Exploring Grief Through Expressive Arts via Zoom

Join us for this four-week virtual expressive arts group. Facilitators will guide participants through a series of homework prompts for exploring grief through art-making and creativity. Each week, the group will meet virtually to share and discuss their creative journey through grief. No art experience is needed. Participants can use creative medium of choice (drawing,...

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 and time that best fit your schedule. Registration is required. Please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, July 8 Communicating My Needs Thursday, July 15 Who...

What is Palliative Care?

Discover practical insights on what palliative care offers and how we at Transitions LifeCare can be a resource for those seeking to manage the pain and symptoms that accompany a serious life-limiting illness. This conversation will help to lead you to a deeper understanding of what palliative care is, what you can expect, how it...

Mindfulness Meditation for Grief and Healing via Zoom

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of engaging and exploring the innate healing potential of the body and mind through awareness of sitting posture, gentle movement, and the breath. The experience of sharing and practicing mindfulness meditation in community encourages a deeper sense of the present moment, reduces stress and anxiety, and helps us move toward...

Free
Event Series Family Reflections

Family Reflections

Family Reflections is a virtual program designed for grieving families with children ages 5-17. Family Reflections celebrates family strengths, honors loved ones who have died, and creates opportunities for fun and...

Free
Event Series Family Reflections

Family Reflections

Family Reflections is a virtual program designed for grieving families with children ages 5-17. Family Reflections celebrates family strengths, honors loved ones who have died, and creates opportunities for fun and...

Free

Caring for Children at End of Life (CNE)

To effectively care for pediatric patients and families, it is essential that a care team has an understanding of what to expect in the care of the child, as well as what additional resources may be needed. We will review the multifactorial needs of children and their families at end of life using an interdisciplinary...

Event Series Family Reflections

Family Reflections

Family Reflections is a virtual program designed for grieving families with children ages 5-17. Family Reflections celebrates family strengths, honors loved ones who have died, and creates opportunities for fun and connection within and between grieving families. The program will allow you to engage in fun family art projects, group games, and small group discussions with...

Free

Writing Workshop: A Letter to My Loved One (via Zoom)

Writing can be a tool for connecting and healing, for reflecting on the experience of grief, and for acknowledging what is lost while also affirming all that endures. This workshop will provide prompts and musing for participants to employ as they compose a letter to their loved one. No writing experience is necessary, and sharing...

Free

“Being Mortal” – A discussion on the PBS Frontline documentary

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...

Mindfulness Meditation for Grief and Healing via Zoom

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of engaging and exploring the innate healing potential of the body and mind through awareness of sitting posture, gentle movement, and the breath. The experience of sharing and practicing mindfulness meditation in community encourages a deeper sense of the present moment, reduces stress and anxiety, and helps us move toward...

Free

A Team Approach to Pain Management (Contact Hour)

Pain is the number one fear of people facing serious and terminal illnesses. This session will review the total pain concept and address the role each member of the interdisciplinary...

CANCELLED – “Fun in the Sun” Live Car Show

Hendrick Center for Automotive Excellence 6851 Perry Creek Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States

The "Fun in the Sun" Fall live car show, hosted by Corvettes International and benefitting Transitions LifeCare, is open to all cars (muscle cars, pony cars, street rods, classic cars,...

Advance Care Planning – 5 Wishes

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

Exploring Grief Through Expressive Arts via Zoom

Join us for this four-session virtual expressive arts group. Facilitators will guide participants through a series of homework prompts for exploring grief through art-making and creativity. Each week, the group will meet virtually to share and discuss their creative journey through grief. Participants can use a creative medium of their choice (drawing, writing, photography, nature...

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. Registration is required to receive a meeting code. Please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, October 7 Communicating My Needs Thursday, October 14 Who Am I Now? Thursday, October...

Free

Writing Workshop: A Letter to My Loved One

Writing can be a tool for connecting and healing, for reflecting on the experience of grief, and for acknowledging what is lost while also affirming all that endures. This workshop will provide prompts and musings for participants to employ as they compose a letter to their loved one. At the conclusion of the workshop, participants...

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. Registration is required to receive a meeting code. Please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, October 7 Communicating My Needs Thursday, October 14 Who Am I Now? Thursday, October...

Free

Preparing for Grief Through the Holidays (1.0 Contact Hour)

Grief feelings and reactions can intensify and be triggered by the holiday season. Taking care of yourself involves care on many levels: emotionally, physically, spiritually, socially, and as a family. This session will explore practical ways to care for yourself and those you care for and to “survive” and cope with grief throughout the upcoming...

Exploring Grief Through Expressive Arts via Zoom

Join us for this four-session virtual expressive arts group. Facilitators will guide participants through a series of homework prompts for exploring grief through art-making and creativity. Each week, the group will meet virtually to share and discuss their creative journey through grief. Participants can use a creative medium of their choice (drawing, writing, photography, nature...

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. Registration is required to receive a meeting code. Please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Thursday, October 7 Communicating My Needs Thursday, October 14 Who Am I Now? Thursday, October...

Free

Understanding Grief and Loss – Preparing for the holidays

This presentation defines the differences between loss, grief and mourning as we explore how to effectively help those who are grieving while taking care of ourselves. We will also discuss additional bereavement resources and services that are available for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. After signing up you will receive...

Mindfulness Meditation for Grief and Healing via Zoom

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of engaging and exploring the innate healing potential of the body and mind through awareness of sitting posture, gentle movement, and the breath. The experience of sharing and practicing mindfulness meditation in community encourages a deeper sense of the present moment, reduces stress and anxiety, and helps us move toward...

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. Registration is required to receive a meeting code. Please call 919.719.7199. Understanding Grief Tuesday, November 2 Communicating My Needs Tuesday, November 9 Who Am I Now? Tuesday, November...

Free