Hello Friends,

This week we have three in-person regular groups, two specialty in-person groups, one regular zoom, one regular hybrid group and four specialty zoom groups. Login and location information follow at the bottom of this newsletter.

The Tired Side of Grief

Grief can be exhausting. Not just in the way people expect. It’s not crying all the time or talking about feelings. It’s the kind of tired that gets in your body and stays. I remember going to the grocery store early on and standing in the middle of the aisle, just staring, I think it was at the soups. I couldn’t remember what I needed. Couldn’t even really move. I was tired. My brain was too foggy. Everything felt like too much. I just wanted to be at home and do nothing. That kind of tired doesn’t go away with sleep. It takes time. It takes grace. If you're feeling that kind of tired, you’re not alone. A few small things can help on the heavy days. Give yourself permission to rest, even when your to do list is shouting at you. Take things one small task at a time. Set boundaries where you need to. Try to eat something, drink some water, or go outside. And most importantly, let yourself off the hook. Grief is hard work.

Below are some different types of rest you can practice.

~ With care

Robyn

Robyn Houston-Bean

Founder, The Sun Will Rise Foundation

ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM VISIT!

We had a gentle day at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, offering space for connection and healing through art. Join us at one of our upcoming events!

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

SADOD’s Tools & Strategies for Grieving as a Family Virtual Psychoeducational Workshop March 25th 6:30-8:00 pm ET

Grief is a deeply personal experience, and even when family members are grieving the same loss, they may process it in very different ways. Join us for a workshop that will explore practical tools and strategies for grieving together as a family, supporting one another despite varying needs and approaches. This workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. Learn more and register at bit.ly/family-grief-workshop. Please note this workshop has a $10 fee for individuals outside of Massachusetts. Massachusetts residents may attend this workshop for free due to funding from MA-BSAS by using promo code MASS at the time of registration. If cost is an issue, please contact Laura@sadod.org

Drumming Through Trauma April 27, 2025 12:30-2:00 pm Cotuit MA

Drumming isn’t just music. It’s movement, it’s rhythm, it’s release. A way to express what words can’t. Drumming Through Trauma is a space to let go, feel the beat and release what’s been held inside. No experience needed. Drumming Through Trauma – REGISTER HERE! Cost: FREE but requires a $20 per person deposit that you will receive back at the event. We do this to be able to continue to offer events at no cost to you. Questions? Please contact Judy Kelly: 781-264-0557 judyannkelly@gmail.com

COMMUNITY

Last call for this backpack supply drive. Deadline is Friday 3/28/25. Drop off M-F 8:30-4:30 pm at 541 Washington St Braintree MA. Thanks to everyone who has donated so far!

Long time Quincy MA group members Elaine & Kevin are hosting an event on 4/25/25 in Dorchester MA in honor of their son Kevin. Please join us to support them!

JOIN OUR 5K TEAM!

Join the The Sun Will Rise team and walk/run with us at The Remembering our Angels 5k Run/Walk!!! The Sun Will Rise Foundation, Inc. is honored to walk again this year in support, remembrance and community. Last year, over 50 of us came together as a team and we’re ready to do it again! We walk to honor them, to support each other and to show that no one has to grieve alone. Join our team! If you have already registered individually and would like to join the team, just let me know

HALO INITIATIVES: FAMILY OVERDOSE SUPPORT FUND

Boston Residents! If you are a BOSTON resident who has experienced the death of a family member to overdose within the last 2 years, you may be eligible for up to $5,000 in financial support. Apply here.

MEETING CHANGES

New time: Young People in-person meeting changes to 6:00-7:30 pm ET

THIS WEEK’S MEETING INFORMATION

Monday - IN-PERSON, WEYMOUTH MA 3/24/25 6:30-8:00 pm ET.

Darlene Mersereau facilitating.

Crossroads Church, 241 Broad Street, Weymouth, MA

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

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Monday - Christian Faith Based Hope After Loss- IN-PERSON MARLBOROUGH, MA 3/24/25 6:00-7:30 pm ET.

Cheryl Juaire facilitating.

Greater Grace Christian Fellowship, 187 Pleasant St Marlborough, MA.

For anyone 18 and over of the Christian faith who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

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Monday - ZOOM 3/24/25 7:00-8:30 pm ET.

Don Lipstein facilitating.

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84716470892

Meeting ID: 847 1647 0892 or

One tap mobile 16469313860

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Tuesday - HYBRID - LEARNING TO COPE WITH GRIEF MEETING - IN-PERSON & ZOOM, GLOUCESTER, MA 3/25/25 7:00-8:00 pm ET.

Colleen and Gordon Bullard facilitating.

CORE Peer Recovery and Resource Center 11 - 15 Parker Street, Gloucester, MA

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83349371338?pwd=RXM5RnRINGJKL21HTFhiSVYyR1NCdz09

Meeting ID: 833 4937 1338

Passcode: 560270

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Tuesday - IN-PERSON, BRIDGEWATER, MA 3/25/25 6:30-8:00 pm ET.

Natalie Patricio facilitating.

Trinity Episcopal Church 91 Main St Bridgewater MA

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

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Tuesday - MEN’S ONLY - ZOOM 3/25/25 7:00-8:30 pm ET.

Dave Swindell and Gary Carter facilitating.

For men 18 and over who have experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/96961980647?pwd=cFVTMHR3VE9COGc3UGdIZHo4TWVaZz09#success

Meeting ID: 969 6198 0647

Password: 300626 or

One tap mobile 16465588656

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Tuesday - PARTNER & SPOUSE - ZOOM 3/25/25 7:00-8:30 pm ET.

Kar-Kate Parenteau facilitating.

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of a partner, spouse or significant other due to substance use.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86578435343?pwd=avNFpCQpiLGCsKRKFEsexJj7E87gM5.1

Meeting ID: 865 7843 5343

Passcode: 287422 or

One tap mobile: 13052241968

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Wednesday - PEOPLE IN RECOVERY - ZOOM 3/26/25 6:00-7:30 pm ET.

Leslie Lagos facilitating.

For anyone 18 and over who identifies as being in recovery from any substance including alcohol who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86324167889?pwd=nrGKjzkr7MyLBnQBfLoUj9Sc43O1r6.1

Meeting ID: 863 2416 7889

Passcode: 428961

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NEW BEGINNINGS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - ZOOM 3/27/25 7:00-8:30 pm ET.

Janice Kaplan facilitating.

For anyone 18 and over newly bereaved due to substance use related causes and/or new to The Sun Will Rise Foundation.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/93853426722?pwd=zhxz5RYig8tunxUyGp6K8Uk19XKxgw.1

Meeting ID: 938 5342 6722

Passcode: 756069 or

One tap mobile 13017158592

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IN-PERSON, BRIGHTON, MA 3/27/25 7:00-8:30 pm ET.

Liz Driscoll facilitating.

PSF Community Center, 640 Washington Street, New Balance Room, Lower Level, Brighton, MA.

For anyone 18 and over who has experienced the death of someone they care about due to substance use.

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YOUNG PERSON MEETING, IN-PERSON, MEDFORD, MA 3/30/25 6:00-7:30 pm ET.

Michelle Rueda and Chloe Brosnan co-facilitating.

96 Winchester Street, Medford, MA.

For anyone 18-35 who has experienced the death of someone they care about to substance use.

Do you know someone bereaved due to substance use related causes that would appreciate our weekly email?