Hospice of the Chesapeake

Thoughtful Endings: Planning Your Legacy
2018-08-01 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Spring Arbor of Severna Park, 345 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, 21146, United States
Please join Hospice of the Chesapeake for an informational workshop hosted by
Spring Arbor of Severna Park.
Light refreshments will be served.
Join us for an interactive workshop as we discuss different ways one can leave a
permanent impact on our community and future generations.
We will cover the basics of legal, financial and healthcare planning and the documents
that you should have in place to protect your loved ones as part of your legacy.
Presenters: Debbi McGlauflin, Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation; Margo Cook,
CFRE, 1 North Wealth Services and Michael Lehr, J.D., Holden & Campbell
To RSVP or for more information, please email svmktg@hhhunt.com

Docent-led tour of "Beauty in Maryland" in Gallery 90
2018-07-20 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
The scenes are familiar to Marylanders; the sun setting behind the statehouse dome, a gull’s wings skimming the glassy waters of the shore. They are among 25 glimpses into nature, mostly of Maryland, captured through the lens of Susan Feimer Gallagher, the artist featured on the walls of Gallery 90.
Thanks to Hospice of the Chesapeake’s healing arts partner, Chesapeake Arts Center, 25 of Gallagher’s pieces are on display through Aug. 9 in the gallery throughout the nonprofit’s administrative building on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. The show, “Beauty in Maryland,” portrays mostly outdoor shots of nature, primarily set in The Free State.
Gallagher has been around cameras all her life. Her father, Bill Feimer, was a crime lab photographer for the Baltimore City Police Department and did wedding photography on the side. She started accompanying her dad to weddings when she was 11, and eventually served as his second shooter. Though she took some photography courses in college, she limited her camera work over the next several decades to chronicling her children as they grew up. About seven years ago, she started looking through her viewfinder as an artist rather than as a mom.
Gallery 90 was established to realize the vision of creating a harmonious work environment for Hospice of the Chesapeake administrative staff and visiting nurses, caregivers and volunteers who work directly with patients and their families.
Free docent-led tours will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. July 20. For reservations, or to schedule a private tour for your group, contact Renate Little at rlittle@hospicechesapeake.org or 443-837-1512.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Weekly Morning Group
2018-07-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For individuals grieving a spouse or non-married life partner. A facilitated four-week support group offering attendees an opportunity to explore grief themes and share strategies for healing within a community of trust.

Registration Required: Please call (410) 987-2129.

Grief 101
2018-06-22 09:00 - 12:15 (America/Halifax) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Presenter: Roberta Rook, LCPC, Bereavement Counselor
Grief is a natural response to the death of a loved one, and uniquely affects each person physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually and socially. This training provides an introduction to the universal grief process, the unique ways in which individuals experience and express grief, and a basic overview of how culture impacts grief in American society. How models of grief processes are applied in grief counseling will also be explored. Cost is $40. Free to Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Coffee and fruit will be provided.
3.0 Category I continuing education units for social workers licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Chesapeake Life Center at Hospice of the Chesapeake is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs and maintains full responsibility for this program. This training qualifies for Category I continuing education units.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-06-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 11, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

Quilter's Reception for 'Wrapped In Love' Quilt Show in Gallery 90
2018-06-08 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Gallery 90, the art gallery located throughout the nonprofit’s administrative building on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway in Pasadena, will feature “Wrapped in Love,” an exhibit of some of the many lap quilts created and donated by individuals and guilds to bring comfort to patients in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties.
Local quilting circles have provided hundreds of quilts with a patriotic theme to give to Veterans as part of Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Honor Salutes over the past several years. They also have crafted quilts for its other patients, including whimsically themed quilts for pediatric patients.
Of the 12 quilts gracing the walls through June 20, one will see works by the Down’s Park Quilting Club, Friendship Quilters, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Quilters, Great Circle Quilting Club and Cathie Logie. Other guilds regularly donating to patients include Comfort Quilters, Eternal Quilters and St. Paul Lutheran Church of Crofton Quilters. One guild that crochets afghans is Patterns of Faith.
A quilters’ reception will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, June 8. To register for the reception, or to schedule a private, docent-led tour of the exhibit, contact Renate Little at 443-837-1512 or rlittle@hospicechesapeake.org.

