Community Education
Our Community Education programs facilitate constructive conversations in the community about serious illness, caregiving challenges, end-of-life and grief.
CaringMatters strives to develop community knowledge and skills around serious illness, caregiving challenges, end-of-life and grief-related topics that can be applied to daily life. Our meaningful educational events and discussions help build a caring and compassionate community.
For information on Community Education, please contact
Leigh Bluestein, leighb@caringmatters.org or 301-990-7927
Upcoming Webinar
Spiritual Resilience During Life’s Tough Times
Wednesday, January 27, 2027, 11:00 am ET
Speaker: Rabbi Amy Pessah
When we have experienced the death of a loved one, many questions arise about meaning, faith, and hope. This webinar explores spiritual resilience and how we can find strength even when answers are elusive. Based on her new book, The Wholeness of a Broken Heart: Pathways to Resilience and Renewal (available for preorder: to be published on October 13, 2026) on Amazon, Rabbi Amy Pessah will present a webinar, sharing practices to support spiritual well-being and helping us to find meaning and connection during difficult times. Time will be allotted for Q&A and open discussion.
Who Should Attend?
This webinar is appropriate for:
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Individuals grieving the death of a loved one
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Family members, caregivers, and others supporting someone who is grieving
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Professionals who work with grieving individuals and families, including counselors, social workers, healthcare professionals, educators, and clergy
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Anyone interested in exploring spirituality, meaning, hope, and resilience in the face of loss
About Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah
Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah is a spiritual leader, educator, and author specializing in resilience, renewal, and sacred living. She blends Jewish wisdom with modern life experiences to help individuals find meaning, healing, and growth. Amy is the author of Parenting on a Prayer and a sought-after speaker on spirituality, parenting, and emotional well-being.
