Community Resources
Community Events
September 19, 2024
Effective and Enduring Suicide Bereavement Support
Hosted by Roots & Roads
Virtual 6-7:30PM AZ Time
It is said that for every suicide, 135 people are affected, creating a continuum of people affected whether long-term or simply by being exposed to the knowledge of the traumatic event. Grief and mourning for those impacted by suicide have unique reactions due to the coexistence of trauma, the increased stigmatization and risk factors that can arise, and other such nuances.
We invite you to come learn about these variables as well as what helpful and lasting actions you can take to support those bereaved by suicide.
Presenters: Chandel Beck, Jennifer Titley-Rubio
September 19, 2024
Effective and Enduring Suicide Bereavement Support
Hosted by Roots & Roads
Virtual 6-7:30PM AZ Time
It is said that for every suicide, 135 people are affected, creating a continuum of people affected whether long-term or simply by being exposed to the knowledge of the traumatic event. Grief and mourning for those impacted by suicide have unique reactions due to the coexistence of trauma, the increased stigmatization and risk factors that can arise, and other such nuances.
We invite you to come learn about these variables as well as what helpful and lasting actions you can take to support those bereaved by suicide.
Presenters: Chandel Beck, Jennifer Titley-Rubio
Past Events
July 20, 2024
Being There for Someone in Grief
with Marianna Cacciatore
Virtual, Free, 10-11:30AM AZ Time
In life, loss and grief are certain. Every day we encounter people who are struggling because something or someone significant in their life is gone. We want to help these people, and we wonder what to say or do that would be welcomed, kind, and useful. In a culture that has often taught us to bypass or ignore our grief, this skill does not come naturally. However, as we learn to tenderly face the sorrows and joys of our own life, compassion, humility and the art of generous listening begins to grow within us. With attention and practice, we become a trusted companion to someone in grief.
In this class Marianna Cacciatore will use poetry and teachings from her book, Being There for Someone in Grief, to help us acknowledge the many losses encountered in everyday life, and become more present when we find ourselves in the territory of grief.
June 13, 2024
Using Creative Arts Expression as a Supportive Tool for Grief
Hosted by Roots & Roads
Virtual 6-7:30PM AZ Time
Art engagement and the creative process can be beneficial for everyone, at any age. Creativity, in its many forms, is an important way that all human beings express themselves, integrate elements of their lives, and make meaning of their experiences. In this session, participants will be introduced to expressive arts and art therapy and their potential as a resource to support each person’s unique grieving process.
Dr. Carlock will provide a brief overview of art therapy and some situations when seeking out a professional art therapist would be indicated. She will also cover some general ways individuals can utilize creativity and personal art expression on their own, as a therapeutic tool. This type of creative expression is accessible to anyone because there’s no training in fine arts needed. The focus is on self-expression and how the process of engaging in a creative activity helps the body and mind rather than striving for aesthetic goals. Several ideas for personal engagement to support grieving will be shared.
May 16, 2024
“Where Words Fail, Music Speaks”
Hosted by Roots & Roads
Virtual 5-6PM AZ Time
Music touches every aspect of our life—mind, body, and spirit, and promotes overall wellness. In a therapeutic setting music may help to alleviate the physical, emotional, and mental stress that accompanies serious illness.
This session will be led by four musicians who have spent years playing for hospice patients and their loved ones. The presenters will share insights from their training and work as to how music can benefit the grief patients experience as they near end-of-life and the grief journey their loved ones face. The musicians will play or share music that they have found beneficial to patients and families dealing with grief. We will also have the opportunity to share our own experiences and reflections during a brief small group breakout session. Please join us for this engaging evening of the healing power of music in grief and loss.
May 11, 2024
Supporting those Experiencing Infertility and Miscarriage
In-person 10-11AM
At Literacy Connects
200 E Yavapai Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
Donation-based
Join us for this workshop based in learning how to provide compassionate support to those experiencing infertility and miscarriage.
April 13, 2024
What Can Horses Teach Us About Being There for Someone in Grief?
In-person, 9AM-Noon
Located at TROT
Join us for this in-person experiential workshop where the horses at TROT will help us explore what good grief support looks like through gentle, guided pasture encounters.
No riding involved, close-toed shoes required
December 16, 2023
Awe, Grief, and Grounding
10-11:30 AM MST.
A collaboration with Aging and the Arts – Creative Encounters in Awe Walking.
Sponsored by UA Innovations in Healthy Aging.
Join us at the Health Sciences Innovation Building to learn about awe as it interacts with grief. This workshop will be held in conjunction with The Learning Community for Loss, Grief and Transition. Together we will focus on how we can use awe to ground ourselves and create a project designed to engage our sense of touch.
In this workshop, we will talk about how awe walking can be used to help process grief. We will then take a walk around the health sciences campus and create a texture collage as a way to further ground ourselves in the present moment and introduce a potential tool.
The Health Sciences Innovations Building is located at 1670 E Drachman Street, Tucson, AZ 85721. We will be in room 531 and parking can be found in the adjacent lot.
This event is free, and all materials required for the workshop will be provided free of charge. The workshops are open to all artistic skill levels, and no preparation is necessary to participate.