Supporting People through Hard Things
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

This engaging course will equip you with practical skills and heartfelt insights to effectively support friends, family, and community members navigating life's challenges. We will explore how you can mine your own life for helpful experiences that can be shared with others. We will discuss how vulnerability and empathy can build trust, and how agency and accountability can help others to gain a sense of their own value. Learn to identify when professional help might be needed and how to encourage seeking it, empowering you to make a real difference in the lives of others. Discover how to be a steady and positive presence, fostering resilience and connection when it matters most.

Questions? Call Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at 801-581-6461 or use our online form.

Class Sections For Supporting People through Hard Things (OSHER 565)

Fall 2025 Section 1, Starting on: 10/06/2025

Instructor: Dane Cannon. This is a single-day class.

Date(s) Day Time Location
10/06/25 M 1:30 pm -3:00 pm UUCE 155
Tuition: $29.00      

Instructor: Staff

Registration for Fall 2025 starts at 9:00 a.m. on 08-05-2025.

Is money a barrier to you taking classes? Call our office and ask about scholarships or learn the details here. Want to donate to the scholarship fund? You can make this gift online.

Questions? Call Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at 801-581-6461 or use our online form.

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