Join Our Grief Awareness Series: Mondays Throughout August
At Crossroads, we deeply understand the profound pain that accompanies loss. That's why we are dedicated to providing comprehensive grief support, including compassionate counseling, educational resources, and supportive events.
This August, in observance of Grief Awareness Month, Crossroads is proud to host a series of informative, non-CEU grief awareness events. These sessions are thoughtfully designed for healthcare professionals, families, and caregivers, offering relevant insights and practical guidance. All sessions are free of charge, and you are warmly invited to join us for this virtual event.
Join us for one or all four sessions. Simply sign up using the links below.
Monday, August 4 @ 5:00 p.m. EDT, 4:00 P.M. CDT
Grief 101: Your Grief, Your Way
Grief is a normal and natural response to loss, but much of what we've been told about "dealing with it" can actually hinder healing. This presentation challenges the popular, yet often misleading, notion of five rigid "stages" of grief. Instead, we'll explore the expansive landscape of emotions, bodily impacts, spiritual questions, and social complexities that can arise as you navigate your unique path through loss.
Presenter: Sherri Bickley
Vice President, Clinical Support
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care
Monday, August 11 @ 1:00 p.m. EDT, 12:00 p.m. CDT
In The Midst: Anticipatory Grief
Join us for an in-depth look at anticipatory grief. We'll cover what it is, who experiences it, and the emotional landscape it creates. Gain valuable tools and perspectives to help individuals and families navigate the difficult period leading up to a significant loss.
Presenters: Christian Bennett
Chaplain
Holli Farrow
Bereavement Coordinator
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care
Monday, August 18 @ 9:30 a.m. EDT, 8:30 a.m. CDT
Beyond the Expected: Understanding Grief
Grief is a universal, natural response to loss, yet each individual's journey is unique—without a "right" way to feel or a fixed timeline for recovery. This session explores grief's varied emotional, behavioral, intellectual, and physical expressions. We'll identify common reactions, provide actionable coping strategies, and offer guidance for supporting those experiencing loss.
Presenter: Elyse Sikorski
Bereavement Coordinator
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care
Monday, August 25 @ 5:00 p.m. EDT, 4:00 p.m. CDT
Digging Deeper
This presentation explores diverse grieving experiences based on age and relationship type, including commonly overlooked "disenfranchised grief" such as pet loss, professional losses, and non-traditional partnerships.
Presenter: Nicholas Fenell
Bereavement Coordinator
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care