In-person grief support workshop offered in Salisbury

Carolina Caring to host 'Soothing Activities to Process Grief' event on February 19

Feb. 3, 2026 at 11:39pm

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Carolina Caring, a regional hospice and palliative care provider, will be offering an in-person grief support workshop in Salisbury, North Carolina on February 19. The 'Soothing Activities to Process Grief' event will be held at the Rufty-Holmes Senior Center and will cover self-care techniques and provide participants the opportunity to create a personalized bracelet or necklace. The workshop is open to anyone experiencing grief, with space limited to 10 attendees and registration required by February 12.

Why it matters

Grief can have profound physical, emotional, and cognitive impacts, and Carolina Caring's grief support services aim to provide resources and community for those navigating the grieving process. This workshop in Salisbury offers a chance for local residents to engage in self-care activities and connect with others who are also grieving.

The details

The grief support workshop will be led by Justin Hendren, a member of Carolina Caring's bereavement team. During the 1.5-hour session, Hendren will cover 23 self-care ideas and activities, as well as guide participants in creating a personalized bracelet or necklace using colored glass beads to take home.

  • The grief support workshop will be held on February 19, 2026 from 1-2:30 PM.
  • Registration for the workshop is required by February 12, 2026.

The players

Carolina Caring

A regional hospice and palliative care provider that serves 12 counties, including Rowan County, and offers hospice care, palliative medicine, pediatric care, and home-based primary care.

Justin Hendren

A member of Carolina Caring's bereavement team who will be leading the grief support workshop in Salisbury.

Annette Walker

The director of grief support services at Carolina Caring.

Rufty-Holmes Senior Center

The location in Salisbury, North Carolina where the grief support workshop will be held.

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What they’re saying

“Grief impacts the whole body, physically, spiritually, cognitively, socially and emotionally. It is a work in progress that takes time and energy. Grief often leaves one feeling tired and exhausted. The grief support team at Carolina Caring acknowledges this and encourages those grieving to take care of themselves.”

— Annette Walker, Director of Grief Support Services, Carolina Caring

What’s next

Registration for the grief support workshop is required by February 12, 2026. Those interested in attending can call 828-466-0466 ext. 3201, go to the Carolina Caring website, or email wspurling@carolinacaring.org to sign up.

The takeaway

This grief support workshop in Salisbury provides an important opportunity for local residents coping with loss to engage in self-care activities, connect with others experiencing grief, and access the resources and community support offered by Carolina Caring. The workshop's focus on holistic well-being recognizes the multifaceted impacts of grief and aims to empower participants in their healing journey.