I conduct interactive workshops and presentations in expressive puppetry across the United States and Canada, helping caregivers develop meaningful heart-to-heart connections. My workshops and presentations educate and inspire and have been enthusiastically received at local groups and national conferences, by nursing home staff, educators, activity directors, therapists, bereavement counselors, child and adolescent psychiatrists, social workers, storytellers, and gerontologists. Check out the testimonials from participants below!

I bring my two decades of experience as a spiritual counselor and complementary therapist to my workshops and presentations. I share examples of how you can begin using puppets quickly and under budget, and ways to encourage workplace humor, laughter, and creativity. Participants also explore how puppets can foster communication and help address some of the emotional issues that residents may have. The puppets I use:

  • Offer the magic of unconditional love
  • Invite laughter and smiles
  • Rekindle fond memories
  • Lighten people’s hearts
  • Deliver important messages, such as acceptance, faith, respect and tolerance
  • Help to reestablish a spirit of connectedness
  • Unlock residents’ feelings and encourage communication

If you would like to book a program for your organization or event, or want more information, please contact me. I look forward to sharing how you can integrate this innovative, joyful, and effective approach into your therapeutic program.

Testimonials

“In my role as a nationwide speaker, trainer and author, I have met many dynamic people. Marge is there high on a pedestal of those I admire most. She has always gotten rave reviews. Not only does she guide people to understand her thoughts, but she is successful in vividly demonstrating the value of her techniques. She is able to draw out the best qualities of the people with whom she is interacting. She is one magnificent lady.”
– Jim Brennan, health care consultant and former nursing home administrator

“Engaging! Outstanding! It broadened my understanding of use of puppets.”
– Jim G., Counselor

“I can attest to her incredible ability to balance compassion and caring with sound professionalism. She provides creativity, enthusiasm and high energy.”
– Mary L., Reverend

“It was helpful, fun and inspiring. Helped me to get in touch with the child within me.”
– Sue G., MSW, Maryland

“Your joy with your work really shows and is infectious…Thanks!”
– Jan C., Director, Professional Practice, Connecticut

“Marge is a dedicated professional who has a rare gift of being able to touch people’s lives in a very meaningful way.”
– Mary H., Social Worker, Connecticut

“Marge is honest and non-judgmental. Her concern for others has a profound impact upon people.”
– Alice R., MSW

“You stirred me deeply with your presentation. Inspiring and creative on so many levels.”
– Barbara Pyles, RN

“Marge occupies the exquisite space of being deeply grounded and wide open to the essence of the other.”
– Joan Caplan, grief and loss specialist

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Marge Schneider speaking at a podium at the University of Hartford

Marge Schneider speaking at an event

Marge Schneider with a sheepdog puppet

Marge Schneider with a clown puppet