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Workshops & Seminars

Honouring Tender Transitions: What an End-of-Life Doula Can Offer

Complimentary Live n' Learn Seminar

Wednesday, September 24th 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Springfield Funeral Home - Family Centre
2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna

Join us for an insightful workshop with End-of-Life Doula, Renee Robinson, from Shared Paths Doula.

Learn about:
- The role and services end-of-life doulas provide
- Reflecting on your own wishes and experiences around death, dying, or caregiving and why it's important
- Available support options and how to plan next-steps

Light refreshments provided.

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Nine Struggles Executors Face

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Free Public Seminar at Mission Library

Tuesday, October 7th 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mission Library, ORL Branch
4105 Gordon Drive, Kelowna

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Join us at Mission Library for an informative and practical session that explores the key responsibilities faced by executors.

Learn about:
- Nine common challenges executors face
- Probate and the estate process - how to make things easier on your loved ones
- The value of pre-planning cremation or burial services - how this can save money
- Steps to simplify your executor’s role - decrease the stress of estate settlement

Attendees will receive a complimentary estate-planning guide and more.

Cremation 101: Facts, Options, and Your Choices

Exclusive Seminar for Members of the Society for Learning in Retirement

Wednesday, October 15th 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Society for Learning in Retirement, Kelowna
NOTE: For SLR Members only
(250) 448-1203

Springfield is honoured to present this informative and engaging seminar to the members of the Society for Learning in Retirement.

Learn about:
- The benefits of cremation - is it for you?
- The myths surrounding cremation - yes, there are some!
- The value of an onsite crematorium - dignified care in one location.
- Cremation fun facts - surprising facts and interesting insights.

Planning with Purpose: Wills, Probate and End-of-Life Essentials

Complimentary Live n' Learn Seminar

Thursday, October 16th 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Springfield Funeral Home - Family Centre
2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna

Join Mark Brade, Lawyer, TEP, from Pushor Mitchell LLP, and Charlotte Lutzer, our Pre-Planning Director at Springfield, for a practical and informative presentation on essential legal and end-of-life planning. Learn how to prepare with confidence and provide peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones.

Learn about:
- The importance of having a legal will
- Appointing an executor
- Power of attorney and representation agreements
- Probate and why you should be prepared for it
- The benefits of funeral pre-planning

Light refreshments provided.

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Nine Struggles Executors Face

Free Public Seminar at Kelowna Downtown Library

Tuesday, October 21st 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Kelowna Downtown Library, ORL Branch
1380 Ellis Street, Kelowna

Join us at Kelowna Downtown Library for an informative and practical session that explores the key responsibilities faced by executors.

Learn about:
- Nine common challenges executors face
- Probate and the estate process - how to make things easier on your loved ones
- The value of pre-planning cremation or burial services - how this can save money
- Steps to simplify your executor’s role - decrease the stress of estate settlement

Attendees will receive a complimentary estate-planning guide and more.

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Resilience: Strengthening Mental Wellness and Finding Support

Complimentary Live n' Learn Seminar

Wednesday, October 22nd 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Springfield Funeral Home - Family Centre
2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna

We're pleased to welcome our partners from CMHA Kelowna to present on the important and timely topic of building resilience in the face of life's challenges.

Learn about:
- Practical tools to build resilience during times of stress, loss, and change
- Strategies for navigating life's challenges, while advocating for yourself and supporting others
- Local support and services from CMHA and community partners

Light refreshments provided.

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Pre-Planning 101: Getting Your Ducks in a Row

Free Public Seminar at Mission Library

BY POPULAR DEMAND

Thursday, October 30th 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Mission Library, ORL Branch
4105 Gordon Drive, Kelowna

Due to popular demand, we're offering an additional estate planning seminar—an alternative to the October 7th event at Mission Library.

Learn about:
- Estate planning and probate
- Elements of a good funeral arrangement
- Tips to simplify your executor’s job

All attendees receive a complimentary estate planning guide and more.

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4th ANNUAL GRIEF SYMPOSIUM - SAVE THE DATE

Complimentary Event with Keynote Speaker: Dr. Phil Carverhill, Ph.D.

REGISTRATION OPENING IN SEPTEMBER

Thursday, November 6th 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Springfield Funeral Home
2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna

We are honoured to welcome Dr. Phil Carverhill, Ph.D., Registered Doctoral Psychologist, as our keynote presenter. Dr. Carverhill will share insights on timely and relevant topics surrounding grief and bereavement.

This seminar is open to all.
Details on registration and session information will be shared soon—stay tuned.

Registration will open in September.

Light refreshments will be served.

Pre-Planning 101: Getting Your Ducks in a Row

Free Public Seminar at West Kelowna Library

Tuesday, November 18th 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
West Kelowna Library, ORL Branch
3731 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna

Join us at West Kelowna Library for an informative and engaging seminar that takes the mystery out of legacy planning.

Learn about:
- Estate planning and probate
- Elements of a good funeral arrangement
- Tips to simplify your executor’s job

All attendees receive a complimentary estate planning guide and more.

