Published on October 16, 2024
Enhance Your Grief Support Skills: Learn from Experts and Earn CE Credits at the Tennessee Conference on Grief
Are you a clinician or community member looking to deepen your understanding of grief and improve your skills in supporting others? Join Alive for the Tennessee Conference on Grief, a two-day event designed to help professionals and community members alike enhance their ability to provide grief support. Learn from leading experts, stay updated on the latest research, and connect with peers who share your passion for making a difference in the lives of those experiencing loss.
We’re thrilled to announce that the conference will feature a special presentation from mental health motivational speaker and bestselling author Reggie D. Ford. Reggie’s insights on overcoming adversity and mental health advocacy have inspired many, and you can learn more about him and his TEDx Talk at reggiedford.com.
Whether you’re looking to gain new insights or further your professional development, this conference offers a wealth of knowledge through engaging sessions. Plus, enjoy a complimentary lunch while expanding your network and skills in a meaningful way.
Why Attend?
- Hear from top grief experts
- Stay informed on the latest research in grief support
- Network with like-minded peers and professionals
- Earn valuable continuing education credits (NBCC approved, Approval No. SP-4703)
- Enjoy a complimentary lunch
Event Details
Pre-Conference (Half-Day) – Supporting Grieving Children and Teens
Wednesday, November 6 | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $50
Main Conference (Full Day)
Thursday, November 7 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $100
Location:
The Honey Alexander Center
2400 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
Special Discount: Register for both days and pay just $135!
Speaker Schedule
*Tennessee Conference on Grief has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Sessions approved for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Alive is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-4703.
Pre-Conference – November 6
- 12:30 PM – Dr. Jessika Boles: What We Know Now about Grief: Research with Children and Families (1 CE)
- 1:45 PM – Dr. Rachel McRoberts: Grief in Childhood: Healing Through Play & Ritual (1 CE)
- 3:00 PM – Dr. Tracy Hills & Dr. Michelle Reising: Supporting Children and Adolescents through Serious Illness (1 CE)
Main Conference – November 7
- 8:30 AM – Alesia Alexander, LCSW, CT: Values Orientation and Grief: Centering Practices for Self & Inclusive Engagement with Families (1.5 CE)
- 10:15 AM – Dr. Joy Samuels: Shattered Assumptions: Working with Clients Whose World Has Been Turned Upside Down (1.25 CE)
- 12:15 PM – Special presentation from mental health motivational speaker and bestselling author: Reggie D. Ford
- 1:00 PM – Amy Lyles Wilson: The Power of Your Personal Story: How Writing Helps Caring Professionals Tend to Themselves—and Others (1.25 CE)
- 2:30 PM – Elizabeth Power, M.Ed.: Sustaining Vitality as a Grief Care Worker
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact in the lives of those you serve.
Register Now! Registration closes on November 1.
Questions or need special accommodations?
Contact Laura Gay Clark, Alive’s Mission-Based Services Program Manager:
lclark@alivehospice.org | 615-679-4328
We look forward to seeing you there!
