Events and Workshops
WINGS by The Hospice of East Texas
Grieve, Grow and Go Forward
WINGS allows children and teens to:
Tell their story of loss in a safe environment.
- Process grief in healthy ways.
- Meet friends facing similar circumstances.
- Learn they are not alone.
- Build a toolbox of coping skills and resources.
- Remember, honor and memorialize those who have died
WINGS by The Hospice of East Texas offering a monthly support group for grieving children and teens ages 5 to 16.
Please register in advance by calling The Hospice of East Texas Bereavement Department at 903-266-3400 Ext 177 or by email at sditter@hospiceeasttexas.org
Dates: August 28th, September 25 and October 23rd
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 PM
Offered by: Certified professionals and volunteers who care deeply
Where: 4111 University Blvd. Tyler, Texas 75701 – Main Building


The Art of Life
- When: September 13, 2025 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Where: Mayfair Building
2025 Memorial Butterfly Release
Butterflies & Reflections
When: October 24, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: The Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701
Join us for a morning of peace, connection and remembrance. Together we will release butterflies in a beautiful tribute, then stay for additional words of encouragement and reflection as we honor the memory of loved ones together.
Additional Information
Pre-Registration is Not Required for this Special Ceremony
For more information please call The Hospice of East Texas Bereavement Department at 903-266-3400 Extension 127.
This is an outdoor event and the butterflies cannot be released in inclement weather.
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