Grow with Bloomwell
Hi, we’re Bloomwell, a training and consulting firm that helps organizations successfully navigate grief and loss in the workplace.
A Message from Our Founders
We co-founded Bloomwell after realizing that there is a lot of work to do when it comes to supporting people with grief and loss at work. We know managers and leaders are struggling to meet the challenges at work, when things are changing so quickly and the expectations get higher every day. Managers are expected to have emotional intelligence but don’t get the training they need. When employees experience grief and loss, most organizations struggle to know how to help. That’s where we come in.
We have both lived through significant losses in our lives and know how just how important it is to have the right support at work. We’re on a mission to build more compassionate work places, one organization at a time. We look forward to working with you.
Mekel and Janet
Meet Mekel and Janet
Mekel Harris, Ph.D., Co-Founder
Dr. Mekel Harris, Ph.D., NCSP, PMH-C, CAGCS is a Memphis-based licensed psychologist. She is a speaker, author and expert in grief and loss. She has more than 20 years of experience helping others navigate, as well as thrive, in the midst of life's imperfect moments.
Janet Gwilliam-Wright, M.P.A., Co-Founder
Janet has over twenty years of experience leading large organizational change and working on complex policy issues in Canada. A leader in the grief and loss space, Janet founded the Motherlove Project, a global platform for motherless daughters. Janet lives in Ottawa, Canada with her family.
Key Benefits of Bloomwell Training:
- Increased employee well-being: Grief education helps employees cope with grief and loss, reducing stress levels and improving mental health, leading to higher overall well-being among employees.
- Improved employee engagement: When employees feel supported during times of grief and loss, they are more likely to feel valued by the company, increasing their engagement and commitment to the organization.
- Enhanced productivity: Employees who receive support are better equipped to return to work after experiencing a significant loss.
- Reduced turnover: Supporting employees through grief can help retain talent. Employees are more likely to stay with a company that shows empathy and provides resources during difficult times.
- Strengthened culture: A culture that acknowledges and supports grief and loss fosters trust, empathy, and mutual respect among coworkers, all essential elements for a high performing organization.
Training and Grief Education Services
Workshops and Seminars
We provide interactive sessions on topics such as the basics of grief and loss, understanding grief and loss at work how to support grieving colleagues.
Leadership Development
We equip leaders with the skills and knowledge to lead through loss with a high level of emotional intelligence and knowledge of grief and loss in the workplace.
Manager Training
We have a six module training program for managers designed to increase managers’ communication and interpersonal skills
Consulting Services
Policy Development
We assist organizations in creating or updating bereavement policies and procedures that are compassionate and supportive.
Crisis Management
We provide guidance during times of organizational loss, such as the death of an employee, to ensure a supportive response.
Program Design
We support organizations in designing programs for employees on mental health and bereavement.
Everyone could benefit from this training...
"This was authentic and applicable workshop content. The two presenters were so genuine and effective. I think this session should be encouraged more broadly across UBC. Everyone could benefit from this!!"
Workshop participant feedback, University of British Columbia
The perfect balance of professionalism and empathy...
Bloomwell brings the perfect balance of professionalism and empathy to their work. Their ability to deliver compassionate, grief-informed care for organizations is grounded in their lived experiences. Collectively, Janet and Mekel have harnessed their own grief and turned it into an opportunity to help others. I would highly recommend Bloomwell to any organization.
Kelly Campbell, Leadership and Grief Coach
Mekel and Janet’s combined experience and commitment are remarkable...
"As a licensed marriage and family therapist, grief group/retreat facilitator and a griever myself, I understand the profound impact that grief and loss can have on individuals, couples and families both in and out of the workplace. By providing invaluable expertise, resources and guidance, Bloomwell ensures that employees receive the support they need to navigate their grief with dignity and care. This not only fosters a more compassionate workplace but also promotes overall well-being and productivity. Mekel and Janet’s combined experience, along with their personal and professional commitment to making a difference in people’s lives, is remarkable."
Stacy McCrory, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Owner of TwoCan Retreats
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