Writing a “Legacy Letter”

Writing a “Legacy Letter”

Winter (4 - 8.5 hours) | This course is completed

NEW

2/15/2021 (one day)

2:30 PM-4:30 PM EDT on Mon

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$45.00

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This one-session encore class is designed to introduce the concept of “legacy letters” and to encourage participants to craft their own legacy document. A legacy letter (also called an “ethical will”) is a written document that allows people to share their life lessons, express their values, and transmit their blessings to future generations. Writing a legacy letter is a rewarding experience that creates an enduring gift for children, grandchildren and other loved ones.

The class includes discussion and brief writing exercises to help participants examine their life histories, explore their values, and capture important insights. It offers advice, encouragement, and a model structure to help participants draft and complete a legacy document that can be shared with family and friends.

Sherwin, Jay

Jay Sherwin created the Life Reflections Project to educate people about legacy letters, ethical wills, and other legacy documents. He has practiced law, given away money for five different charitable foundations, worked as a philanthropy consultant, and served as a hospital chaplain. Jay has extensive experience facilitating adult learning programs and he has taught this online workshop for OLLI programs nationwide. More information is available on his website at www.jaysherwin.com.