To schedule a presentation or receive more information about Francis House, our mission and our care, please contact Rev. Jana Biesanz, Director of Mission Outreach & Education, education@francishouseny.org or (315) 475-5422.
Upcoming Education Events
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How to Support Children in Grief, with Elyssa Saltzman, LMSW, January 18, 2025 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. EST | Spiritual Renewal Center, 1342 Lancaster Avenue Syracuse, NY 13210
Join us as Elyssa Saltman, LMSW, explains how to recognize grief in children and support them in a healthy grieving process. Offering education on children’s experience of grief and bereavement, as well as practical ways to support their grief journey, Elyssa will share knowledge and tools to help you support grieving children in your life.
The Dedication of the Sister Kathleen Osbelt Center, January 28, 2025 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. EST | Bishop Harrison Center Community Room (Lower Level – Spiritual Renewal Center), All Saints Church Campus, 1342 Lancaster Avenue Syracuse, NY 13210
Francis House is delighted to announce the formation of the Sister Kathleen Osbelt Center for Education and Outreach. Building on the programming offered by Francis House Education and Outreach, our new name honors Sr. Kathleen’s vision and legacy and holds her as our role model for our work. From our offices on the third floor of the original 108 house, the center will continue to offer education and support for our community while focusing and expanding programming and outreach for families, caregivers and all those who help care for people at the end of life.
Join us at 5:30 p.m. for a short presentation and dedication at the Bishop Harrison Center community room (lower level, below the Spiritual Renewal Center), with light refreshments following. We look forward to celebrating our continued commitment to the work and legacy of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities.
Visit our Eventbrite page to view of full list of events and registration links.
Our Tea & Talk Book Lineup for 2025 Coming Soon
Speakers are available for your group, organization, or classroom.
Some of the presentations we offer are:
- Francis House, a Social Model Home for the Dying
- An Introduction to End-of-Life
- Preparing for the Journey
- Skills Training for Caregiving
- Support for Families along the Way
- Creating a Sacred Space at End-of-Life
- Spirituality at End-of-Life
- Volunteering at Francis House
- Grief and Bereavement
Interested in a talk on a specific topic? Give us a call: 315-475-5422
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