Fashion for a Cause 2018
2018-06-07 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Porsche Annapolis, 20 Hudson Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join us for the 10th Annual Fashion for a Cause! Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Morning Grief Support Group
2018-06-07 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
A facilitated four-week support group offering attendees an opportunity to explore grief themes and share strategies for healing with-in a community of trust.

*Registration closes 1 week before start of this group
Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Lunch & Learn: Thoughtful Endings – Planning Your Legacy
2018-06-04 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway, Glen Burnie, 21060
Making the most of your life doesn’t just happen. It takes planning. By talking with experts, people can make informed decisions and learn how to relay this important information to their families, so they can plan for the best ending ever.
A great starting point is Courageous Conversations, a series of discussions about some of life’s most important choices hosted by Hospice of the Chesapeake at the Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway.
Sponsored by the John & Cathy Belcher Institute, an education and advocacy collaborative advancing the understanding of complex illness care at Hospice of the Chesapeake, the discussions are part of the nonprofit’s efforts to encourage a national dialogue about end-of-life.
Lunch & Learn: “Thoughtful Endings – Planning Your Legacy”
Noon to 1:30 p.m., Monday, June 4
Bring a brown bag lunch and join a team of experts for an interactive session on how to leave behind a legacy. Deborah McGlauflin with the Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation who also is an end-of-life specialist, certified financial planner Margo Cook with 1 North Wealth Services and estate and trust attorney Michael Lehr with the law firm of Holden & Campbell will discuss different ways one can leave a permanent impact on the community and future generations. Light refreshments will be served.
These events are free. Registration is not required, however, seating is limited. For details, call 443-837-1527 or visit www.hospicechesapeake.org.

Pet Loss Workshop
2018-06-03 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat, 439 W Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD, 21035, United States
This small group workshop includes a welcome, a time to share individual stories , an introduction to the grief process, an art activity to honor the beloved pet, brainstorming and suggestions for healthy coping.

Please R.S.V.P. to Erin at ebogan@dogwoodacres.com or call (410) 798-4776.

Mothers Day Tea
2018-05-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
We invite you to a special reflective and healing gathering for women and girls (ages 12 and up) grieving the loss of a mother or grandmother.
Fee: $10

Registration is required. Please call 888-507-7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Growing through Grief: What the Sacred Sorrow of Grief Can Teach Us
2018-05-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway, Glen Burnie, 21060
Making the most of your life doesn’t just happen. It takes planning. By talking with experts, people can make informed decisions and learn how to relay this important information to their families, so they can plan for the best ending ever.
A great starting point is Courageous Conversations, a series of discussions about some of life’s most important choices hosted by Hospice of the Chesapeake at the Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway.
Sponsored by the John & Cathy Belcher Institute, an education and advocacy collaborative advancing the understanding of complex illness care at Hospice of the Chesapeake, the discussions are part of the nonprofit’s efforts to encourage a national dialogue about end-of-life.
Growing through Grief: What the Sacred Sorrow of Grief Can Teach Us
7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 8
Explore the grieving process with Chesapeake Life Center Director Susan Coale and Hospice of the Chesapeake Social Worker Cassie Bloom, both licensed clinical social workers. Learn what is “normal,” what to expect, how to manage your own grief and help those around you.

These events are free. Registration is not required, however, seating is limited. For details, call 443-837-1527 or visit www.hospicechesapeake.org.

Rhythmic Expression - Drumming Through Your Grief
2018-05-05 10:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
Calling all teens! Have you ever struggled to express yourself using words? Felt completely alone in your grief, like no one gets you? You are not alone. Musician & drummer, Josh Robinson, has presented his unique workshops, Language of Drumming, around the country. Participants make their own drums. We all have a unique beat!

