Grief in the Workplace: Cultivating a Supportive Environment for the Bereaved

This program will allow individuals to understand grief, typical grief responses, and planning for unforeseen losses within an organization. We will examine best practices to support the bereaved, and how to create a culture of support and caring. 

Presenter:

Nannette Thomas, BS, has been connected in various roles to Lost & Found Grief Center since 2003. She became a Program Coordinator in 2012 and continues in that capacity. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies from Evangel University and has specialized training in working with children who have experienced trauma. Nannette finds grief work especially meaningful since the death of her oldest brother in 1997. She loves helping families find hope in the midst of one of life's most difficult journeys. Nannette resides in Springfield, Missouri with her husband and two young children.