Death of a sister- in-law and After 9/ll: Death of a husband
August 14, 2008
Hosted by Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley
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Episode Description
Nancy Manahan and Becky Bohan, authors of Living Consciously, Dying Gracefully: A Journey with Cancer and Beyond give us the inspiring account of the last five years in the life of their sister-in-law, Diane Manahan. Nancy and Becky will discuss how dealing with Diane’s loss has impacted their lives. Susan Retik's husband was killed in one of the airplanes which crashed into the World Trade Center on 9/11. As a part of her healing Susan went on to raise money for widows in Afghanistan . Her truly remarkable story was made into a movie "Beyond Belief" which was featured on ABC News and "The Oprah Winfrey Show."
Open to Hope
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“Open to Hope” is a show dedicated to those who have suffered a loss. The show is hosted by Dr. Gloria Horsley, Marriage and Family Therapist and her daughter Dr. Heidi Horsley, adjunct professor at Columbia University’s school of Social Work. Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi are published authors and international experts in grief, loss and recovery. Hear bereaved family members and experts share inspirational stories of loss, hope and recovery. Learn what you can do to cope and to establish a new normal. Dr. Gloria and Dr. Heidi dedicate their show to their deceased son, and brother Scott, and to all those who have lost loved ones and are looking for hope. They welcome you to lean on their hope until you have found your own.
Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley
Dr. Gloria Horsley, BSN, MS, MA, CNS, MFT, MIM, Ph.D. is a bereaved parent and has worked in family therapy for 22 years. She holds graduate degrees from the University of Rochester, Syracuse, Greenwich and Holos Universities. Dr. Gloria serves The Compassionate Friends in a number of roles, including Board Director and chairperson for TCF’s annual program for professionals. Dr. Heidi Horsley, BS, MS, MSW, Psy.D. is a bereaved sibling and adjunct professor at Columbia University’s school of Social Work where she teaches courses including grief, loss, and bereavement. She holds graduate degrees from Columbia University, Loyola, and University of San Francisco. She also conducts seminars & workshops at The Compassionate Friends annual bereavement conferences.
