Programs

KEYNOTE SPEECHES

1. BUILDING RESILIENCE AND HOPE
In the aftermath of a life changing event, how do you move forward in a healthy way?

You will learn:
 How to begin the process of putting one foot in front of the other
 How to identify and break down obstacles
 How to create coping tools for the journey
 How to find a new “normal”
 How to rediscover hope

 2. THE POWER OF PRESENCE  
Accompanying someone through a difficult time is one of the greatest gifts you can give another human being.

You will learn: 
 What it means to accompany another person
 How to identify your unique accompanying gifts
 How to reach out to a person who is suffering
 How to take care of yourself as you accompany another
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BREAKOUT OR WORKSHOP OPTIONS
FOR DOCTORS, NURSES AND ALLIED HEALTH CARE WORKERS
1. WHAT DO CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES NEED?  
 Jefri illustrates the vital role healthcare workers can play as she takes you through the 
journey of her 11 year old daughter’s battle with cancer.

You will learn:
 Effective communication strategies for critically ill or end of life patients
 How to honor an end of life patient
 What you can “give” to an end of life patient and their family
 Patients don’t just want to know what you know; they want to know that you care

2. CONVERSATIONS WITH HEATHER ABOUT DEATH: A MOTHER SPEAKS
In our “death phobic” society talking about end of life can be a daunting task. When the dying person
 is someone you love it can seem overwhelming and impossible.

You will learn:
 The content of 5 specific conversations Jefri had with her Daughter Heather about death
 The advantages to talking about the elephant in the room
 How these conversations helped Heather and Jefri see this journey through
 The power of sharing vulnerability