Grief is a kaleidoscope of emotions, sparked by any loss that shatters our world. 

• Grief and loss are often associated with death, but they can be caused by any significant loss.  
• Do you feel uncomfortable talking about grief? Do you have questions or concerns?  
• Do you feel ashamed or silly to say that you're still grieving deeply for your pet?  
• Do you or your family wonder when your grief will end? Grief is a journey, not a destination. There is no timeline for when it will end.  
• Do you understand the difference between grief and mourning?  
• Are you afraid to tell friends and family that you're still grieving? Are you afraid to show your grief in public? 

Grief is a taboo topic in our culture, but it's important to talk about it. Let's break the silence. Let's open the door to a conversation about grief. It's time to reduce the stigma. 

Speaker Bio:

Brenda Wentworth, MA, is an ordained Interfaith Minister and Spiritual Care and Bereavement Provider at Lakes Region Visiting Nurse and Hospice. She is also a member of the Interfaith Ministers of New England. Brenda is passionate about helping people find peace at the end of life and providing compassionate care to the bereaved. 

While spiritual care is often associated with religion, it is really about what brings us comfort, meaning, and strength in life. Brenda helps people of all beliefs and backgrounds connect with their own spirituality and find the resources they need to navigate life's challenges which includes the deeply personal journey through grief.  

Brenda resides in Plymouth with her dog, Bella, where she moved after returning from the Peace Corps in 2012.