About ParentCare
ParentCare is a support group made up of Parents Helping Parents who have suffered the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or early infant death up to 28 days. The group meets on the third Thursday of every month to share experiences, exchange information, and generally support one another through a difficult and often lonely time.
Any parent, family member or friend that has been touched by the loss of a baby is welcome to attend. Meetings take place in a relaxed and supportive environment with confidentiality assured.
Edmonton Baby Loss Support Group Meetings
ParentCare meets the third Thursday of every month from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Mother Rosalie Health Services Centre
Misericordia Hospital
16930 – 87 Avenue,
Edmonton, AB
Park Memorial Presents:
Exploring Critical Questions
for When Someone Dies
A Community Seminar with Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.
Author – Educator – Grief Counselor
Wednesday, April 18, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Mayfield Inn & Suites, Mayfield Road & 109 Ave, Edmonton
Purpose:
We look forward to having you join us for this evening of hope and healing. Someone in your life has died. You are now faced with many critical questions related to your grief and mourning. This compassionate program will help you explore these questions and provide you the support you need.
Why This Program:
The capacity to love requires the need to mourn when someone you love dies. Don’t miss this opportunity to spend an evening with one of North America’s leading grief counselors and authors. Dr. Wolfelt can and will help you feel support in your grief.
Agenda:
- Will I grieve this loss, or will I mourn this loss?
- Will I befriend the feelings that flow from this loss, or will I deny, repress, or inhibit them?
- Will I be a “passive witness” in my grief?
- Will I embrace the uniqueness of my grief experience, or will I assume I mourn like everyone else?
- Will I identify the six needs of mourning and work on them, or will I fall victim to the cliché “time heals all wounds?”
- Will I move toward “reconciliation” of my grief, or will I believe I must come to a complete “resolution” of my grief?
- Will I embrace my transformation from this loss, or will I keep trying to get my old self back?
- Will this loss add to my “divine spark,” or will it take away my life force?
Who Should Attend:
This compassionate program will be helpful to anyone who is experiencing grief in their lives. If you know anyone who may benefit from this opportunity to embrace hope and healing, please let them know about this program. We look forward to having you join us.
Complimentary Registration:
There is no fee to attend but seating is limited, therefore we encourage you to register and reserve your seat as soon as possible. Call Park Memorial Funeral Home at 780-426-0050 or toll free at 1-877-426-0050 to register.
6:15 p.m. – Doors Open (Book Sales Available)
7:00 p.m. – Seminar Begins
9:00 p.m. – Seminar Adjourns
Complimentary coffee, tea and treats
Book Sales:
Many of Dr. Wolfelt’s books will be on site and available for sale at our Book Sales table. Cash, debit and credit cards will be accepted.
Parking:
Free parking is available surrounding the hotel. Parking also available in the Mayfield’s Trade Center parking lot at the north-west corner of the hotel.
About the Presenter:
Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt is a noted author, educator, and grief counselor. Recipient of the Association for Death Education and Counseling’s Death Educator Award, he serves as the Director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition in Fort Collins, Colorado.
A frequent guest of the media, Dr. Wolfelt has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, the Larry King Show, the NBC Today Show, and Nick News. He is the author of over thirty books on grief and loss.
About the Sponsor:
Since 1941, Park Memorial Funeral Home has been a family owned and operated funeral home providing service to the communities of Edmonton, Mayerthorpe, Vegreville, Lamont and Smoky Lake. We are committed to giving the most caring and compassionate service to everyone who calls upon us.
We know what’s important to the families we serve. They’re the same values that guide our business… family, community and personal service. Whether you prefer a traditional, religious service or a contemporary, unique celebration, we’ll ensure your funeral ceremony is provided in a dignified and meaningful manner.