Studies show that empathetic communication improves care and outcomes, but it's often easier said than done. The arts offer a powerful toolkit for new ways to connect and communicate.
This fun, interactive workshop gives you practical, effective caregiving skills you can use right away. Through easy exercises and guided discussion, you'll learn to listen more deeply, communicate with empathy, and respond thoughtfully in challenging situations.
Led by Tane Danger, Artist in Residence at Mayo Clinic's Lavins Center for Humanities in Medicine and 20+ year improv veteran. No performance experience needed, just a willingness to jump in.
For healthcare professionals, community providers, volunteers, family caregivers, and anyone who supports others.
Event Info
Where: Wedgewood Cove (2200 W 9th St, Albert Lea, MN 56007)
When: Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026
Who: This event is open to professionals and caregivers from all backgrounds who are interested in improving communication, building empathy, and fostering more authentic relationships in their caregiving roles.
How Much: Free!
Other info: A light lunch will be available for attendees.
Thank you to the Naeve Health Care Foundation for making this learning event possible at no cost.
Questions: Please contact Mayo Clinic Hospice, Amy Stelpflug at 507-284-4002.
Tane Danger, M.P.P. (yes, that’s his real name!) is the co-founder of Danger Boat Productions. As a host and instructor, he brings 20 years of improv experience along with a master's degree in public policy. He is the inaugural Artist in Residence at Mayo Clinic’s Dolores Jean Lavins Center for Humanities in Medicine and a contributor to both City Cast Twin Cities and TPT’s Almanac. When he's not emceeing, hosting, or agonizing over what bow tie to wear, he is baking bread that never really rises properly, or succumbing to the yowling demands of his cat, George.