Free of charge; lunch will be provided. RSVP is required: Please call (410) 987-2129.

Emily Schindler Lecture - Beyond the Woods: Childhood Grief, Spirituality and Nature Therapy
2018-05-02 09:00 - 12:15 (America/Halifax) | Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, 5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle, Baltimore, MD, 21224, United States
Location Details:
The Richard A. Grossi Auditorium
at the Asthma & Allergy Center
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle
Baltimore, MD 21224
*Registration is required. Please scroll down to register online, or call 888.501.7077 for more information.
About the Lecture
Childhood bereavement is experienced through the duality of dealing with the numerous aspects of the loss and adapting to the changes resulting from the loss. Join Dr. Fisher as she explores childhood grief and spirituality and discusses a nature-based resiliency model that promotes healing and overall wellness.
3 Category 1 CE credits for social workers licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Workers. Chesapeake Life Center at Hospice of the Chesapeake is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
The Maryland Board of Professional Counselors& Therapists certifies that this program meets the criteria for 3.0 credit hours of Category 1 continuing education for Counselors and Therapists in Maryland.
Meet the Presenter
Cheryl Fisher, PhD, NCC, LCPC, is a licensed clinical professional counselor and counselor-educator with 30 years of clinical and educational experience with individuals, families and children. She is a certified trauma professional and Jungian Play Therapist with extensive clinical experience working with trauma, grief and loss in all ages.
An international presenter, Dr. Fisher conducts research in the areas of nature and mental health, in addition to spirituality and meaning-construction. One of her current research interests includes the examination of human-nature connection and spirituality in overall wellness. Dr. Fisher is currently writing a book examining the preventative and rehabilitative elements of engaging in nature titled, Mindfulness, Nature-Based and Creative Interventions for Kids, which informs this presentation.
She is a columnist- The Counseling Connoisseur- for Counseling Today Online. Dr. Fisher has a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in the integration of psychology and spirituality, and an M.S. in Pastoral Counseling from Loyola University Maryland.
About Emily Schindler
Emily was a freshman at Frostburg State University when she was tragically killed in a car accident. Emily’s short life was filled with friends, family and a genuine sense of happiness. Her thoughtfulness and concern for others continue on through the Emily Schindler Memorial Lecture. She would be honored to know she is helping to train others in providing compassionate care to those who are hurting.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-04-30 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. April 30, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

26th Annual Caregivers' Conference
2018-04-21 08:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis, 210 Holiday Court, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Providing Information to Family Caregivers, Social Workers, Nurses, Home Care Workers, Long-Term Care Facility Workers and Other Professional Caregivers and Interested Individuals.
The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities has once again teamed with local organizations and businesses to provide a day filled with useful and educational information and resources for both informal and professional caregivers. Topics will provide caregivers with practical tools and essential information. In addition, caregivers will have a chance to network with fellow caregivers. Vendors from local businesses and non -profit organizations will be on hand to share resources and information to assist you with your caregiving needs.
For more information about the event and to register, click here.

Volunteer Appreciation Week - Lunch with Ben
2018-04-20 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Come to our Pasadena office and have lunch with our CEO, Ben Marcantonio, and other leadership.
The Volunteer Department will be hosting one event each day between April 16 – 20th in appreciation of the hard work of all of our volunteers.
To register for one or more events, click here. The password to register is Volunteer.
Please note: this event is only open to current Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.

Volunteer Appreciation Week - Music & Mingling
2018-04-19 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake’s Prince George’s County office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Kick back and relax with happy hour and live music with fellow volunteers!
The Volunteer Department will be hosting one event each day between April 16 – 20th in appreciation of the hard work of all of our volunteers.
To register for one or more events, click here. The password to register is Volunteer.
Please note: this event is only open to current Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.

