Moderator Medal Presentation - Sharon Kirk

Sharon Kirk, recently received a Moderator’s Medal which is awarded for outstanding contribution to the community

Sharon is a facilitator of Grief & Loss of a Loved One and Grief Loss & Dementia Groups. These groups are designed to assist people who are struggling on their grief journeys. This can be through the death of a loved one, or support for Carers of people with Dementia, who are struggling with the grief that that journey brings.

Sharon's ability to facilitate groups of grieving people in a calm and compassionate and thoughtful manner. She allows participants to say what they need to, encourages those who are reluctant to share, and this in turn helps participants to feel heard and understood. When all the different aspects of grief are discussed and how it affects every part of our lives, participants in the groups have greater understanding of what is happening for them. Having experienced her own grieving journeys, Sharon has a lot of wisdom to offer participants in this area.

Sharon brings much experience to the table. She was and continues to be an integral part of setting up the Grief Loss & Dementia program when it was developed in conjunction with Dementia Australia in 2018/2019, and as it continues to evolve. This program is specifically to support Carers of a loved one with Dementia to deal with the grief that goes with
that journey. Her past role as an educator has been very helpful in coming up with new ways of offering training and support.

Sharon we are delighted that you were a recipient of a Moderator Medal.