2024
Self-Care After a Homicide Loss – Virtual
The grief and loss we feel when someone we love dies can be overwhelming. The trauma and ongoing stressors associated with a violent death, such as murder, can make the grieving process even more difficult. This workshop, being offered on National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims, is focused on providing support for families of victims who have experienced the death of a special person in their life due to homicide. We will discuss the impact this type of loss can have on your nervous system and offer resources for self-regulation, self-care techniques and activities that can help you with taking good and gentle care during your grief journey with this unique loss.
Registration is required.
*This workshop is also appropriate to attend if you are a professional supporting bereaved individuals after a homicide.
Upcoming Date: Wednesday, September 25th
Time: 3-4:30pm (PT) / 4-5:30pm (MST) / 5-6:30pm (CT) / 6-7:30pm (EST)
Self-Care with Singing Bowls: A Hands-On Class – Denver
Singing bowls bring harmony and balance to life, and make meditation easy, fast, and FUN! Sound Energy Practitioner, Ann Martin, teaches modern ways to clear the mind and relax the body using Himalayan singing bowls. Experiment with playing many types of bowls and experience different ways to use them for self-care. Singing bowls have been used for centuries to help soothe the body, calm the mind, heal the psyche and awaken the spirit! In this “hands on” class, you’ll learn 3 different ways to play the Himalayan bowls, 24 unique meditations, how to actively receive the healing sounds and vibrations, and much more. (Singing bowls are provided but if you have one, bring it!)
All are welcome!
Space is Limited. Registration is required. Unable to accommodate walk-ins.
Upcoming Date: Saturday, Oct 5th 10am-11:30am at HeartLight Center
Dia de los Muertos Fair – New Mexico
This family-friendly educational and celebratory event hosted by Daniels Family Funerals, in partnership with HeartLight Center, will feature educational presentations about Dia De Los Muertos, food trucks, artists, crafts, music, local grief authors, face painting, the Daniels’ unique Harley Davidson funeral coach, quiet space to remember your loved ones, and more. Come learn about cultural traditions, celebrate life, and connect with our community.
October 11 5:30-7:30pm Educational Presentation about history and traditions of Dia De Los Muertos
October 12 10am-2pm Dia De Los Muertos Fair
Intro to TRE – Denver
This in-depth intro class covers Tension & Trauma Release Exercises (TRE®). These simple exercises can assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension, and the physical effects of trauma. Created by Dr. David Berceli, PhD, TRE activates a natural reflex mechanism of shaking or vibrating which has a calming effect on the nervous system. TRE is designed to be a self-help tool that once learned, can be used to promote resiliency and better autonomic nervous system regulation.
Date: Saturday October 12th 10am-11:30am at HeartLight Center Denver
Cost: $20
Space is Limited. Registration is required. Unable to accommodate walk-ins
The Healing Power of Crystals – Denver
Crystals and gemstones can help provide a sense of connection and grounding, which may help us when we are coping with a wide variety of emotions and experiences, including grief. In this workshop, discover how connecting with crystals and gemstones can enhance a sense of magic and wonder in everyday life. Join this workshop to learn more about what crystals are, and how to use them. We’ll explore the healing nature of various stones, and their ability to balance and harmonize the mind, body and spirit. We’ll cover techniques for cleansing, preparing and charging crystals, as well as participate in an activity to create a small healing gemstone jar of your own.
Date: Saturday October 19th 10am-11:30am at HeartLight Center Denver
Cost: $20
Space is Limited. Registration is required.
Grief Care on the Farm – Lakewood
Doing outdoor activities in nature can feel therapeutic and healing. Join us at Yetman Farms for the opportunity to embrace mindfulness in nature, with animal friends for support, and create a dried floral arrangement using nature items you will select from this beautiful urban farm’s garden.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 23rd | 10-11:30am | Yetman Farms, Lakewood CO
Cost: $60. includes supplies
Registration is required.