Volunteer Appreciation Week - Wellness Wednesday
2018-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Enjoy a healthy day including food and exercise for both the mind and body.
The Volunteer Department will be hosting one event each day between April 16 – 20th in appreciation of the hard work of all of our volunteers.
To register for one or more events, click here. The password to register is Volunteer.
Please note: this event is only open to current Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.

Loss of Life Partner/Spouse Monthly Morning Group
2018-04-18 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
For individuals grieving a spouse or non-married life partner. Please call for childcare availability.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Volunteer Appreciation Week - Ice Cream Social
2018-04-17 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Come mingle with fellow volunteers and our Volunteer Department staff while building your own sundae!
The Volunteer Department will be hosting one event each day between April 16 – 20th in appreciation of the hard work of all of our volunteers.
To register for one or more events, click here. The password to register is Volunteer.
Please note: this event is only open to current Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.

Volunteer Appreciation Week - Breakfast
2018-04-16 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Come and enjoy breakfast goodies made by our very own volunteer department team members!
The Volunteer Department will be hosting one event each day between April 16 – 20th in appreciation of the hard work of all of our volunteers.
To register for one or more events, click here. The password to register is Volunteer.
Please note: this event is only open to current Hospice of the Chesapeake volunteers.

Safe Passages: Finding Comfort at the End of Life
2018-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway, Glen Burnie, 21060
Making the most of your life doesn’t just happen. It takes planning. By talking with experts, people can make informed decisions and learn how to relay this important information to their families, so they can plan for the best ending ever.
A great starting point is Courageous Conversations, a series of discussions about some of life’s most important choices hosted by Hospice of the Chesapeake at the Glen Burnie Regional Library, 1010 Eastway.
Sponsored by the John & Cathy Belcher Institute, an education and advocacy collaborative advancing the understanding of complex illness care at Hospice of the Chesapeake, the discussions are part of the nonprofit’s efforts to encourage a national dialogue about end-of-life.
Safe Passages: Finding Comfort at the End of Life
7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 10
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care? How do you recognize when that care is needed and where do you find services? Hospice of the Chesapeake physician Dr. Rudolph Willis and certified registered nurse practitioner Genevieve Lightfoot-Taylor will share their expertise and answer these and other questions about finding comfort with chronic illnesses and end-of-life care.
These events are free. Registration is not required, however, seating is limited. For details, call 443-837-1527 or visit www.hospicechesapeake.org.

2018 Gala - A Night on the Isle of Moorea
2018-04-07 17:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport Hotel, 1739 West Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090, United States
Join us for a night of good food, good fun, and good company – all for a great cause! Click here to access our Gala event page with more information on the event, tickets, sponsorships and more.

Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration
2018-03-29 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport Hotel, 1739 West Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090, United States
Click here to purchase tickets for the event.
Kindly RSVP by March 15th. Preregistration is required for all guests; seating is limited.
Tickets are free for each Veteran and one guest. Two additional guests for each Veteran and Community Members may attend at $30 per person.

Timeline
4:00 PM – Doors open to meet with fellow Veterans and talk with representatives about Veterans resources. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Cash bar available.
5:30-6:30 PM – Formal Program

For questions, please call 443-837-1513 or email veterans@hospicechesapeake.org.

Gone Too Soon: An 'unhappy hour' for ages 18 to 24
2018-03-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Starbucks, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146, 503 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD, Maryland, 21146
Young men and women experience a time of transition that includes many endings and beginnings. When they lose a loved one, it can be difficult to find other young adults experiencing similar losses. They often will reach out through social media. Still, there is a disconnect when conversing online.
To help young adults ages 18 to 24 make that connection, Chesapeake Life Center will host “Gone Too Soon” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 22, at the Starbucks at 503 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park. Co-facilitated by CLC Bereavement Counselor Joy McCrady, this “unhappy hour” will be a time to sip coffee, nosh on snacks and connect with other young adults who are grieving, whether the loss is recent or long passed.
The gathering is free. Registration is appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome. To register, call 1-888-501-7077.

