CFDA Compassion Fatigue Webinar Series
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A Six-Session Virtual Learning & Support Series for Funeral Professionals
Funeral professionals give deeply of themselves, often without pause. This six-session Compassion Fatigue Webinar Series is designed to help participants understand compassion fatigue, recognize its impact, and develop practical tools and peer support to sustain their well-being while continuing to serve families with care and professionalism.
The first three sessions are educational and structured around the Compassion Fatigue in the Funeral Professionhandbook by the International Grief Institute. The final three sessions provide facilitated space for reflection, discussion, and peer support.
Facilitated by Tacye Vogel, American Crematory Equipment, and Tori Monforte, Cherokee Memorial and CFDA Secretary
All sessions are held via Zoom from 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Registration
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CFDA Members - FREE
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Non-members: $100
***Important Disclaimer:
This webinar series is intended for educational and peer-support purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. Participation in this series does not establish a therapeutic or counseling relationship.
If you are experiencing significant emotional distress, symptoms of depression or anxiety, or thoughts of self-harm, we strongly encourage you to seek support from a licensed mental health professional.
If you are in immediate crisis:
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Call or text 988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.)
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Call 911 in an emergency
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Reach out to a trusted healthcare provider, counselor, or mental health professional
Session Schedule - All sessions are held via Zoom from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Individuals who register will receive a calendar invite and Zoom link.
April 16: Session 1 - Understanding Compassion Fatigue & the Role of Stress
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This foundational session introduces compassion fatigue within the funeral profession, exploring why those who care deeply are especially vulnerable. Participants will learn how compassion fatigue differs from burnout, recognize common symptoms, and examine how unmitigated stress and secondary traumatic stress affect the brain and body. The session also introduces the role of stress hormones and why proactive management is essential for long-term well-being.
May 21: Session 2 - Building Resilience in Funeral Service
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This session focuses on resilience as a protective and restorative force. Participants will explore how resilience helps buffer stress, supports recovery, and prevents compassion fatigue from escalating into burnout. Emphasis is placed on awareness, balance, and connection—along with practical ways to strengthen resilience within the realities of funeral service work.
June 25: Session 3 - Practical Strategies to Mitigate Compassion Fatigue
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In this session, participants are introduced to a range of evidence-based strategies designed to help regulate stress, decontaminate the mind after difficult cases, and restore balance. The focus is on practical, accessible tools that can realistically be integrated into daily life and work routines.
July 9, August 20, and September 17: Facilitated Reflection and & Peer Support Sessions
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An open, facilitated discussion for participants to share how they’ve applied concepts from the first three sessions. Attendees are invited to discuss what’s working, what feels challenging, and how these tools fit into real-world funeral service settings.