Passages 2008 Conference

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Conference Agenda
The 2008 Conference agenda is available online. See our great line-up of speakers and workshops.

Download the Full Conference Brochure (PDF 3.7MB) or just the Printable Registration Form.

CEUs for nurses, behavioral health/social workers, physicians, psychiatrists, and chaplains will be provided through accrediting bodies.

Conference Location

Conference is being held at:

Embassy Suites Phoenix - North
2577 W Greenway Road
Phoenix, Arizona, United States 85023
Phone: 602-375-1777 Fax: 602-993-5963
Embassy Suites Web Site

Each suite in the three-star and three-diamond Embassy Suites is beautifully decorated with a private bedroom and spacious living room. All suites are fully equipped with two televisions, wet bar, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, two phones with data ports, iron with board, hair dryer, neutrogena products, and a well lit dinning/work table.

Hotel rate $115 per night

Breakfast and lunch are included in registration fees.


Kids in Sympathy and Support - Kid's Camp

2008 Kids Camp: Once again the MISS Foundation will host a three day children's event during the Parental Bereavement Conference. Ages 4 - 17.

Not appropriate for children under age 4.



2006 Photo Gallery
Take a look at our photo gallery from the 2006 MISS Conference!   [Gallery]

2008 Conference Overview

"In 42 years of nursing, this was the best conference I've attended!" - Sue Kuenberger, RN

This unique conference is an education of both the mind and the heart. It is a rare opportunity for bereaved children, teens and adults to come together with compassionate professionals in a rare learning experience.

Who Should Attend?
Anyone bereaved as a result of a child's death should attend this conference. Additionally, social workers, psychologists, nurses, physicians, first responders, funeral directors, professors, school counselors, clergy and spiritual leaders, and anyone else who may encounter families experiencing a child's death should attend.

What can I expect to learn?
This conference is devoted to helping bereaved parents connect with one another. At the same time, we provide knowledge and support to health care professionals through creative workshops and lectures in the field of death and dying. Our objective is to inform on issues related to compassionate psychosocial care and evidence based practice, explore personal death experiences and provide an opportunity to collaborate and network with others in the field.

What about bereaved children?
This conference will feature a 3 day greiving children's experience "Kids in Sympathy and Support" camp and teen program for children ages 4 - 17.

This conference is not appropriate for children under age 4.





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