VCHS Hospice Sponsoring Adult Grief Class

May 22, 2009

The work of grieving is one of the hardest tasks an individual has to do. There is no adequate preparation for the loneliness and emptiness that must be confronted when we finally come to the realization that we will never again in this life see that one who is so precious to us. Grief is a necessary and natural process after a significant loss.

In learning to resolve grief we have to understand and work through difficult emotions. This may involve many things. It often helps just to talk with someone who can listen patiently and understandingly. A grief support group is a safe place to be able to talk about your grief. It’s an opportunity to find your own answers amid the support from others that are also experiencing the loss of a loved one. It makes us feel that we are not along – that the feelings and reactions we are experiencing are not so strange and isolating.

Valley County Hospice is sponsoring a Grief Support class for adults who have lost a loved one. These classes are free of charge and will meet six consecutive Tuesdays beginning June 16th and ending July 21st. The classes will be held at the Valley County Health System Home Health office at 400 S. 23rd Street in the lower level from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. If you are interested in learning more about this group please contact Marilyn Winkelbauer at 308-728-4315.