Coping with Grief and Honoring Loss

Coping with Grief and Honoring Loss: Join us for a Special Circle at MNCHWA

Description:  Loss and grief are a part of all of our lives, yet navigating grief can feel overwhelming. It can be a struggle to cope with the death of a loved one. At the February session,  we provided education about grief and introduced the concept of using circles as sacred spaces of support. This month, we invite you to join us for a grief and loss circle just for MNCHWA members! The facilitators will guide the creation of collective agreements and offer prompts for sharing. Participants are encouraged to share stories and experiences. We aim to build a safe space to honor loss, integrate grief, and support one another.

Presenter Bios: 

Maureen Burns (she/her/ella) is a CHW/Promotora de Salud and the director of Community Health at The HAP Foundation. Maureen leads the HAP CHW team, which serves Chicago, suburban Cook County, and Lake County. She has over 20 years of experience working in health care and a Bachelor of Arts degree in community health, culture, and aging, and a Master's degree in Public Health.

Jony Vargas (he/him/él) is a bilingual CHW/Promotor de Salud serving Lake County, Illinois, providing free community education and linking patients and loved ones to supportive resources within their community.