VERO BEACH —Brackett Library at Indian River State College Mueller Campus in Vero Beach hosted participants in the unique Healing Path Workshop Series, a free community program for those who have experienced loss of a loved one, gathered together to share memories of their loved one through an expression of art.
One of the many programs provided to the Vero Beach community by Cox-Gifford Seawinds Community Outreach, a program of Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home, the unique ‘Craft Creations’ workshop offers participants an outlet to express memories of loved one in a therapeutic way. The projects have both a general component to guide participants while also giving them freedom to personalize their art.
Each week of the unique Healing Path Workshops includes a different topic of interest presented by a different area professional; all workshops are focused on ‘practical next steps in the healing journey.’
The expert advice, purposefully woven into each presentation, includes topics such as Coping with Loss; Home Safety & Personal Defense; Financial & Practical Matters in Bereavement; Technology 101 and more.
Each workshop allows individuals to learn about the grief process as well as benefit from the advice provided by area professionals. The final workshop in the series is a Healthy Eating presentation delivered by a local nutritionist.
This workshop focuses on how grief and sadness affect hunger, meal planning strategies following the loss of a loved one and more.
A free luncheon event at a local restaurant follows the presentation.
Intended to provide quality healing experiences, The Healing Path Workshops provide a simple support model that honors the griever. The workshops are not intended to provide therapy, but rather to facilitate an environment where family and friends can receive relative information, connect, build relationships and share in a positive experience.
“Our ‘Craft Creations’ workshop gives participants an outlet to express memories of their loved one through an expression of art,” said Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Director & Manager, Philip Lundy. “Cox-Gifford Seawinds Community Outreach is committed to offering quality healing experiences for the communities we serve.”
The Healing Path Workshops are part of many activities and events conducted throughout the year by Cox-Gifford Seawinds Community Outreach, a program of Cox-Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home.
Meeting place for The Healing Path Workshops is Brackett Library at Indian River State College Mueller Campus located at 6155 College Lane in Vero Beach 32966. Community can register their attendance for this free program by phoning Outreach Coordinator, Diane Saunier at (772) 562-2365.
For information on free community events intended to enhance the overall well-being of the Indian River County, FL community contact Community Outreach Coordinator, Diane Saunier at (772) 562-2365.
