Facing the MourningThis six-week support and education group invites you to participate in activities that provide a meaningful framework to process your grief within a safe community for reflecting on your experience. Registration cost: $60 (includes all group material). Preregistration is required.Tuesday evenings, March 28May 2, 6-8 pm,Meeting at Aspen Trail Retirement Resort, 5455 New Car Dr, Colorado Springs, CO  80923If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available. For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators: Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org 

You~re invited to our next lunch and learn! This presentation will outline some of the challenges that gender minorities face in and out of healthcare settings, the gender-minority stress model, best practices for treating clients with gender diversity, and WPATH (World Professional Association of Transgender Health) standards of care for gender-diverse clients in institutional settings. A complimentary lunch will be provided, and a CE certificate will be awarded for attending.  Seats are limited. Register today! Register Now!

They Are Coming Home! ...Now What?Join Accessible Systems, a Lifeway Mobility company, for one or all of the following free, 1-hour, CEU eligible* webinars in our Hospital to Home series.Whether the stay at the rehab or hospital was expected or due to an emergency, homecoming is what everyone is waiting for but it must be planned for.Is the home safe and easily accessible for them in the short- and long-term of recovery?Will they need help with transfers, bathing, and other daily activities?Bathroom Transfer and Safety SolutionsWednesday, March 29th 12 pm - 1:00 pmRegister Here:  Upcoming Webinars (lifewaymobility.com)

Jackson Creek Senior Living will host Tom Mally, Community Educator from the Alzheimers Association, to present a series of three Education Nights on Wednesdays, March 15, 22, and 29 from 5-6 p.m. Members of the public are invited to visit the Jackson Creek Senior Living campus, located at 16601 Jackson Creek Parkway, for any of these informative events on the topic of memory loss.Wednesday, March 15: Understanding Alzheimers and Dementia         Wednesday, March 22: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors         Wednesday, March 29: Effective Communication Education Nights are free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call Laura Hale at 719-725-6060 or visit jacksoncreekseniorliving.com/events to RSVP.

Facing the MourningThis six-week support and education group invites you to participate in activities that provide a meaningful framework to process your grief within a safe community for reflecting on your experience. Registration cost: $60 (includes all group material). Preregistration is required.Tuesday evenings, March 28May 2, 6-8 pm,Meeting at Aspen Trail Retirement Resort, 5455 New Car Dr, Colorado Springs, CO  80923If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available. For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators: Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org 

Nighttime Eggstravaganza at Fox Run Regional ParkFriday, April 77:45 8:00   8:15 8:30 p.m.Egg hunts arent just for young children! Join us for a glow in the dark egg hunt at Fox Run Regional Park. Work with your team of 2-6 people to find eggs that will contain the answers you need to win a prize!Recommended ages 8+.Prepaid registration required forspecific start time.5 per person/ $4 per member

Help Bethesda Gardens Monument, Hop-out HungerFundraiser on April 8, 20237:30 am - 9:00 amAll-you-can-eat pancakes & limited sausage links.Refreshments & toppings are included!$10/person per mealAll proceeds will be donated to Tri-Lakes Cares.55 Beacon Lite Road, Monument, CO 80132RSVP to Jackie Ruettinger at jruettinger@ba.org or (719) 400-9545

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 4. Two Group OptionsTuesday mornings, April 11May 30, 10 am-noon, Meeting at Humana, 5310 N. Nevada Ave, 80918 (Costco Center)Wednesday evenings, April 12May 31, 68 pm Meeting at First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave, 80903If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available.For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators:Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org

Learn how Beneficent connects Seniors and Disabled Adults to funds that pay for the high-quality care Senior Care Industry Professionals provide.Case Managers, Social Workers, & Certified Senior Advisors can EARN 1 CEU CREDIT through our 1- HOUR FREE ZOOM CLASSScan to RSVP or contact Kim Searles, (CSA)Director of Education Kim@DoingGoodForOthers.com 719.645.8350

Associate Professor of Nursing and Co-director of the Center of Aging Science and Innovation, Dr. Siobhan McMahon, will present ongoing research into promoting physical activity in older adult populations.Tuesday, April 11 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM MST This is a virtual event Click Register Now! Questions? Contact the Gerontology Center at geron@uccs.edu or 719-255-8005

Facing the MourningThis six-week support and education group invites you to participate in activities that provide a meaningful framework to process your grief within a safe community for reflecting on your experience. Registration cost: $60 (includes all group material). Preregistration is required.Tuesday evenings, March 28May 2, 6-8 pm,Meeting at Aspen Trail Retirement Resort, 5455 New Car Dr, Colorado Springs, CO  80923If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available. For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators: Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org 

On Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EDT via Zoom.  A link will be sent to you via email after registering.  Presenter:  Heather Veeder, MD, Regional Medical Director - Central Region, VITAS Healthcare.Talking with patients about their goals and preferences for medical care reduces aggressive interventions near the end of life, increases hospice enrollment, improves care satisfaction, and increases the likelihood that patients will die in the setting they prefer, according to studies.This webinar explores the history, application, and types of advance directives, and provides practical advice for engaging in difficult-but-necessary conversations with patients and families/caregivers.Continuing education credit is available to nurses (RN, LPN, LVN; in California Registered Nurses only), social workers and certified case managers, as well as licensed nursing home administrators in the states of Florida and Illinois.Attendees can earn one CE hour.  Please visit the website to register:  https://www.vitas.com/for-healthcare-professionals/education-and-training/earn-continuing-education-credits-for-training-in-end-of-life-care

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 4.Two Group OptionsWednesday evenings, April 12 - May 31, 6-8 pm, Meeting at First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave, 80903Tuesday mornings, April 11 - May 30, 10 am-noon, Meeting at Humana, 5310 N. Nevada Ave, 80918 (Costco Center)If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available.For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators:Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org

April Forest Bathing WalkSaturday, April 15, 1:00-3:30 p.m.Experience the therapeutic practice of Shinrinyoku and awaken your senses with a slow, mindful walk through the woods and a beautiful tea ceremony. More info at: www.listeningpines.com Prepaid registration required$30 per person/$20 per member

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 4. Two Group OptionsTuesday mornings, April 11May 30, 10 am-noon, Meeting at Humana, 5310 N. Nevada Ave, 80918 (Costco Center)Wednesday evenings, April 12May 31, 68 pm Meeting at First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave, 80903If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available.For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators:Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org

Facing the MourningThis six-week support and education group invites you to participate in activities that provide a meaningful framework to process your grief within a safe community for reflecting on your experience. Registration cost: $60 (includes all group material). Preregistration is required.Tuesday evenings, March 28May 2, 6-8 pm,Meeting at Aspen Trail Retirement Resort, 5455 New Car Dr, Colorado Springs, CO  80923If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available. For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators: Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org 

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 4.Two Group OptionsWednesday evenings, April 12 - May 31, 6-8 pm, Meeting at First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave, 80903Tuesday mornings, April 11 - May 30, 10 am-noon, Meeting at Humana, 5310 N. Nevada Ave, 80918 (Costco Center)If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available.For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators:Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org

Silver Key is proud to offer private-pay services to seniors and their families. Reassurance+ provides comforting companionship, a delicious, nutritious meal, and the option of Porchlight digital connection to seniors to help them remain independent with dignity in their own residences for as long as possible. Learn more!

Proactive Living Series3rd Thursday of the Month12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at The Senior Center: 1514 North Hancock Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903Aging in Place has its challenges, but there is help and hope available. Through this monthly education series, you will learn tips and tricks from local experts and discover the resources available in our community.Topics will include everything from exploring the 5 Pillars of Health (Sleep, Nutrition, Physical Movement, Purpose, and Community) to Medicare information, and discovering different in-home services.Connie Ryan(520) 647-6768Lucy Crandall(719) 641-6850JourneyCareCoordinating.com

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt.Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 14.8-Week Group, Thursday evenings April 20 - June 8, 6 - 8 pm. Community Partnership Family Resource Center, 701 Gold Hill Place, Woodland Park, CO 80863 If finances are a challenge, limited scholarships are available. Please contact our group facilitator for information or to register: Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257 or sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org

30th Annual National Case Management and Transitions of Care Conference & 24th Annual ACMA MeetingJoin your case management and transitions of care peers at the ACMA 2023 National Conference - the premier case management event of the year! Network and exchange ideas, engage with innovation in the field and discover best practices that will improve patient care outcomes. This event will bring experiences, networking, education and inspiration together to foster personal and career growth. 

30th Annual National Case Management and Transitions of Care Conference & 24th Annual ACMA MeetingJoin your case management and transitions of care peers at the ACMA 2023 National Conference - the premier case management event of the year! Network and exchange ideas, engage with innovation in the field and discover best practices that will improve patient care outcomes. This event will bring experiences, networking, education and inspiration together to foster personal and career growth. 

30th Annual National Case Management and Transitions of Care Conference & 24th Annual ACMA MeetingJoin your case management and transitions of care peers at the ACMA 2023 National Conference - the premier case management event of the year! Network and exchange ideas, engage with innovation in the field and discover best practices that will improve patient care outcomes. This event will bring experiences, networking, education and inspiration together to foster personal and career growth. 

Understanding your GriefThis eight-week support and education group offers compassionate, companioning support as we work through the book, Understanding your Grief by Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Registration cost: $80 (includes all group material). Please register by April 4. Two Group OptionsTuesday mornings, April 11May 30, 10 am-noon, Meeting at Humana, 5310 N. Nevada Ave, 80918 (Costco Center)Wednesday evenings, April 12May 31, 68 pm Meeting at First United Methodist Church, 420 N. Nevada Ave, 80903If finances are a challenge at this time, limited scholarships are available.For information or to register, please contact one of our group facilitators:Kathy Sparnins: 719-659-0447; kathy.sparnins@voicesofgriefcenter.org Sarah Lee: 719-505-2257; sarah.lee@voicesofgriefcenter.org