in 1998 at the age of 21 years. Our amazing son and brother. We love you with every fiber of our being. We still miss you every day. We are sending love and hugs to you in Heaven.
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POETRY CORNER
This poem was written by Dave Routt, Tyler Routt's Dad. Written in 1999.

Days On The Grass

I walk on the green grass,
I run on its soft blades.
My head is filled with memories,
sweet, vivid.
Footprints, small and large.
Their imprints only mar for a little while.
Their feel lasts forever.
Take me back to those days.
Days of lightness.
Balls flying, voices letting out
all the joys.
Laughter, contentment to the utmost.
Am I dreaming?
Now I feel as though shards of glass
are piercing y heart.
Heaviness fills my being,
The ache, at times is unbearable.
Part of me is gone.
I yearn to have those days back.
Am I dreaming?
In a heartbeat, a flash, all is changed.
A life so precious, is gone.
Dreams shattered.
No more days on the grass.

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- Come and receive support from other grieving parents and siblings. We will share our experiences and talk about how we are coping and managing our grief. We find that the support from other TCF members is very valuable on our journey.

You are encouraged to bring pictures of your loved ones to share at the meeting.
Location: St Mark's United Methodist Church
2391 St. Marks Way Sacramento, CA 95864
Room E-25 2nd floor -
Elevator Available Park in the lot facing Lusk Drive We hope to see you there.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CALL OR EMAIL THE CHAPTER: EMAIL IS PREFERABLE. [email protected]
Our message phone number is: 916/282-4699. This is a 30 second message. Please leave your phone number first and speak clearly so your call can be returned promptly.

08/06/2026

The Compassionate Friends Sacramento Valley Chapter
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OUR MEETING REMINDER FOR
AUGUST 21, 2026 AT 7:30 PM
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Dear Members,
Posting this as a reminder that our next meeting will be Friday, AUGUST 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM.
This will be a sharing meeting. We can talk about whatever subjects you would like to share with us.
What has been on our mind? How are you getting through the days?
I am sharing some poems. If you have poems or stories you would like to share, your submissions are welcome. Many grieving people find writing poetry or stories helpful. Maybe on occasion of your loved one's birthday? We used to do that in our newsletters. If anyone has skills to compose a newletter and would like to volunteer, please email our chapter.
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POETRY CORNER
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IN LOVING MEMORY
In loving memory of Alexander Anderson
I love you Alex, to the moon and back.
You are so loved.
From Mom, Wendy Anderson

In loving memory of Hubert Eng
Hubert turns 46 this year. We still treat him like in life.
Hubert is still alive in our hearts.
from, Mom, Kam, Dad, George, Sister, Dahlia and Brother, Howard

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- Come and receive support from other grieving parents and siblings. We will share our experiences and talk about how we are coping and managing our grief. We find that the support from other TCF members is very valuable on our journey.
You are encouraged to bring pictures of your loved ones to share at the meeting.
Location: St Mark's United Methodist Church
2391 St. Marks Way Sacramento, CA 95864
Room E-25 2nd floor -
Elevator Available Park in the lot facing Lusk Drive We hope to see you there.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CALL OR EMAIL THE CHAPTER: EMAIL IS PREFERABLE. [email protected]
Our message phone number is: 916/282-4699. This is a 30 second message. Please leave your phone number first and speak clearly so your call can be returned promptly. See less

08/06/2026

You're not alone—connect with a caring community that truly understands what you're going through as a bereaved parent, grandparent, or sibling. We have over 40 private Facebook groups, moderated by others who have walked a similar path. We'd love to welcome you—find a group to join today: https://www.compassionatefriends.org/find-support/online-communities/private-facebook-groups/

08/06/2026

We are very pleased to bring you the Summer 2026 online issue of "We Need Not Walk Alone," courtesy of The Compassionate Friends! Visit our website to read the latest issue.

07/15/2026

OUR MEETING REMINDER FOR
JULY 17, 2026 AT 7:30 PM
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Dear Members,
Posting this as a reminder that our next meeting will be Friday, July 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM.

This will be a sharing meeting. We can talk about whatever subjects you would like to share with us.
What has been on our mind? How are you getting through the days?

I am sharing some poems. If you have poems or stories you would like to share, your submissions are welcome. Many grieving people find writing poetry or stories helpful. Maybe on occasion of your loved one's birthday? We used to do that in our newsletters. If anyone has skills to compose a newletter and would like to volunteer, please email our chapter.
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POETRY CORNER

Grief comes in and out like waves
from the ocean. Sometimes when you least
expect it, a huge wave comes along and
pulls your feet right out from under you.
Alan Wolfeit
Understanding Your Grief

If grief, nothing "stays put" One keeps
emerging from a phase, but it always recurs.
Am I going in circles, or dare I hope I'm on
a spriral? But if a spiral,
am I going up or down it?

C.S. Lewis

***************************************************** - Come and receive support from other grieving parents and siblings. We will share our experiences and talk about how we are coping and managing our grief. We find that the support from other TCF members is very valuable on our journey.
You are encouraged to bring pictures of your loved ones to share at the meeting.
Location: St Mark's United Methodist Church
2391 St. Marks Way Sacramento, CA 95864
Room E-25 2nd floor -
Elevator Available Park in the lot facing Lusk Drive We hope to see you there.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CALL OR EMAIL THE CHAPTER: EMAIL IS PREFERABLE. [email protected]
Our message phone number is: 916/282-4699. This is a 30 second message. Please leave your phone number first and speak clearly so your call can be returned promptly.

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07/15/2026

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07/15/2026

Our next grief webinar "Finding Peace After Loss" will be held on July 29th at 12:00 pm EDT. In this webinar, Rob Goor will cover what peace of mind is…and what it isn’t. For most of his life, he was mistaken about peace. Rob thought peace of mind was an absence, but has since learned that it is really a presence. We will discuss the life decisions and changes that can lead to peace of mind…and to a fuller, more meaningful life.

To register to participate in this webinar, https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZzgmEwqaQB2D5z9-KhlSYw

06/13/2026

The past, the future, and the now ...

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