In partnership with Walker Funeral Homes, Hospice of Northwest Ohio will sponsor Healing Your Grieving Heart When Someone You Love has Died on Monday, April 19 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm for the community; and Death, Grief and Mourning - Essential Caregiving Principles and Practices on Tuesday, April 20 from 8:30 am - Noon for professionals --- both at Parkway Place Event and Conference Center, Maumee.

These compassionate programs will enhance knowledge and skills related to supporting people experiencing grief and loss. Dr. Wolfelt will explore a multitude of sub-topics surrounding grief care. Participants will go away with a wealth of knowledge as they explore the transformative nature of grief.

Registration for both programs is free, but must be done in advance by calling 419-841-2519.

Founder and Director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition in Fort Collins, CO, Dr. Wolfelt is an expert in the area of grief and bereavement. His methodologies are highly regarded by bereavement and counseling professionals across the United States and his books are often used as a resource. He is best known for his model of "companioning" versus "treating" mourners.

The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Larry King Live Show and NBC's Today Show have all relied on Dr. Wolfelt's grief commentary. He has published many articles and books on the subject over the past three decades including Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing in Your Heart; The Journey Through Grief: Reflections on Healing; Healing the Bereaved Child; Healing a Spouse's Grieving Heart; Creating Meaningful Funeral Experiences: A Guide for Caregivers; and When Your Pet Dies.

Dr. Wolfelt is a faculty member of the University of Colorado Medical School's Department of Family Medicine. He also presents numerous workshops each year for professionals and community groups across the country on the topics of grief and bereavement.

To learn more about Dr. Wolfelt, visit his website at www.centerforloss.com. To learn more about Hospice of Northwest Ohio, browse our website.