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Guiding GriefTalking About Tomorrow with Laura NenadaAs part of our Talking About Tomorrow series, Guiding Grief host Nicholas Welzenbach sits down with Laura Nanada, Community Relations Manager of Senior Helpers San Jose to dig into the heart of in‑home caregiving. Laura brings real-world insight into how families can preserve dignity, nurture emotional connection, and find peace of mind when caring for aging loved ones.
Whether you work in elder care, are supporting a parent or client, or simply want to understand more about compassionate caregiving, this episode offers encouragement, practical advice, and stories of resilience in the space between care and compassion.
Tune in—and let’...
2025-10-2035 minGuiding GriefIn conversation with Juliann Halvorsen from Cancer CAREpointIn the latest episode of the Guiding Grief podcast, host Nicholas Welzenbach welcomes back Juliann Halvorsen, MA, LMFT, from Cancer CAREpoint (https://www.cancercarepoint.org/), for another thoughtful and heartfelt conversation. Juliann is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and a certificate in Traumatology from Holy Names University in Oakland. She brings a wealth of clinical experience and deep compassion to her work supporting individuals and families impacted by cancer.In this episode, Juliann shares updates on the important work Cancer CAREpoint is doing, including newly expanded services for...
2025-07-2834 min
Remembering A LifeEpisode 45: Funerals 101: Why Funerals Still Matter in Today's WorldNicholas Welzenbach grew up in funeral service but as a young person he pursued his passions of surfing and skateboarding, convinced being a funeral director was not for him. But the profession kept drawing him back in. Now, as managing partner of Darling Fischer Funeral Homes in California, he joins us to talk about his experiences as a funeral director and why funerals are as relevant as ever.
2025-02-1345 minGuiding GriefIn conversation with Jennifer Sarmento Executive Director of The Kyle J. Taylor FoundationIn this episode of the Guiding Grief podcast, host Nicholas Welzenbach engages in a heartfelt conversation with Jennifer Sarmento, Executive Director of the Kyle J. Taylor Foundation. Jennifer formed the Foundation in memory of her son, Kyle, who passed away in February 2018 from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). She and the KJT Foundation Team are dedicated to preventing similar tragedies through proactive measures.
Research indicates that traditional checkups fail to detect 90% of young individuals at risk for sudden cardiac arrest, highlighting the importance of the foundation's work. Through their efforts, the Campbell and Los Gatos High School districts now offer heart...
2024-07-1132 minGuiding GriefIn Conversation with Juliann Halvorsen of Cancer CAREpointWelcome to the Guiding Grief podcast. In this episode, host Nicholas Welzenbach is joined by Juliann Halvorsen from Cancer CAREpoint. Cancer CAREpoint offers personalized Counseling, Assistance, Resources & Education to Bay Area cancer patients, survivors, families & caregivers at no cost. Juliann, an MA, LMFT, and Counselor, brings a wealth of experience to the table with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and a certificate in Traumatology from Holy Names University in Oakland. Having worked with a variety of clients in a variety of settings including substance abuse, mental illness, hospice, schools, and senior care, Juliann emphasizes the importance of creativity...
2024-06-0735 minGuiding GriefIn Conversation with Lisa Pahl creator of the Death Deck.Join Nicholas Welzenbach on this episode of Guiding Grief as he delves into the vital conversations about life and death with Lisa Pahl, a hospice social worker and the co-creator of The Death Deck and The End of Life Deck. Lisa shares her belief that meaningful conversations empower us to make informed decisions for our loved ones and ourselves. Through community events in Los Angeles and speaking engagements like the recent Hospice Gratitude Gathering at Darling Fischer Los Gatos, Lisa aims to normalize discussions on death and dying. Tune in as Nicholas and Lisa explore the significance of these conversations...
2024-04-3033 min
Guiding GriefIn Conversation with Stephanie Poirier from Parting StonesWelcome to the latest episode of the Guiding Grief podcast, where host Nicholas Welzenbach delves into the transformative journey of memorialization with Stephanie Poirier from Parting Stone. Discover the innovative approach to honoring loved ones as we explore the story behind Parting Stone, a groundbreaking company featured on Shark Tank in April 2023.
Founded by ceramic artist Justin Crow in the wake of his grandfather's passing, Parting Stone offers a fresh perspective on remembrance. Rather than keeping ashes tucked away, these solidified remains are crafted into enduring stones, allowing for meaningful sharing, display, or scattering in cherished locations.
Join us as...
2024-03-2231 min
Guiding GriefIn Conversation with Ryan WrightDiscussing all things grief with my old friend Ryan Wright. We dive into how allowing ourselves to grow within our grief is where we find true growth. Ryan provides insight for being joyful through holiday seasons and daily living. We discuss tears and how empowering they can be. Thank you to our sponsors Darling Fischer & Los Gatos Memorial Park and KCAT for producing Guiding Grief. Tune in to my new favorite song by Stephen Wilson Jr., “Grief is Only Love.”
2024-02-2539 min
Guiding GriefGuding Grief - EssentialIn this episode, we look at the impact of the word Essential on the Funeral and Cemetery Services. Over the past two years, no other industry has been more impacted and unsung. We heard only a few human interest stories about those of us across the world that cared for loved ones lost. Here we are going to share how we as Funeral and Cemetery Professionals were affected and sing the praises of those that continued to show up through the darkest of times. Thank you to everyone who continued to show up during the unknown and scariest parts o...
