About this Event
Join us at Sparrow, a modern funeral home in Brooklyn, for a unique and immersive event designed for healthcare professionals who want to deepen their understanding of deathcare, grief support, and the emotional and communal aspects of end-of-life.
This two-hour program includes a guided tour, somatic grounding exercises, and a panel of death educators who will share their work, the communities they serve, real-world challenges, and supportive resources for families after a death.
What’s Included:
– Tour of Sparrow Funeral Home
– Somatic exercises with Cassandra Biron
– Panel presentations from experienced death educators:
• Eva Ting (Here to Honor)
• Cassandra Biron (Your Morbid Friends)
• Erica Hill (Sparrow)
– Moderated Q&A with Dr. Cynthia Pan
– Meaningful dialogue on presence, grief, and human-centered care
This event is open to NYP-Queens palliative care fellows and other healthcare professionals working in palliative care, hospice, nursing, or social work.
Doors open at 10:00 AM for connection and program overview.
Event begins promptly at 10:30 AM.
Hosted by Sparrow – a modern funeral home committed to compassionate, inclusive care.
🕊️ Space is limited – please RSVP to reserve your spot.
Sponsored by NewYork-Presbyterian Queens
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sparrow A Contemporary Funeral Home Inc., 161 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn, United States
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