Grand Finale:

An End-Of-Life Symposium

Join us as we explore end-of-life topics, such as:

Hospice Care, Estate Planning, Directives, Caregiving, Grief, Funeral Planning and Much More

Join us for the very first event of its kind in the Twin Cities!

We are grateful to bring together like-minded organizations for this impactful symposium that will help empower our community in facing end-of-life matters for themselves and loved ones.

The event includes educational presentations along with a comfortable expo style environment where guests can mingle and engage with our symposium partners all while enjoying complimentary food and drink.

We extend a warm welcome to all, regardless of your role or relationship with end-of-life planning. Whether you're seeking information for your own preparations, offering support as a caring loved one or caregiver, or are a professional in this field seeking connections and resources, we are delighted to have you join us for this free event.

When: 1-5 PM Sunday, December 3rd, 2023

Where: McNamara Alumni Center

200 SE Oak Street, Minneapolis

 

Parking:

University Ave. Ramp

1926 University Ave. SE, Mpls. 55455

Washington Ave. Ramp

501 Washington Ave. SE, Mpls. 55455

Presentations

  • Cori Levin - Owner, Navigating Elderhood

    1:15 - 1:45 PM

    Becoming A Compassionate Caregiver

    This presentation will introduce Navigating Elderhood’s caregiving training, which is intended for those who hope to provide compassionate end-of-life care. Registrants for the training may aim to provide care professionally or may be in a situation that requires providing care to a family member or loved one. This presentation will also be accessible to aging individuals or individuals with aging relatives, as several tips will be provided on how aging parents and their adult children can help each other through the end-of-life process.

  • Brittany Squillace, MA, LMFT Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist - Owner, Best Self Therapy

    2:00 - 2:30 PM

    Grief Before Loss: Understanding Anticipatory Grief

    A common misconception around grief is the belief that you only begin grieving once the loss has happened. However, it is possible for the onset of grief to occur even while your loved one is still physically here through something known as anticipatory grief.

    Join Brittany Squillace, MA, LMFT & Grief Therapist as she helps you gain a better understanding of anticipatory grief, when and who might experience it, and provides you with tools to begin properly addressing anticipatory grief.

  • Kelly Roberts - Owner, SendOff

    2:45 - 3:15 PM

    Funerals Reimagined

    Challenging the old dusty rituals and empowering families to think differently as they memorialize their loved one.

    Put yourself in the driver’s seat of preplanning a SendOff with the knowledge and tools we provide.

  • Rosie Gaston, MSW, LICSW, APHSW-C - Owner, A Better Ending

    3:30 - 4:00 PM

    Courageous Conversations

    In our culture, death is often laden with fear, pain, and heartbreak, leading us to instinctively shy away from it. Yet, avoiding this reality can make it even more challenging when the inevitable arrives. Rosie is here to offer guidance on how to navigate this fear and engage in courageous conversations with loved ones and medical professionals about end-of-life wishes. These discussions can help prepare for an end-of-life experience in a way that not only honors one's life but also provides solace to those who care about them the most.

  • Elizabeth Neyens - attorney

    Elizabeth Neyens - Owner and Attorney at Neyens Law, PLLC

    4:15 - 4:45 PM

    Estate Planning Myths Debunked

    Discover estate planning truths, debunk myths, and explore strategies for clarity and understanding.

Participating Partners