2022-05-0418 minGuiding GriefGuiding Grief: In Memory of My Father-in-law, John D. KnappIn Memory of John D. Knapp my father-in-law. Welcome back to the Guiding Grief podcast, in this episode we discuss the resurfacing of past grief, our Covid world, and a very personal loss. This Episode is dedicated to the life of John D. Knapp. I hope that this personal message of grief and loss allows you to better understand some of your own grief. My resurfacing of grief was brought on by a song, "Present Tense" by Pearl Jam. It’s an amazing song with a beautiful message we can learn from. Thank you to our sponsors Darling & Fischer Life Ce...
2020-11-1219 minGuiding GriefGuiding Grief Covid-19 EditionIn this episode of Guiding Grief we are discussing Covid-19, the film Groundhog Day and that feeling your all having right now in the pit of your stomach, grief. If you enjoy the podcast please leave a 5 star review and share your friends and family. Thank you for listening. Special thanks to Larry Brooks and Kristen Frank for your support.
Resources mentioned in podcast.
https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/home-health-hospice/scah-grief-bereavement-support
https://grief.com/
https://hbr.org/2020/03/that-discomfort-youre-feeling-is-grief
Local Campbell & Los Gatos Support and Info:
https://campbellchamberfoundation.org/campbell-cares
https://www.losgatoschamber.com/
2020-04-2119 minGuiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast Suicide EditionToday we are discussing the loss of a loved one to suicide.
Our goal in this episode is to begin moving the conversation out of the dark and allow survivors to grieve without guilt or shame.
We have two incredible guests today. The courageous father Robert Torrano, who was willing to share about the loss of his Son David to suicide.
And Bradford Leary, the grief counselor and Thanatologist from Hospice of the Valley San Jose, a Division of Sutter Care at Home, who is helping guide Robert through his grief journey.
2020-04-0857 minGuiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast with Dr. Erin HartnettOur guest today is Dr Erin Hartnett has completed both a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degrees. She specializes in combining the healing properties of both of these treatment options. She has been in private practice for the last six years.
She treats anxiety, grief, stress, pain, and insomnia using acupuncture, herbal formulas and nutrition.
What many do not know is that your body also reacts to Grief and that there are physical treatment Dr. Erin can apply to help with your grief process.
You'll get to hear about this amazing process and...
2020-02-071h 10Guiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast Holiday EditionWhat most people are unaware of is how grief and loss are amplified during the holiday season.
In this episode of Guiding Grief, you will learn methods and of resources to help you or your loved one better cope with their grief through the holidays.
Today we welcome Amy Daly and Kristina Swanson, experts in their respective fields from Hospice of the Valley a Division of Sutter Care at Home. We are honored to have them on guiding grief to share their expertise.
This Episode our focus is making sure that we have an...
2019-11-051h 03Guiding GriefGuiding Grief Interview with Nick SanchezOur Guest today is Nick Sanchez. Nick is a Silicon Valley native who has been curious about human interaction and how we connect since a young age. As a lover of the arts and philosophy, Nick spends many hours gathering as much information as possible about how meaning, purpose, death, and existence impact our daily lives on an individual and communal level.
After becoming a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Nick began honing in his therapeutic skills within the Existential Humanistic Community, and is currently seeing clients in his Private Practice while continuing to study under the l...
2019-09-2558 min
Guiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast hosted by Nicholas J Welzenbach with Guest Father Gary ThomasFather Gary Thomas is an alumnus of St. Patrick Seminary through ordination to the priesthood on December 3, 1983 for the Diocese of San Jose.
Interesting background: Father was appointed exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose in May, 2005 and trained in Rome under the direction of Fr. Carmine de Filippis, OFM Cap during his sabbatical year, 2005-06. Father has mentored a number of American and foreign priest exorcists and gives conferences and has presentations on the ministry throughout the United States and Canada.
Father is a native of San Francisco and grew up in So. San Francisco where he and his fa...
2019-08-0158 min
Guiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast hosted by Nicholas J Welzenbach with Guest Jack LongleyJack Longley is proud to be a Hoosier, born and raised in South Bend, Indiana. He could view the gold dome of Notre Dame from his home.
He graduated from John Adams High School in 1955, from Bethel College in 1959 and from Southern California School of Theology in 1976. He began youth ministry on March 1, 1959 with an organization called Youth for Christ in St. Petersburg, Florida. And continued that ministry in Portland, Oregon in 1965.
In 1969 he was called to be Minister of Youth in the large Arcadia Presbyterian Church in Arcadia, California where he served for 9 years. Ordained in the Presbyterian Church U.S.A...
2019-07-0139 min
Guiding GriefGuiding Grief Podcast hosted by Nicholas J Welzenbach with his Guest Ryan WrightEpisode One of a series of interviews and conversations are the one thing we ALL have or will experience that no one is talking about. GRIEF
Today I talk with Ryan Wright;
Ryan believes that one of the main reasons God put him on the planet is to help people in the midst of crisis.
He has 30 years of Pastoral experience in 3 different church communities. And is currently on staff at Bethel Church in San Jose CA and serves as a volunteer Chaplain with the Santa Clara Police Department.
Ryan served as a chapl...
2019-04-101h 09