Exploring the Grief of Addiction & Overdose Death
2018-03-16 09:00 - 12:15 (America/Halifax) | Chesapeake Life Center – Largo Office, 9500 Medical Center Drive, Suite 250, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
With an increase in substance use disorders and overdose deaths in communities around the country, clinicians with less experience in addiction and overdose are often asked to serve family members being touched by this epidemic. This session provides a foundation to understanding the needs and evidence-based tools for helping families impacted by the opioid crisis. This session will assist professionals in understanding the unique aspects of family grief while experiencing addiction within the family and coping with a substance-related death.
3.0 Category I continuing education units for social workers licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Friday, March 16, 2018 9 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Coffee and light breakfast will be provided.)
Registration Required – Limited Space is Available. Please see below to register online, or call 888.501.7077.
Chesapeake Life Center at Hospice of the Chesapeake is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs and maintains full responsibility for this program. This training qualifies for Category I continuing education units.
Presenter: Litsa Williams MA, LCSW-C
Litsa Williams MA, LCSW-C is the co-founder of the grief website and support community ‘What’s Your Grief’, as well as the grief expression sites ‘Photogrief’ and ‘Grief In Six Words’. Before founding What’s Your Grief, Litsa worked with patients and families at end of life in circumstances of unexpected and traumatic losses, supporting families and providing ongoing grief and bereavement support in the years following a death. Feeling frustrated with the online and print materials that were available for grievers, she co-founded What’s Your Grief as a resource offering concrete, practical, creative, down-to-earth, and accessible grief support. What’s Your Grief offers hundreds of articles on all topics around grief and loss, print resources to support grievers, grief-focused ecourses, a podcast, grief book club, and in-person support including workshops and support groups. With a background in substance abuse services in addition to grief, Litsa and the WYG team provide specific and targeted grief support and education to families grieving the ambiguous loss of having a family member with a substance use disorder, as well as to those who have lost a loved one to overdose.

Evening Grief Support Group - Pasadena
2018-03-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
THIS GROUP IS FULL. Contact us for alternative groups or counseling.
A facilitated six-week support group offering attendees an opportunity to explore grief themes and share strategies for healing within a community of trust.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Morning Grief Support Group - Pasadena
2018-03-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Chesapeake Life Center – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, US
A facilitated six-week support group offering an opportunity to share with others while exploring coping strategies.

Pre-registration is required. Please call 888.501.7077 or email griefinfo@chesapeakelifecenter.org for more information.

Laura Oliver Writing Workshop for Teens
2018-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Hospice of the Chesapeake – John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD, 21122, United States
Please scroll down to register. If preferred, you may call 410-987-2129.
When loss writes a new chapter into our lives, we can lose our grip on the thread of the positive, powerful tale of who we are and who we meant to be. Or, we can put pen to paper and write the next chapter the way we want it to be.
That is what award-winning author Laura Oliver will do when she presents two interactive workshops, “Your Brain on Story! Using the Power of Words to Transform Grief,” at Chesapeake Life Center on the John & Cathy Belcher Campus at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland. The first workshop will be held from 9:30 to noon, Saturday, Feb. 24, and is designed for adult participants. The second workshop, designed for teenagers, will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 10.
By exploring the power of story and words, participants whose life stories have been interrupted by loss, can write a new chapter evoking hope and well-being.
During the workshops, Oliver will share techniques for manifesting change based upon research about the way the brain responds to words. “Changing a life from within is not magic, it’s mind,” she said. “It is a brain thing. Literally.”
The workshops are open to the community and do not require any writing skill. Participants can share their stories or they can write privately. It is up to each individual.
Author of “The Story Within,” Oliver’s short stories and essays have appeared in numerous regional and national publications. She has a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing and literature from Bennington College and has taught writing at the University of Maryland and St. John’s College. Learn more about Oliver at http://www.thestorywithin.com.
The Feb. 24 workshop is open to adults ages 18 and older and costs $25, which includes a copy of “The Story Within.” The March 10 workshop is open to ages 13 to 18 and is free to attend.
