Dr. Kasmir endured watching both parents suffer from debilitating diseases, and finally succumb to Alzheimer’s disease.  This fuled his passion for advocacy and education. In his books, Artistry of Eldercare and Grace For Grieving, Dr. Kasmir combines neuroscience, faith, and practical caregiving strategies to help families navigate loss with grace and resilience.

A sought-after trainer and speaker, Dr. Kasmir provides expert guidance to caregivers, medical professionals, and grieving families. His mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that no elder is forgotten, no caregiver is unsupported, and no griever walks alone.

Dr. Walt Kasmir, a Fellow of the American Academy of Grief Counseling (FAAGC), is a distinguished grief and eldercare authority, recognized for his compassionate and strategic approach to caregiving and loss. Holding a PhD in Philosophy, Moral Ethics, and Thanatology, a Master of Bioethics (MBE), and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), he integrates medical expertise, ethical wisdom, and spiritual insight to support families navigating life’s most profound transitions.

Dr. Kasmir is the Cavin-Cook Funeral Home Aftercare Program as the GriefShare Coordinator, where he provides bereavement support and guidance to individuals and families facing loss. He is also focusing on writing, serving as a Social Security Insurance Benefits Advocate, and guiding families through the emotional, medical, and spiritual challenges of aging and bereavement.

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He continues to hone his expert communication and professional skills by earning credentials like:  Certified Senior Advisor®,  Board Certified Pastoral Counselor (BCPC), Certified Pastoral Thanatologist (PT-CSp), and a Certified Spiritual Life Coach with a Ph.D. in Transformative Science.