Welcome to Griefscape

Understanding Grief, Building Connections

"At Griefscape, I guide organisations and communities through the landscape of grief, fostering empathy and promoting death, funeral & grief literacy to strengthen client and interpersonal relationships."

Thank You for taking the time to explore what Griefscape has to offer.

My name is Gina Connolly, and I’ve spent over two decades in the funeral industry, intimately acquainted with the grief reactions that accompany the loss of a loved one.

However, my journey has shown me that grief is not limited to death alone; it touches every part of our lives where there is love and care.

Griefscape was born out of my deep connection with the end-of-life care community and my experience holding space for grievers and their carers, each with their own unique responses to loss. Through this work, I've identified significant gaps in the knowledge and support systems available to grieving families.

Furthermore, their care providers have gaps in their knowledge of related services that limit their ability to fully serve others - while maintaining their own well-being.

Over the years, I’ve developed and conducted community education programs related to death and funerals. Now, I’m expanding my horizons to fully support those who, like you, provide essential care in our communities.

Empathy in Action

Navigating Grief Together

The term self-care may have lost some of its weight due to overuse in recent times, but its significance remains undeniable.

Having personally experienced burnout and witnessed its toll on others, I know all too well how easy it is to prioritise everyone else’s needs while neglecting our own.

Like many of us, I’ve fallen into the trap of relentless giving, only to realise that without caring for ourselves, we have little left to offer others.

In learning how to care for others, we must also reserve some of that knowledge and compassion for ourselves, especially as we navigate our own unique grief journeys.

My sincere hope is that through my programs, I not only provide you with the knowledge and tools to cultivate empathy in your work but also help you strengthen your own self-care practices.

Gina Connolly

When does your care and service end—and the next begin?

Why do we often wait until the hardest moments in life to have important conversations and make necessary plans?

Like many deeply personal topics, discussions around death and grief can feel difficult, yet they have the power to bring comfort and clarity when they are needed most.

What about the funeral?

What about the loved ones left behind?

What about the conversations we wished we’d had sooner?

I have observed that the biggest gap in end-of-life support is - What comes next?

While no one expects a single service to have all the answers, understanding the broader journey of loss can make a profound difference. Griefscape isn’t about making you an expert in every aspect of grief—it’s about helping you empathise with the many challenges the people in your care are facing.

Any extra knowledge beyond your specific role can only add value to the support you provide, fostering deeper connections and a more compassionate approach.

"I want to bridge these gaps with understanding and care. I hope you do too."

Empathy and Grief Support

Guiding organisations through grief with empathy and literacy to build meaningful relationships.

Grief Literacy Training

Enhancing understanding of grief for better interpersonal and client relationships.

Consultation Services

Personalised guidance for navigating grief within your organisation and community.

Workshops and Seminars

Interactive sessions to foster empathy and improve grief literacy across your organisation.

Gina Connolly - Founder & Grief Guide

Testimonials

"Empathy-driven support that transformed our approach to grief literacy."

"I thoroughly recommend attending one of Gina’s presentations on Death and Dying.

I have found Gina’s presentations have enhanced my toolkit to support clients who are experiencing grief and loss issues within a social work context.

Gina uses a lot of personal stories from her own lived experience from the last 20 years.

Gina’s presentations will enhance your knowledge in the space of death and dying.

We need to start talking about death and understand how to support someone who is experiencing grief and how to show empathy.

Gina’s presentations highlight the importance of funerals and how this impacts families when death occurs, if discussions have not occurred.

Jayne Jones

Let's Get it Sorted - Social Worker

"I have had the privilege of collaborating with Gina in various community education sessions and peer business education groups, and I am continually impressed by her passion, professionalism, and deep care for the people she serves.

Drawing from her unique background in both the funeral industry and education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and sensitivity to the topic of grief and loss.

Gina’s presentations make a complex and often difficult subject accessible and relatable to both corporate & community audiences.

Her insights on grief and loss are invaluable, and she is dedicated to making a positive impact both in the private sector and within the wider community.

I can highly recommend Gina as both a presenter and community leader on this subject."

Lyn Walker

Aged Care Solved

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Who would benefit from Griefscape Programs?

Designed for professionals and caregivers who support individuals experiencing grief and loss. This includes:

• Healthcare Workers – Nurses, doctors, palliative care teams, and allied health professionals who navigate grief in patient care.

• Funeral & Death Care Industry Professionals – Funeral directors, celebrants, mortuary staff, and end-of-life doulas seeking deeper insight into grief, Death & Funeral support.

• Aged Care & End-of-Life Services – Professionals providing care and comfort to those in their final stages of life.

• Social Workers & Community Leaders – Those who guide individuals and families through complex grief and loss experiences.

• First Responders – Paramedics, police officers, firefighters, and crisis workers who are regularly exposed to trauma and bereavement.

• Lawyers & Financial Planners – Professionals supporting clients through estate planning, wills, and financial decisions following loss.

• Support Workers & Caregivers – Aged care staff, disability support workers, and mental health professionals who provide emotional support.

• Corporate & Workplace Teams – Organisations looking to foster compassionate workplace cultures and better support grieving employees.

Any organisation or individual that serves people who have faced or are currently facing loss of any kind can benefit from these programs.

Everyone can gain a deeper understanding of the common experiences in life that we will all face—Death and Loss.