Grief Education through Wings: Wings offers a variety of grief education opportunities. Nan is a Certified Grief Educator through the Center for Loss and Life Transition, Dr. Alan Wolfelt. Nan is a survivor of 7 sudden deaths in her family and a history of coping with complicated grief experiences that span 5 decades. Wings programs offer insight of how one grieves physically, emotionally, cognitively ,and spiritually as well as providing emotional support that extends beyond the textbook through personal life experiences. Each SERIES or SINGLE SESSION program is designed with a theme, content, and focus for the participants. Each program has a set begin and end date. The program is a facilitated, certified instructor-led group . The goal is to help bereaved understand the process of grief and teaches them how to deal with the challenges. Personal connections and bonds often develop during the series and continue . Wings offers in-person and virtual (ZOOMGRIEF) programs. Nan and her husband, Gary, began these programs in 1993 as professional volunteers offering a Ministry of Hope. Programs are generally free of charge unless noted. Tax deductible, charitable donations are appreciated to support this ministry.
Registration Forms Below for Current Classes—
ZOOMGRIEF and In-Person
not in any particular order. Scan through the list.
Note: All in-person groups are held at
The Landing, Wausau, WI YMCA-707 3rd Street
All groups are open to YMCA members and non-members.
Free of Charge (unless otherwise noted).
Refer to the Program Descriptions at the bottom of this page. Check back frequently as we add new classes and programs periodically.
When “We” Becomes “Me”
2026: This is a 3-week series: Discussion Group
In-Person: March 10, 17, 24 | 3:30—4:30 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom): March 12, 19, 26 | 6:00—7:00 p.m.
When “We” becomes “Me” happens after the loss of a significant loved one who shared your life resulting in major transitions from lifstyle, perceptions and emotional well-being. This group isn’t about putting the past behind you. It’s about healing the wounds to make the best out of a new chapter in your life.
Significant person may be a spouse, soulmate, friend, parent, sibling…or anyone who made a difference in your life. Join us. This is an interactive discussion group with guided questions to encourage you to share your thoughts and experiences.
Beyond the ABCs of Grief
2026 This is a 5-week series.
In-Person: April 14, 21, 28 and May 5, 12
Virtual: April 16, 23, 30 and May 7, 14
Grieving is different today and is constantly evolving. Though the basic principles remain the same, there are many subjects that are often avoided like how generations grieve differently than you. Also, secondary losses, circles of influence, avoiding, and how to find hope. Grief is a continuous process of learning. Join us and be in the “know” along with today’s generation that wants to talk about grief and understand it so it doesn’t hurt quite as much. Knowledge is the power to heal.
Visits from the Twilight Zone
This is a single session program
In person- The Landing (Wausau-YMCA)
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Virtual—Zoom-
Thursday | June 18, 2026 | 6:00—7:00 p.m. CST
Some people describe extraordinary signs, messages, and dreams that can’t be explained. Grief has a way of making us more aware of sensations around us. Though science may not be able to validate such experiences, we can be assured that they happen. Don’t think: “Maybe I imagined this.” Accept it and learn how thse signs offer comfrort that death doesn’t end a relationship.
Thisis a presentation program, but time will be allowed to share and/or ask quations.
Letting Go of the Grief
Without Letting Go of the Love
This is a single session presentation.
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026 : In person, the Landing
(YMCA-Wausau) 3:30—4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb 12, 2026 : VIRTUAL | register for a ZOOM link
6:00—7:00 CST
When someone loved died, we find it hard to let go for fear of forgetting our loved one. Letting go is not about forgetting. Love transcends death. Join us to learn about the enduring nature of love that influences us through life and even after death. This program is presentation format with some interaction.