Phorum presents “Wisdom of Grief” Symposium

PHorum: Perspectives in Healthcare is VNA Health’s annual healthcare platform for national, regional, and local healthcare leaders to discuss relevant issues that affect health and wellbeing. Started in 2014, this distinguished symposium attracts hundreds of participants annually, and fosters collaboration among many voices. This year, the 9th Annual PHorum: WISDOM OF GRIEF is presented by the Hutton Parker Foundation, will explore grief from a cultural, spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional perspective. Featuring four notable speakers and a panel discussion moderated by Jerry Roberts, participants will learn about the range of grief and its impact on our wellbeing, ways to promote health through the grief journey, and tools to support grieving individuals. There will be an exhibit area for mental wellness resources from community providers.

> Michele Neff Hernandez: 2021 Top 10 CNN Hero and creator of the world’s largest inclusive network of widowed people.

> Janet Hranicky, MD, PhD: Pioneer in psychoneuroimmunology and focusing on the role of the mind in quality of life and death.

> Mariela Marin, MA, MFT: Psychotherapist and professor specializing in multicultural wellness at Community Counseling & Education Center and at Antioch University.

> William Peters, MEd, MFT: Psychotherapist and founder of the Shared Crossing Project and leader in the field of shared death studies.

> Jerry Roberts, MODERATOR: Prize-winning journalist with 50 years experience in the news business.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Space is limited. 

> In-Person: $20 ticket donation requested

> Livestream: $10 ticket donation requested

> Continuing Education 1.5-hour credit available for RNs and LVNs

> COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: We will adhere to Public Health Department protocols.