Upcoming Workshops, Webinars & Speaking Engagements
As a frequent speaker, trainer and lector on topics of death, dying and bereavement with a specialty in suicide & trauma-related grief issues, I will be conducting the following sessions:
Ongoing Bereavement Support Groups
Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm via Zoom
Bereavement Support Group for Individuals Who Lost a Loved One Due to Addiction
Click for information on how to join: ADDICTION BEREAVEMENT
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm via Zoom
Spousal/Partner Loss Bereavement Support Group
Click for information on how to join: SPOUSAL PARTNER Group
Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:30 pm via Zoom
Bereavement Support Group for Individuals Who Lost a Loved One Due to COVID
Click for information on how to join: COVID BEREAVEMENT GROUP 2024 COVID BEREAVEMENT GROUP 2025
Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:30 am In Person
Monthly Bereavement Support Group for Residents
Atria-on-the-Hudson, Ossining, NY
Collaborative Services & Events
The Parish Counseling Network
A Path Towards Emotional Wellness
866-962-7487
A collaboration between Droste Mental Health Services, Inc and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York.
For parishioners of churches of the Archdiocese of New York.
The Blessed Carlo Acutis Eucharistic Miracles Poster Exhibit
March 29 & 30, 2025
Sat & Sun, 9:00 am-6:00 pm in the Parish Hall
In the Footsteps of St. Francis – A Walking Pilgrimage in Italy
October 23-November 1, 2025
206 Tours
800-206-8687
Upcoming Workshops & Speaking Engagements
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
How Do Hope & Grief Co-exist? Hope: Belief that Healing is Possible
St. Augustine’s Bereavement Ministry Education Series
St. Augustine School Library, Ossining, NY
Pope Francis proclaimed the 2025 Jubilee Year theme as “Pilgrims of Hope.” During this interactive workshop, we will learn how hope & grief co-exist based on the belief that healing is possible. We will incorporate self-care strategies, learn how to adapt, integrate & make room for grief in our lives as we find purpose in grief as a form of love. These active practices of hope help move us towards healing and into a deeper relationship with Christ during our grief journey as “Pilgrims of Hope.” Join us to explore how!
For information and how to register, see flyer.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Healing Power of Drumming Workshop
St. Augustine Church, Ossining, NY
Robert L. Friedman, Ph.D. will lead us and demonstrate the hard drum’s capacity to provide joy, self-expression, stress reduction, and the numerous physical and mental health benefits of rhythm that transforms and heals.
See flyer for more information and how to register.
Thursday, March 27, 2025 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
How Do Hope & Grief Co-exist?
St. Margaret of Antioch Church, 115 W Central Avenue, Pearl River, NY
Pope Francis proclaimed the 2025 Jubilee Year theme as “Pilgrims of Hope.” During this interactive workshop, we will learn how hope & grief co-exist based on the belief that healing is possible. We will incorporate self-care strategies, learn how to adapt, integrate & make room for grief in our lives as we find purpose in grief as a form of love. These active practices of hope help move us towards healing and into a deeper relationship with Christ during our grief journey as “Pilgrims of Hope.” Join us to explore how!
For information and how to register, see flyer.
Thursday, December 5th 2024
beginning at 6:30 pm (till 7:30 pm) on Zoom
Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season: A Griever’s Survival Kit Workshop
All are invited over the age of 18 to attend the workshop!
Free to attend.
A suggestion – make a donation in memory of a loved one to a favorite charity.
REGISTRATION is REQUIRED.
Email, Gae at ghsavino@aol.com
On the morning of 12/5, you will receive an email with the Zoom link to join the workshop. But, you must be registered!
Thursday, November 21st 2024 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season: A Journey from Mourning to Joy Workshop
St. Margaret of Antioch, Pearl River, NY
To register email: Tracey DeRosa at tracey@smparish.com
Tuesday, November 19th 2024 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Experience the Healing Power of Drumming Workshop
Find Your Rhythm & Put Your Spirit in Action
Dr. Robert Friedman, Author, Healing Power Of Drumming
St. Augustine Parish, Ossining, NY
To register email: Gae Savino, LCSW, FT at ghsavino@aol.com
Saturday, November 16, 2024, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season: A Journey from Mourning to Joy
St. Edmund’s Retreat, Enders Island, Mystic, CT
Click for more information and to register.
Thursday, November 14, 2024, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season: A Journey from Mourning to Joy
Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Valhalla, NY
Thursday, September 26th, 2024, 7:00-8:30 pm
10 Common Myths & Misconceptions of Grief Workshop
Holy Name of Jesus Parish, Valhalla, NY
Wednesday, September 18th, 2024, 10:00 am – Noon Workshop
Implications of Childhood Attachment Experiences on Adult Grief Treatment
Sponsor: Hudson Valley Professional Development LLC
Thursday, September 12th, 11:00 am – Noon Workshop
In-Person
Healing Through Kindness Towards Self & Others: Helping to Shatter Loneliness
Calvary Church, Yorktown, NY