CLEARLAKE, Calif. — Hospice Services of Lake County recognizes and addresses the unique ways children grieve and heal from the loss of a loved one.

Families with children ages 5 years and older who have experienced the death of a significant person in their lives are invited to attend a one-day, free bereavement camp.

The camp is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Clearlake.

Camp activities are designed for healing in a fun and positive environment with equine therapy and a family art project. Wings of Hope Bereavement Camps are offered periodically throughout the year and are facilitated by bereavement counselors and trained volunteers.

Most of us will experience the life-altering experience of losing a loved one: the death of a best friend, a parent, son or daughter. These losses can be even more traumatic to children and youth. These are powerful personal events that, if not dealt with effectively, can cycle into a landslide of life-changing events.

Pre-registration is required for Saturday’s camp, and space is limited. For more information and to reserve space, contact Kathleen Bradley by calling 707-263-6222, emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visiting the organization’s website at www.lakecountyhospice.org.

Hospice Services of Lake County’s mission is to support and comfort people by providing the highest quality medical, emotional and spiritual care to help patients and their families navigate their end-of-life journeys.

For more information, call Hospice Services of Lake County, 707-263-6222.

Janine Smith-Citron is development director for Hospice Services of Lake County.