Grief isn’t just bereavement - it is experienced in many types of life events where we feel a sense of loss. That could include things like losing our job, a relationship ending or sending a kid off to college. Grief is also felt when we are caring for and supporting folks experiencing substance use, addiction, and overdose. When we experience loss, the holidays and major life events can be a challenge. We may need to adjust our expectations, think through how we process emotions, and even create new traditions moving forward. It’s a lot. This training will explore why the holidays are difficult for grievers, and what actions we can take to help someone living with loss. We’ll talk about what is helpful and what isn’t when we are supporting those we care about and work with who are facing the intersection of the holidays and challenges related to substance use, dependency and recovery. And we’ll offer some practical ways to show up for the folks we care about - including ourselves. If you have ever felt like you don’t know quite what to do or say for someone experiencing loss - this webinar is for you! This Web Forum is sponsored by the National Overdose Prevention Network, a program of PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact and produced by Dialogue4Health.