Learning and Resources

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 Most people know these conversations are important. Few know where to begin. Life Transitions Education Sessions 2–5 are designed to make the process approachable, practical, and empowering.

In just one hour, you'll gain valuable insights, learn what questions to ask, and discover simple actions that can help you and your loved ones navigate life's transitions with greater confidence and peace of mind. 

When facing a serious illness, individuals and families are often asked to make important healthcare decisions with little understanding of the options available. This session provides a practical introduction to palliative care and hospice care—two approaches that focus on comfort, quality of life, and support for patients and families.

During this one-hour session, participants will learn what these services are, how they differ, when they may be helpful, and how they can support individuals living with serious illness. Whether planning ahead or supporting a loved one, this session offers valuable information for making informed healthcare decisions.

Most people have preferences about their healthcare, yet many never formally communicate or document those wishes. This session introduces the basics of advance directives and the important role of a healthcare agent—the person authorized to speak on your behalf if you are unable to do so.

Participants will learn what advance directives are, why they matter, how they can help guide healthcare decisions, and what authority they do—and do not—provide. Whether you are planning for yourself or helping a loved one prepare for the future, this session offers practical information for ensuring that your voice is heard when it matters most.

This session is designed to be completed in one hour.

Having someone to speak on your behalf is important, but it is equally important to communicate your wishes clearly. This session explores Advance Directives for Health Care and Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) forms, including their purpose, key differences, and when each may be appropriate.

Participants will gain a practical understanding of how these documents can help guide healthcare decisions and ensure that personal preferences are known and respected. Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of their state's Advance Directive and POLST forms for future review and consideration.

This session is designed to be completed in one hour.

Without a clear and well-designed estate plan, the assets you worked hard to build and the belongings that matter most to you may not be protected or passed on as you intended. When plans are not in place, assets can be exposed to risks such as mismanagement, addiction, bankruptcy, divorce, or lack of readiness on the part of those who receive them.

This session offers peace of mind by explaining how a thoughtful estate plan allows you to clearly state who receives your assets and how they are managed. Join us for this one-hour session to learn how to protect what you’ve built and secure your legacy.

This presentation will be led by a state-licensed estate planning attorney.

What decisions will your loved ones have to make if you don't?

Most people spend considerable time planning important life events, yet few take the time to document their wishes for what they would like to happen after their death. As a result, family members are often left to make difficult decisions during a time of grief, uncertainty, and emotional stress.

This practical and engaging session introduces participants to Final Wishes, a comprehensive planning document designed to help record personal preferences and important information. Topics include obituary information, funeral or memorial service preferences, burial or cremation decisions, special readings or music, and post-service gatherings.

Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of Final Wishes to review, complete, and keep for personal use. By taking time to document your preferences, you can provide a meaningful gift to your loved ones—clarity, guidance, and peace of mind when they need it most.

This session is designed to be completed in one hour.

Grief is a natural response to loss and is often associated with the death of a loved one or a pet. However, there are many other forms of grief—such as anticipatory, compounded, and displaced grief—that are less recognized but equally impactful. In this two-hour session, participants will learn how grief shows up in different ways, how it affects individuals over time, and the important role it plays in healing. Join us for a thoughtful exploration of the many dimensions of grief. This session is approximately two hours.

Trauma is not defined only by what happens to us, but by how our bodies and minds respond when an experience overwhelms our ability to cope. These responses can have lasting effects on emotional and mental well-being. This presentation explains the difference between trauma and grief, outlines the three primary types of trauma, and explores why healing is essential. Participants will also learn how unresolved trauma can affect not only individuals, but future generations.

Join us for this in-depth two-hour session to better understand trauma and its far-reaching impact.