Continuing Bonds – Virtual
You have had a loss, and whether it was last week or ten years ago, the desire to connect and continue the relationship never dies. Love never dies.
Join Ariela HaLevi, Shamanic Energy Healer, as we explore the healing journey to connect to the spark of your loved one and reignite the spark inside of you. This workshop provides a holistic approach to connecting to your loved ones on the other side as you journey through loss. During this program we will explore what it means to holistically heal, learn practical pathways to continue the bond with your loved ones and your ancestors, and receive the comfort, support, and guidance you need, not to move on from your loss and your grief, but to move forward in real connection and fully live your life.
Date: Tuesday October 29th 5pm (PT)/ 6pm (MST)/ 7pm (CT)/ 8pm (EST)
Cost: $50.
Registration is required.
Loving Memorial & Caregiver Support – Virtual
Join us for a special gathering online to honor the caregiving journey, process the many grief experiences unique to caregivers and the end of life for those we care for. We will pay tribute to the memory of those who have died or are dying. This program is open to all types of caregivers including those who provided care of individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, cancer or other degenerative illnesses. Those experiencing anticipatory grief are also welcome in this space of memory and honoring.
Wednesday, Oct. 30th, 2024 from 3-4:30pm(PT)/4-5:30pm(MST)/5-6:30pm(CT)/6-7:30(EST) on Zoom.
Suggested Donation $15. Registration is required.
Honoring Samhain – A Mindfulness Walk – Denver
In partnership with Celtic Way, join us for a mindfulness walk that honors ourselves, our connection with nature through the Samhain festival traditions, and honoring intentionality with our grief.
Samhain is a Celtic New Year tradition that invites honoring those who came before us, setting intentions for the new year, and sitting together in community for a feast. In honoring of these traditions, we invite you to join us for a special mindfulness nature walk that will include Samhain traditions and activities, as well as a meal together.
Cost: $30, includes the meal and materials.
*Weather permitting, we will use the Memorial Gardens for walking with indoor backup. Please bring appropriate weather attire and whatever will make you comfortable for the gentle, contemplative walk.
Friday, Nov 1 | 10:00am-12:00pm | HeartLight Center Garden
Pinning Through Grief: A Guided Meditation – Denver
Join us for a soothing guided meditation to help navigate through grief together with a butterfly pinning activity. This workshop will include a sacred circle, material education and a safe, mindfulness-based grief space to help provide a sense of healing and creativity. Learn how pinning can be a useful tool on your grief journey.
Saturday, Nov 2 at 10am-12pm (MST) at HeartLight Center
Facilitated by Cera of CCOddities
Cost: $70, includes materials. Space is Limited. Registration is required. Unable to accept walk-ins.
* Butterflies are donated from JeffCo school district, these butterflies have been raised in a butterfly farm for pollinating and then after death are contributed for learning purposes.
Grief and the Holidays – Virtual
The holiday season can be difficult when you are grieving. Traditional celebrations may feel overwhelming, and sometimes even the thought of making it through the “cheerful” holiday season seems impossible. No matter what you celebrate, it’s important to know that you aren’t alone, and you can survive the holiday season in a way that allows you to be comfortable and to honor your grief and remember your loved one in ways that are helpful to you. This virtual workshop is a way to get some support and helpful tips when grieving around the holiday season. We will discuss coping with emotions, how to handle triggering traditions, and ways to navigate social and familial events. Anyone anywhere can join!
Saturday, November 2nd at 8:30am (PT) / 9:30am (MT) / 10:30am (CT) / 11:30am (ET)
Suggested donation: $20
Never Forgotten: A Space for Lifelong Grief – Denver
Never Forgotten: A Space for Lifelong Grief
For those who are at least 10+ years out from a loss, join us in an intentional space for remembrance, support and honoring how grief changes over time. It’s different now, and we remember them always – they are woven into the fabric of our beings forever moving forward. Cost: $20, includes materials and refreshments. Registration is required.
Saturday, November 16th, 10am-12pm at HeartLight Center
