Hospice at Home

Being a caregiver can be both rewarding and stressful. This program will give you the tools to make caregiving more meaningful and efficient, and give you ways to take care of yourself as well.

Good Grief is a seven-week program offered by Hospice at Home. The program covers topics such as why you feel the way you do; how to cope with loss, guilt and regret; and finding a sense of peace.

Elizabeth Gahan of South Haven was named the first recipient of the scholarship established by Dr. Jason R. and Kathryn C. Beckrow to assist Lory’s Place youth to pursue higher education.

The entire community is invited to an educational forum on end-of-life issues on Sept.14 This community meeting will focus on answering questions, discussing available care options, and the importance of making plans with family and caregivers.

The entire community is invited to an educational forum on chronic pain issues on September 29. This community meeting will focus on answering questions, discussing issues related to chronic pain and the importance of understanding treatment options.

Sensational Senior Day, on August 19th, is dedicated to providing knowledge and resources for aging issues and is entirely complimentary for participants 55 years and older.

On July 31st, 2010 Eric Zane from the Free Beer and Hot Wings show participated in the Whirlpool 70.3 Ironman Triathlon in the Benton Harbor/Saint Joseph Area to help raise money for Hospice at Home.

Fashion with Compassion, Kids Helping Kids is a back to school fashion show, organized and directed by students from Saint Joseph High School and Lakeshore High School. This year’s event will be held in Saint Joseph MI on August 28th at 6pm.

Look Good…Feel Better provides information and cosmetic advice to women battling cancer. Offered free of charge, the sessions takes place on August 23 at the Shoreline Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, 950 South Bailey Avenue, South Haven.

September is National Pain Awareness Month, and Michigan’s efforts to better understand and educate about pain relief have earned it some well-deserved recognition.