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2024 Grief Talks Conference

2024 Grief Talks Conference

Grief Interrupted:
Creating Space for All Experiences of Loss

Wednesday, February 28, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

FREE OF CHARGE, CEUs PROVIDED

We all have experiences of grief and loss, yet some individuals and communities are not afforded the space to grieve in a way that they need or want to. Their grief in many ways is interrupted.

Join us for the 2024 Grief Talks conference as we work to elevate our understanding of the unique needs of grievers and create space for all experiences of grief and loss.

Registration is required. You can also register by going to bit.ly/grieftalksregister.

Watch Keynote Speaker Linda Thai share her excitement about this year's Conference!

Keynote speaker, Linda Thai

Linda Thai

Linda Thai LMSW (she, her) is a trauma therapist who specializes in cutting edge brain- and body-based modalities for the healing of complex developmental trauma.

As an educator and consultant, she is gifted with the capacity to contextualize, synthesize and communicate complex and nuanced issues pertaining to trauma, attachment and the nervous system, including the impact of oppressive systems upon identity, mental health and well-being.

Linda is passionate about breaking the cycle of historical and intergenerational trauma at the individual and community levels and deeply believes in the healing power of coming together in community to grieve.

Born in Vietnam, raised in Australia, and now living in Alaska, Linda is a former child refugee who is not only redefining what it means to be Vietnamese, to be Australian, and to be a United States-ian…, she is redefining what it means to be wounded and whole and a healer.

Objectives

Following the conference, participants will be able to:

  • Distinguish between the grieving experiences of children and adults.
  • Illustrate how interrupted grief (especially for historically underserved populations) impacts people of all ages who are grieving.
  • Apply 3–4 new principles to enhance grief support for children and families.
  • Illustrate 2–3 ways in which participants can contribute to a more grief-informed community.
  • Identify 2–3 ways in which participants can support themselves while engaging in grief work.

Accreditation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the essential areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through joint providership of Allegheny General Hospital and Highmark Caring Place. 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 § 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.

Pennsylvania Act 48 Credits

This program has been designed by the Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit, a PDE-approved provider, or its subcontractor, to meet PDE criteria for the award of Act 48 hours, which may or may not be PIL approved. Act 48 hours for this activity may or may not be eligible for award based on your school entity's professional education plan. It is your responsibility as an educator to ensure that you participate in appropriate, content-specific professional development.

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).

2023 Grief Talks Conference

2023 Grief Talks Conference

Tell Me About It:
Real Conversations Around Grief and Loss

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

FREE OF CHARGE, CEUs PROVIDED

Thank you to everyone who attended our second annual Grief Talks Conference. We heard from expert presenters on topics of grief and loss, and learned from our entire community of grievers!

If you weren't able to attend the conference, there’s still an opportunity to participate. The keynote presentation and workshops were all recorded and are available for viewing on our continuing education platform. And you can still get CEUs for viewing the recordings! To view this content, please visit the CME webpage under Enduring Materials and look for "Grief Talks Conference 2023."

If you don't have an account yet with the CME, you can create a free account to view the conference workshops and obtain CEUs!

About the 2023 Conference

Anyone who has experienced grief knows that it is messy and complicated. The 2023 Grief Talks Conference highlighted real experiences in grief, allowing participants to learn from a community of grievers and find connection with others who understand.

Videos from the Conference are opportunities to learn from a nationally recognized keynote speaker and to participate in engaging workshops facilitated by experts in the field. We welcome you to join us in becoming a catalyst for change and in supporting hope for those who are grieving.

Keynote speaker, Nora McInerny

Nora McInerny

Keynote speaker, Nora McInerny, is the best-selling author of the memoirs It's Okay To Laugh, (Crying Is Cool Too) and No Happy Endings, as well as The Hot Young Widows Club.

She hosts the award-winning podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking, and has spoken on TED’s mainstage.

Nora is a comedian and master storyteller known for her dedication to bringing heart and levity to the difficult and uncomfortable conversations most of us try to avoid, and also for being very tall. She was voted Most Humorous by the Annunciation Catholic School Class of 1997.

Accreditation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the essential areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through joint providership of Allegheny General Hospital and Highmark Caring Place. 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 § 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.