🗓️ Talk Details
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Event: 5th Annual Oriol Foundation Health & Wellness Expo
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Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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Location: Holden Senior Center, Holden, MA
- Time: 10:00 – 10:55 a.m
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Talk: “Navigating Hard Conversations and Tough Choices
Welcoming a Speaker Who Brings Compassion and Clarity
The Oriol Foundation is honored to introduce Rev. Joelle Johns as a guest speaker at the 5th Annual Oriol Foundation Health & Wellness Expo. With her expertise in navigating hard conversations with confidence, Rev. Johns will guide families through some of life’s most important and sensitive decisions.
This year’s Expo takes place on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the Holden Senior Center in Holden, MA. The event will bring together the Wachusett Region and surrounding communities—including Holden, West Boylston, Sterling, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, and Worcester—to share resources, education, and inspiration focused on wellness, caregiving, and community support.
About Rev. Joelle JOHNS, BCC, MDIV, PT-CSP, GC-C
Rev. Joelle Johns is an Ordained Interfaith Minister, Board Certified Clinical Chaplain, Death Midwife, Pastoral Thanatologist, and Grief Counselor. She currently serves as Pastor of the First Congregational Church of Princeton, where she organizes Death Cafés—open community gatherings designed to foster meaningful conversations about life, death, and healing.
Her compassionate work has been highlighted in Worcester Magazine and featured on The Heart of Hospice Podcast, where she shared her insights on preparing for life transitions, end-of-life planning, and the importance of supportive dialogue.
Don’t Miss Rev. Joelle Johns at the Health & Wellness Expo
📍 Location: Holden Senior Center
🗓️ Event: The Oriol Foundation Health & Wellness Expo 2025
🕙 Expo Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
🎤 Rev. Joelle Johns’ Talk: “Navigating Hard Conversations and Tough Choices” from 10:00 – 10:55 a.m.
What to Expect at the Expo
Connect with trusted providers, wellness experts, and local organizations offering resources to support independence, caregiving, and healthier living throughout the Wachusett Region. Enjoy a day of learning, connection, and inspiration in a welcoming, supportive setting.
👉 Download the Event Flyer (PDF)
👉 Learn more about the Oriol Foundation Health & Wellness Expo — check out the full event details for more about our other inspiring guest speakers.
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Final Thought: Building Stronger Families Through Compassionate Conversations
Join us at the Oriol Foundation Health & Wellness Expo and take the first step toward navigating hard conversations with confidence. Together, we can build a healthier, more connected Wachusett community—where every family feels supported, every caregiver has resources, and every resident has the opportunity to thrive.
