Navigating The Journey
Through Loss
You’re not alone. We are here for you.
Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, caring, and informed bereavement services that allow individuals from diverse populations to take time to grieve and process their losses. Bereavement services include individual and group support, grief education, tools for coping and resources on grief and loss.
Taking Time: South Bay (Taking Time) founders, Claire Towle, LCSW and Patty Ellis, Certified Bereavement Educator, have been providing services for the bereaved in the South Bay for over 25 years. They have responded to the needs of all ages 5+ who have experienced the death of a loved one from any cause, including sudden death from a traumatic event and death from illness.
Our Inspiration
“Take Time to enjoy life
to laugh and to cry.
Take each day as it comes,
but don’t let life pass you by.
Take time to wonder
what the future may bring.
But live for today because
today is everything.
Take time to share yourself
with friends and family, too.
And remember to take time to love,
because only those who love can be loved, too.”
—Katheryn Kelly
Our Support Programs
Group Support
An eight week group with 8-12 participants, which includes activities, grief education, discussion and support. There are groups for adults, young adults, teens, and children.
Individual Support
Professional Bereavement Counseling: Provided by a licensed mental health professional with grief training and experience working with the bereaved.
School Support
Taking Time: South Bay is available to provide bereavement support to the staff and students of local schools.
Community Support
Taking Time: South Bay offers supportive bereavement services to businesses, places of worship, clubs, community organizations &, health care facilities.
2024
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Taking Time: South Bay is a 501(c)(3) public charity and exempt from federal income tax under the Internal Revenue Code. Donors can deduct contributions they make under the IRC Section 170. DLN: 26053444007503
Turn Your Compassion Into Action
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Get Involved!
We could use your help! Please join us to take time and make a difference in the lives of those who have experienced the death of a person special to them. Talking Time has opportunities for volunteers to companion children, teens, adults and families through loss.
Have You Seen Our Resources Guide?
We have a wide variety of resources to help you on your journey. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help.