We are proud to be a part of your community. To all in the community, we offer and are involved in various events throughout the year. Below is a list of upcoming events, activities, and seminars that we are involved in.
On-going Support Group for those who have lost a spouse
Mar 14, 2023 11:00 AM to Mar 14, 2023 12:00 PMA new on-going in person support group for those who have experienced the death of a spouse.
The group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 11:00am-12:00pm in the lounge at Lutheran Church of the Master at 3333 Coolidge Highway, Troy, MI 48084. The church is located north of Big Beaver on the west side of Coolidge.
Before joining the group, you must have attended Take Time to Heal or Healing Begins sessions through A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Directors or Healing Hearts through Lutheran Church of the Master.
Please email or call Linda and leave your name, date of your loss, phone number and email address.
A.J. Desmond & Sons 248-362-2500
Lutheran Church of the Master 248-643-0176
This is open to the community.

Peace of Mind Seminar
Apr 4, 2023 11:30 AM to Apr 4, 2023 01:00 PMWe invite you to learn how planning for your final wishes may shield your family from unnecessary emotional and financial burden.
This is being held at Olive Garden, 2615 S. Rochester Road, Rochester Hills, MI.
To RSVP, call 248-291-7836.
Take Time to Heal Grief Seminar
Apr 11, 2023 01:30 PM to Apr 11, 2023 03:00 PMA five-week Support Group Series for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Come, explore the grief journey and embrace hope.
Hosted by Director of Bereavement Services, Linda Dzbanski, LLMSW, BSW
This group will meet in person at our Crooks Road location, 2600 Crooks Road in Troy.
Tuesdays, April 11, 2023 through May 9, 2023. 1:30 to 3:00 at our Crooks Road location.
Open to the community at no charge. Registration is requested. For the safety of all, masks are required to attend. ldzbanski@ajdesmond.com or 248-362-2500.
The session is closed to newcomers after the second meeting.
Take Time to Heal Grief Seminar
Apr 11, 2023 06:30 PM to Apr 11, 2023 08:00 PMA five-week Support Group Series for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Come, explore the grief journey and embrace hope.
Hosted by Director of Bereavement Services, Lina Dzbanski, MSW, BSW
This group will meet in person at our Crooks Road location, 2600 Crooks Road in Troy.
Tuesdays, April 11 - May 9, 2023
6:30-8:00pm
Open to the community at no charge. Registration is required. ldzbanski@ajdesmond.com or 248-362-2500.
The session is closed to newcomers after the second meeting. For the safety of all, masks are required to attend.
The Sixth Stage of Grief Workshop
Apr 13, 2023 01:30 PM to Apr 13, 2023 03:00 PMThe Sixth Stage of Grief Workshop
A Five-week Book Study Group for parents who have experiences the loss of a child.
Thursdays, April 13 - May 11, 2023
6:30pm - 8:00pm
A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Road, Troy, MI
Join us as we read and discuss the book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler. Books are available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Please bring your copy with you to each meeting.
Come, explore the grief journey and embrace hope.
Hosted by Linda Dzbanski, LLMSW, BSW, Director of Bereavement Services.
Open to the community at no charge
Registration is required. Regster by phone at 248-362-2500 or email at ldzbanski@ajdesmond.com.
Program closes after the second session.