The Power of Knowing

When Grief and the Holidays Collide:
Coping with Grief and Change During the Festive Season

Tuesday, Nov. 12 | Noon to 1 p.m.

Understanding comes from knowing. The holiday season can be a joyous time for most but can also be a difficult time for many who are navigating the festivities while coping with grief. Many feel overwhelmed by expectations during this season and uncertain how to make changes so the season can be as meaningful as possible. This webinar will provide practical ideas for creating new routines, rituals and plans depending on what is possible this year and what traditions provide the most comfort.
We will also discuss how to be a supportive presence for those in your life who are experiencing grief during this holiday season.

Learning Objectives

• Learn how to set realistic expectations for the holiday season.
• Learn about options to create new traditions while honoring the past.
• Learn about resources to rely on during the holidays and throughout the year for the person grieving and for those offering support.

Register for the Webinar on Zoom

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Meet Our Panelist

Risa Hanau is the Clinical and Community Educator at AuthoraCare Collective. Risa is a seasoned presenter and teacher in the area of end of life and ethics. She is a member of the Cone Health Ethics Committee. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker by training and holds a Master of Social Work from The University of Pennsylvania.

 

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Meet Our Moderator

Paul J. Russ, MFA, CFRE

Paul Russ is the Vice President of Marketing and Development at AuthoraCare Collective. Paul has helped develop strategic marketing initiatives and built a stable funding base for AuthoraCare Collective, maximizing its Annual Campaign and expanding its endowment resources. Russ received a master’s degree in film and video production from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1995 and earned his Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential in 2003. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Association of Fundraising Professionals – NC Triad Chapter.