Lunch and Learn | Understanding Grief in Older Adults (Rescheduled for 3/19)

This Lunch and Learn event focuses on understanding grief in later life and how loss uniquely impacts older adults. This introductory session will explore the emotional, physical, social, and cognitive aspects of grief in aging populations; how grief may surface in senior living communities, caregiving environments, and families; and simple, practical ways to offer meaningful support. Whether you’re a caregiver, service provider, family member, or community partner, this session will help you feel more informed, confident, and compassionate when supporting older adults through their grief. Lunch will be provided. Individuals with dietary restrictions or food allergies are encouraged to bring their own lunch.

Participants will learn to:

• Define grief and loss in the context of aging

• Explore how grief reactions may look different in older adults

• Recognize the unique grief needs that can arise in later life

• Support older adults with sensitivity, respect, and empowerment

• Dispel common myths and assumptions about grief and aging

• Understand cultural and generational differences in grieving

• Identify when an older adult may need additional or specialized support

• Explore the critical role of community, connection, and routine in healing for seniors

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Training will take place in Suite 160.