by Audrey Walls, M.Ed., M.F.A. Photograph courtesy of Callie Newton. April 20-26 is National Volunteer Week, when nonprofits everywhere are taking a moment to thank and acknowledge the meaningful work their volunteers add to their organization every day. We are continuing our week by featuring another of our favorite volunteers, Callie Newton. Originally from South … Continue reading National Volunteer Week: Callie Newton
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National Volunteer Week: Barry and Debbie Carver
by Audrey Walls, M.Ed., M.F.A. Photograph courtesy of Cat McCarthy Creative, Fall Fest 2024. April 20-26 is National Volunteer Week, when nonprofits and other organizations everywhere are taking a moment to thank and acknowledge the meaningful work their volunteers bring to the table every day. But in our humble opinion, nowhere are you going to … Continue reading National Volunteer Week: Barry and Debbie Carver
Did You See That? Signs and Symbols After Loss
by Audrey Walls, M.Ed., M.F.A. The biggest rainbow you’ve ever seen. A black bear that mysteriously prowls through your backyard. A child’s toy in the most unlikely place. By themselves, these sightings may be interesting, but not particularly meaningful. But in the light of grief, everything takes on a different shape and significance. Megan Devine … Continue reading Did You See That? Signs and Symbols After Loss
Introducing Jason Owen
by Audrey Walls, M.Ed., M.F.A. Full Circle Grief Center is excited to welcome board member Jason Owen into his new role as Board Chair beginning this year. Jason has served on the board of Full Circle since 2021, and brings over 25 years of executive logistics experience, a passion for the mission, and a personal … Continue reading Introducing Jason Owen
An Introduction to Trauma Informed Care
by Allyson England Drake, M.Ed., FT Trauma-informed care is a caregiving approach that recognizes the widespread occurrence and impact of trauma on individuals’ lives. It understands that many people have gone through traumatic experiences that can profoundly influence their physical and mental well-being. This approach aims to foster safe, supportive, and compassionate environments where individuals … Continue reading An Introduction to Trauma Informed Care
Veterans Day: A Personal Reflection
by Kerri Bjorkholm, Program Coordinator This year marks my first Veterans Day as a veteran, after 29 years of service in the U.S. Air Force. It’s a strange feeling, as I find myself trading one holiday for another, reflecting on how I fit into the veteran community, and marking yet another milestone in my transition … Continue reading Veterans Day: A Personal Reflection
Different Types of Grievers
by Karen Kennedy, MSW One of the hardest parts of grieving is understanding that everyone grieves differently. Individuals respond differently to grief on a number of dimensions including emotions, thoughts, behaviors, physical reactions as well as spiritual expression. There is “no correct way to grieve.” Researchers Kenneth L. Doka and Terry L. Martin provide explanations … Continue reading Different Types of Grievers
Full Circle receives $1k grant from Goochland Rotary
Full Circle Executive Director, Allyson Drake (L), Goochland Rotary Member Rich Salon (C), and Full Circle Community Engagement Manager, Whitney Asher (R). Photo credit: Allison Schooley. We are excited to announce that we have received a generous grant of $1,000 from our friends and community partners at Goochland Rotary. Funds from this grant directly support … Continue reading Full Circle receives $1k grant from Goochland Rotary
Full Circle receives combined $60k in support from Chesterfield, Henrico Counties
Chesterfield County and Henrico County government seals. Image credits: henrico.gov and chesterfield.gov. We remain consistently grateful for the steadfast support shown to us by our local government through grants and funding recently renewed from Henrico County and Chesterfield County. This generous financial support supplies us with the resources needed to ensure that our grief groups, … Continue reading Full Circle receives combined $60k in support from Chesterfield, Henrico Counties
Full Circle clinical staff presents at RVA Better Aging Forum
RVA Better Aging Forum and Casey Kelahan. Image credit: RVA Better Aging Forum. Photo credit: Allison Schooley. Recently, Full Circle's clinical staff had the opportunity to present our "Navigating Grief" workshop as a part of the RVA Better Aging Forum. As a part of this event, our clinical intern alum, current supervisee in Social Work, … Continue reading Full Circle clinical staff presents at RVA Better Aging Forum
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