Registration being taken for June grief support series in Clallam County

PORT ANGELES — Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County is taking registration for a June series of classes for people facing the challenge of living alone after losing a loved one.

The free series will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays beginning June 9 and continuing June 16, 23 and 30 in the fireside room at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 301. E. Lopez Ave.

The four-week Survivors’ Workshop offers answers to everyday problems and provides resources for adapting to the changes that come with loss.

Space is limited, so register early by phoning the hospice office at 360-452-1511.

The class schedule is:

■ Class 1, June 9 — “Financial Maintenance,” presented by Phil Castell of Castell Insurance and Mark Harvey of Senior Information & Assistance.

■ Class 2, June 16 — “Home Maintenance,” presented by Kay Rudiger and Harry Gravatte of Gravatte Construction.

■ Class 3, June 23 — “Self-Care,” presented by Debby Smith, RN, and the Rev. Maggie Bourne-Raiswell.

■ Class 4, June 30 — “Cooking for One,” presented by Dr. Janelle Doolittle. A potluck will follow the class.

Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County provides care for the terminally ill and their families free of charge.

For more information, visit www.vhocc.org.

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