Social Isolation & Loneliness (Contact Hour)

The impact of social isolation and loneliness can be devastating to the health of anyone but especially to those who are aging. In this presentation we will discuss strategies to maintain social connections and discover resources that are available for the isolated and lonely. In a time when we are socially distanced from others, we...

Event Series Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief provide an introduction to the many dimensions of grief. Explore a different aspect of grief and grieving in these educational and supportive online conversations. Choose the day/time that best suits your schedule. Registration is required to receive a meeting code; please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, January 6  |  Tuesday, February 15...

Free

The Four Things That Matter Most via Zoom

Through more than 25 years of caring for gravely ill patients and their families, Ira Byock, M.D., has discovered the life-transforming power of four simple phrases: “Please forgive me,” “I...

Event Series Volunteer Information Session – 2022

Volunteer Information Session – 2022

Volunteer Information Sessions are offered at various times throughout the year. We recommend anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer attend a one-hour session to learn more about the many ways to volunteer and speak with Transitions LifeCare staff and current volunteers. Please visit our Become a Volunteer page for more information. This will be a...

The Four Things That Matter Most via Zoom

Through more than 25 years of caring for gravely ill patients and their families, Ira Byock, M.D., has discovered the life-transforming power of four simple phrases: “Please forgive me,” “I...

Encouraging the Heart of a Caregiver via Zoom

Together we will explore proven strategies that help both personal and professional caregivers to find the much needed rest and courage to draw from while navigating their caregiving journey. Register HERE or...

Social Isolation & Loneliness (Contact Hour)

The impact of social isolation and loneliness can be devastating to the health of anyone but especially to those who are aging. In this presentation we will discuss strategies to...

Encouraging the Heart of a Caregiver via Zoom

Together we will explore proven strategies that help both personal and professional caregivers to find the much needed rest and courage to draw from while navigating their caregiving journey. Register HERE or below for this Zoom event.

Moral and Ethical Dilemmas at End of Life – via Zoom

End-of-life care focuses on preventing and relieve suffering as much as possible while respecting the patients’ personal desires. Medical technology intended to extend life may also increase suffering and prolong the dying process. Making decisions regarding resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, and withholding and withdrawing treatments can fragment families struggling with moral and ethical dilemmas. This presentation...

Volunteer Information Session – 2022

Volunteer Information Sessions are offered at various times throughout the year. We recommend anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer attend a one-hour session to learn more about the many ways to volunteer and speak with Transitions LifeCare staff and current volunteers. Please visit our Become a Volunteer page for more information. This will be a...

Moral and Ethical Dilemmas at End of Life – via Zoom

End-of-life care focuses on preventing and relieve suffering as much as possible while respecting the patients’ personal desires. Medical technology intended to extend life may also increase suffering and prolong the dying process. Making decisions regarding resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, and withholding and withdrawing treatments can fragment families struggling with moral and ethical dilemmas. This presentation...

Leave a Legacy, Not a Mess – via Zoom

Inspired by the book, “A Beginner’s Guide to the End” by Dr. BJ Miller and Shoshana Berger, this presentation will offer practical tips for how to leave behind a legacy that will endure, coupled with strategies for cleaning out your physical and emotional attic. Register HERE or below for this Zoom event.

Leave a Legacy, Not a Mess – via Zoom

Inspired by the book, “A Beginner’s Guide to the End” by Dr. BJ Miller and Shoshana Berger, this presentation will offer practical tips for how to leave behind a legacy that will endure, coupled with strategies for cleaning out your physical and emotional attic. Register HERE or below for this Zoom event.

Event Series Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief has many faces, and everyone will experience it at some point in life. Despite that, most people are misinformed about grief and may feel they are all alone. But the truth is, they are not alone! Transitions Kids offers the education and support they need. The Transitions Kids Grief Ed Course is a set...

Free

Ethical Issues at End of Life

Describes common ethical challenges faced near end of life. We’ll review basic ethical principles that can be used as guidelines for making tough decisions. We'll apply these principles to case...

Event Series Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief provide an introduction to the many dimensions of grief. Explore a different aspect of grief and grieving in these educational and supportive online conversations. Choose the day/time that best suits your schedule. Registration is required to receive a meeting code; please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, January 6  |  Tuesday, February 15...

Free

Corvettes International 23rd Annual Fun in the Sun Car Show

Wake Tech Community College 6851 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC, United States

This car show benefits Transitions LifeCare. The car show is open to all cars (muscle cars, pony cars, street rods, classic cars, foreign, exotic and trucks) plus NCCC Corvette participates...

The Five Wishes via Zoom (afternoon event)

Learn practical tips on selecting a healthcare power of attorney and making your wishes known to your loved ones regarding your future medical care. Using a simple and comprehensive document...

The Five Wishes via Zoom (evening event)

Learn practical tips on selecting a healthcare power of attorney and making your wishes known to your loved ones regarding your future medical care. Using a simple and comprehensive document...

