When does the lecture take place?

The lecture takes place on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The event venue is the hall of the Maximilian-Kolbe-Haus at Donaustraße 1, 87700 Memmingen.

Who is giving the lecture?

The speaker is Dr. phil. Sylvia Brathuhn, expert in psychosocial oncology, end-of-life care, and grief counseling.

What is the cost of admission?

Admission is free. Donations for the event or the organizer are requested.

Who is the lecture suitable for?

The evening is aimed at people who accompany the grieving, are professionally or voluntarily involved with farewells and losses, or wish to deepen their understanding of grief.

When Words Fail: This Lecture Shows New Ways to More Closeness in Grief

Name: Grief and Loneliness – How Can We Support Those Who Mourn?
Start: 2026-10-27T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-27T21:00:00+01:00
Location: Maximilian-Kolbe-Haus (Saal)

Understanding Grief, Enabling Closeness: An Evening for Mindful Encounters

Grief transforms daily life and is often accompanied by loneliness, speechlessness, and uncertainty. The lecture Grief and Loneliness – How Can We Support Those Who Mourn? invites participants on October 27, 2026, in Memmingen, to better understand the experiences of grieving individuals and to develop a mindful approach to loss.

When Words Fail But Closeness Still Holds

What truly helps a person in grief? Which gestures provide support, and which well-intentioned reactions may overwhelm? The focus is on questions that relatives, friends, volunteers, and professionals face in everyday life. The evening opens new perspectives on grief, loneliness, and the art of remaining present.

Expertise from Grief Counseling and Hospice Work

Speaker Dr. phil. Sylvia Brathuhn combines educational and professional perspectives with years of experience in psychosocial oncology, end-of-life care, and grief counseling. As a specialist author, speaker, and co-developer of training programs for grief counseling, she addresses communication, existential crises, rituals, and internal resources.

Her work makes it clear: Mindful support does not begin with perfect answers, but with listening, patience, and the willingness to endure the individual form of grief. The lecture offers insights and practical suggestions for a respectful encounter with grieving individuals.

A Calm Evening with Space for Reflection

In the hall of the Maximilian-Kolbe-Haus, visitors can expect a focused event experience centered around loss, compassion, and human connection. The event is aimed at all those who accompany the grieving, are professionally involved with farewells and losses, or wish to deepen their understanding of grief.

Conclusion: Mindfulness as Concrete Help

The lecture demonstrates how genuine empathy can emerge from uncertainty. Visitors will take away professional impulses, new ideas, and increased confidence in dealing with grieving individuals. Those who want to better understand grief and facilitate human closeness in difficult times will experience a valuable evening in Memmingen.