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2026 Grief Talks Conference

2026 Grief Talks Conference

Holistic Grief Experiences:
An Integration of Mind, Body and Spirit

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time)

FREE OF CHARGE, CEUs AND ACT 48 CREDITS PROVIDED

Grief is an experience that impacts every domain of our lives in ways that we don't often recognize. Yet it is when we fully explore the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit in navigating loss that we can embrace the path of healing.

Join us for the 2026 Grief Talks Virtual Conference where we will offer a full day of learning and supportive discussions designed to help understand and integrate grief into our lives in ways that foster resilience and well-being.

Registration is required. You can also register by going to https://bit.ly/GriefTalksConference.

Keynote speaker, Annette March-Grier, RN, C.S.F.P.

Annette R. March-Grier

Annette R. March-Grier, a native Baltimorean, is vice president of March Funeral Homes, a registered nurse, a mortician and the visionary of Roberta's House Inc., a non-profit Family Grief Support Center founded in 2007. As President of Roberta's House, Annette has led the way for grief education and support for grieving children and families in Baltimore for more than 41 years.

A teacher, counselor, trainer and leader, in 2021, March-Grier oversaw the construction of the first bereavement center in Baltimore to serve children and families. Among numerous other awards and achievements, Annette received the National Caring Award in 2016 and was selected in 2014 as one of the top ten CNN Heroes for changing the world.

Objectives

After attending the keynote address and concurrent workshops, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the multitude of ways that grief can appear and impact us.
  • Discover the manifestations of grief across a range of life experiences.
  • Identify 2-3 strategies for recognizing and supporting those who are grieving.
  • Explore a variety of holistic approaches that focus on cultivating well-being after loss.

FREE OF CHARGE; CEUs, ACT 48 CREDITS PROVIDED

Accreditation

Allegheny General Hospital is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credits to be determined.

CE for Psychologists

Allegheny Health Network is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Allegheny Health Network maintains responsibility for the program and its content.

CE for Social Workers

Social Workers may claim credits for attending educational courses and programs delivered by pre-approved providers, such as the American Psychological Association (refer to CE for Psychologists above). For verification, please refer to Continuing Education Regulations ยง 47.36 #(6) (ix) found at www.dos.state.pa.us/social. Certificates of attendance will be awarded following the conference provided a completed evaluation form is submitted.

Disclosure of Significant Relationships with Relevant Commercial Companies

In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the policy of Allegheny General Hospital, presenters must disclose all relevant financial relationships, which in the context of their presentation(s), could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest, (e.g., ownership of stock, honorarium, or consulting fees). Any identifiable conflicts will be resolved prior to the activity. Any such relationships will be disclosed to the learner prior to the presentation(s).