The Five Invitations: What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully – via Zoom

Life and death are a package deal. They cannot be pulled apart and we cannot truly live unless we are aware of death. Inspired by Frank Ostakeski’s book, “The Five Invitations”, this presentation explores the meaning of life and how maintaining an ever-present consciousness of death can bring us closer to our truest selves. Register HERE or below...

The Five Invitations: What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully – via Zoom

Life and death are a package deal. They cannot be pulled apart and we cannot truly live unless we are aware of death. Inspired by Frank Ostakeski’s book, “The Five Invitations”, this presentation explores the meaning of life and how maintaining an ever-present consciousness of death can bring us closer to our truest selves. Register HERE or below...

Volunteer Information Session – 2022

Volunteer Information Sessions are offered at various times throughout the year. We recommend anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer attend a one-hour session to learn more about the many ways to volunteer and speak with Transitions LifeCare staff and current volunteers. Please visit our Become a Volunteer page for more information. This will be a...

Event Series Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief provide an introduction to the many dimensions of grief. Explore a different aspect of grief and grieving in these educational and supportive online conversations. Choose the day/time that best suits your schedule. Registration is required to receive a meeting code; please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Tuesday, May 10 |  Thursday, June 16...

Free
Event Series Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief has many faces, and everyone will experience it at some point in life. Despite that, most people are misinformed about grief and may feel they are all alone. But the truth is, they are not alone! Transitions Kids offers the education and support they need. The Transitions Kids Grief Ed Course is a set...

Free

Navigating the Caregiving Journey – via Zoom

This presentation will serve as a practical guide for caregivers and receivers who are on, or preparing for, a caregiving journey. Together, we will explore what you need to know while discovering the skills, resources, equipment, and support you will need for the path that lies ahead. Register HERE or below for this Zoom event.

Spring Remembrance

Join us for an offering of remembrance and renewal. You will be guided through our Transitions LifeCare campus on a path to honor your grief. This outdoor experience will provide...

Navigating the Caregiving Journey – via Zoom

This presentation will serve as a practical guide for caregivers and receivers who are on, or preparing for, a caregiving journey. Together, we will explore what you need to know...

Caring for LGBTQ Patients & Residents

We talk about ways to create a welcoming environment and support for all LGBTQ patients, residents, and families, acknowledging as members of the LGBTQ community age, many feel they have...

How to Talk About Dying – via Zoom

Understanding your own personal feelings and views of death and dying is essential when providing end-of-life care. This session focuses on practical approaches to use when speaking with patients and...

How to Talk About Dying – via Zoom

Virtual

Understanding your own personal feelings and views of death and dying is essential when providing end-of-life care. This session focuses on practical approaches to use when speaking with patients and...

Exploring Grief Through Expressive Arts via Zoom

Join us for this ongoing virtual expressive arts group. Facilitators will send participants a homework prompt prior to each group for exploring grief through art-making and creativity. The group will meet virtually to share and discuss their creative journey through grief. Participants can use their creative medium of choice (drawing, writing, photography, nature collage, sewing,...

Free
Event Series Grieving Mothers Group (Virtual)

Grieving Mothers Group (Virtual)

Virtual

The death of a child can be one of the most devastating traumas a parent can experience. Transitions Kids is here to provide care, support, and compassion along with a circle of other parents who understand the intense grief that erupts when a child (age 18 or under) dies. Each grief support session will explore...

Free
Event Series Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief via Zoom

Conversations on Grief provide an introduction to the many dimensions of grief. Explore a different aspect of grief and grieving in these educational and supportive online conversations. Choose the day/time that best suits your schedule. Registration is required to receive a meeting code; please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Tuesday, May 10 |  Thursday, June 16...

Free
Event Series Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief Ed Course (Virtual)

Grief has many faces, and everyone will experience it at some point in life. Despite that, most people are misinformed about grief and may feel they are all alone. But the truth is, they are not alone! Transitions Kids offers the education and support they need. The Transitions Kids Grief Ed Course is a set...

Free

Being Mortal – via Zoom

In this documentary and discussion from PBS Frontline, Dr. Atul Gawande, offers examples of freer, more socially fulfilling models for assisting the infirm and dependent elderly. He also explores the varieties of hospice care available in order to demonstrate that a person’s last weeks or months may be rich and dignified. Full of eye-opening research...

Being Mortal – via Zoom

In this documentary and discussion from PBS Frontline, Dr. Atul Gawande, offers examples of freer, more socially fulfilling models for assisting the infirm and dependent elderly. He also explores the...

Trauma-Informed Care: Why It’s Important

Trauma-informed care acknowledges that caregivers need to have a complete picture of a patient’s life situation — past and present — in order to provide effective care. We’ll review how...

Free

Trauma-Informed Care: Why It’s Important

Trauma-informed care acknowledges that caregivers need to have a complete picture of a patient’s life situation — past and present — in order to provide effective care. We’ll review how...

Free