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Green Burials & Greener Farewells

Free Public Seminar at Mission Library

Thursday, November 20th 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Mission Library, ORL Branch
4105 Gordon Drive, Kelowna

Embrace sustainability with greener farewell ideas. Join our Green Burial Committee as they visit Mission Library where attendees will explore the following topics:

- Green Burial Council - who are they?
- Green Funerals - what does this even mean?
- Green Cremation - does it even exist?
- Green Cemeteries - are there options in the Okanagan?
- Future Options - can we make a difference?

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Giving & Receiving Support When You or a Loved One is Grieving

Complimentary Live n' Learn Seminar

Wednesday, January 28th 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Springfield Funeral Home - Family Centre
2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna

Springfield is honoured to welcome Sandra Chapman, Registered Clinical Counsellor at Reflective Soul Therapy & Wellness, who will share her insights and research on how to offer—and receive—meaningful support during times of grief.

Learn about:
- How grief can impact your mind, body, spirit, and behaviour
- Myths and outdated theories about grief
- Contemporary understanding of the grieving process
- Supporting someone who is grieving
- Getting the support you need if you are grieving
- Helpful tools

Light refreshments provided.

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Pre-Planning 101 Seminar For Small Groups

Getting Your Ducks In a Row

Are you part of a small group, a dinner club, or perhaps a walking group, a group of artists, or a bridge club? Did you know that you could take your group to a whole different level by having a group presentation, designed specifically for your group, at a location of your choice, regarding the importance of getting end of life affairs in order? Many ask, "How do I get started?" We can help you.

Learn about:
- Estate planning and documents
- Wills and probate
- Executor resources
- Funeral pre-arrangement options and benefits

To book a private group seminar, contact: Tania Tavares, 250-860-7077, tania@springfieldfuneralhome.com

No charge or obligation to attendees. A free resource package, including an Estate Planning Guide, is provided.
Seminars are for educational purposes only. No sales or solicitation will occur.

Grief Resources and Events

We recognize the value of grief support groups and grief resources that help with the grief journey. We have a dedicated page to assist you with finding both local and provincial resources that will assist you as you work through the loss of loved one. Please visit our Grief Resources page for further information.

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These events are for educational purpose only. No sales or solicitation will occur.  

Testimonials

They took care of me like family.

Judith Szabo

Everything was so organized and pertinent to what we needed. Everyone we met was kind, courteous and very helpful during our emotional and challenging time. Thank you so much.

Heather Mayne

They were so prompt on answering any questions and changing things. They were prepared and respected any religious decisions. The process was so seamless and made easy in such a high stress situation.

Tanya Kohar

In the past 2 years Springfield has helped us through the death of my Mother and my Father. Their response and help allowed us to focus on the remaining family rather than worrying about details of the funeral and all the notifications that are required upon a death.

Terry Eldridge

The atmosphere has been nothing but professional during times of grief.  After the passing of my mother, the staff coached me on the next steps and looked after filling in all the government forms that I needed to sign, which took a huge burden off my mind at the time.

Donald McClure

Everyone was so helpful and kind.  There was no pressure.  They provided exactly what we needed.

Diane Greenwood

From the time I called to the completion of all the services, I received compassionate, attentive and professional care.  There was a sense of caring from each staff member.  I was turning over my Mom to their care and I felt very comfortable with everyone.  I felt heard and never felt pushed into any decision.

Katherine Lewis

I have always found the team at Springfield Funeral Home to be VERY caring, kind, considerate and helpful.  I have and will continue to recommend them to anyone who asks which funeral home would I suggest they use.  No other funeral home I have dealt with even comes close to Springfield Funeral Home.

Ethna Tutt

Right at the onset, I was made very comfortable, there was no pressure.  I was made to feel as if I was the only one they had to serve.

Frances Baum

Everything that was arranged for us was perfect.  Our loved one, husband, father, brother was treated with respect.  Thank you for making this difficult time a little more acceptable via your staff’s obvious caring and respect.

Jacquelene Bluschke

I liked the personal treatment given to my mother who is 97 years old. As her representative, I found Springfield employees pleasant and sincere, helpful and knowledgeable. Something I didn’t know, was that the funeral home would help me get through the paperwork need at this time. I am very thankful for that.

Janice Cornell

Genuine concern, excellent service, very professional. Since this was my first experience (with a funeral home), everything was above and beyond what I expected.

Randy Hatanaka

Thank you to your team for your kindness to me at a very challenging time.  You have now taken care of both of my parents with professionalism and care.

Nancy Farran

Springfield Funeral Home is always professional, caring and very knowledgeable.  We appreciate that you have dedicated staff for all needs from planning the service to completing government paperwork.

Timothy Morio Tahara

I am not sure there was anything you could have done to make a very intense emotional time less stressful.  Although we hadn’t expected Ken to want a service, when he said we needed to have one for us not him, it was true.  Your sincerity and compassion meant everything to us.  Thank you.

Gwen Harvie

David Henseleit, your compassion and professionalism is truly amazing!  The entire staff were courteous, super professional and caring as each guest arrived.  Everything was done to perfection!

Myra Neuman

Keep up the good work that you do as it is such an important service you provide.  It is still the most difficult time in a person’s life.  Your kindness is so appreciated.  We appreciated the peace of mind that everything was being looked after.

Gloria Couture

You provide a wonderful service for people going through a traumatic time.  Thank You.  The kindness and professionalism shown by the staff at Springfield Funeral Home was exemplary.

 

Kim McCaveney