SPECIAL EVENTS
Cruzin’ to Colby Classic Car Show
Memorial Day Weekend: May 30-31, 2010. Organized by the Seattle Rod-Tiques guests enjoy a Classic Show-n-Shine, Cruise Colby, and 50’s Dance. Proceeds benefit Providence Hospice and Camp Fire. For more information: www.cruzintocolby.com
Angel Ride for Hospice
July 10, 2010. Motorcycle ride and poker run. Information: 425-261-4766.
"Shirts off their backs" Auction
Everett Aquasox auction to support Camp Erin on Saturday, August 7, 2010. Come join the Aquasox in support of Camp Erin and enjoy the post-game fireworks. Click here to buy tickets for the fundraiser. The password is "camperin."
Brunch By the Bay
October 2010 at Anthony’s Woodfire Grill in Everett raising funds for pediatric hospice and home care services.
If you would like a speaker at your next community program about Hospice, Grief and Loss, Home Care, Five Wishes, or Volunteering, please call 425-261-4805.
BEREAVEMENT PROGRAMS
Adult Grief Support Groups
Grief support groups are always forming. We offer many types of loss groups throughout the year. Please call 425-261-4807 for the most current schedule.
Safe Passages: A general loss support group offered both afternoons and evenings.
Legacies: A grief support group for adult women who have lost their mothers.
Broken Hearts: A support group for those affected by the loss of a child.
Men Grieve Too: A six week group, just for men, who have experienced a loss.
Heritage: A six week group for those who experienced the loss of a parent.
Soul Survivor:
An ongoing drop-in support group for those who have lost a spouse. Meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 2-3:30 p.m. at Providence Hospice, 2731 Wetmore Ave, Everett.
Caregiver Support Group:
A drop-in group for caregivers to get support and share experiences.
Meets: 1st and 3rd Monday, 6:30-8:00pm
Providence Hospital/Colby Campus, MOB, Mt St Helens room
The Newly Bereaved Workshop:
This workshop, for adults, is an introduction to understanding the grief process. There will be discussions of a variety of topics that include what to expect in grief, different styles of grieving and how grief effects families. Meets: The 3rd Thursday of each month, 6-7:30 p.m. at Providence Hospice, 2731 Wetmore Ave, Everett WA 98201 – Conference room B – 1st floor.
CHILDREN & TEEN SERVICES
Kids and Teens Standing Together
A program specifically designed for children and teens (grades K-12) who have experienced a loss through death. This is a safe place and time for bereaved children and teens to meet share and be with others who have also lost a loved one. There is a group for parents that meets at the same time. Meets: The 3rd Saturday of the month–(during the school year Oct–June. (Lunch is provided). No fee for service. Registration required, call 425-261-4798.
Camp Erin ~ August 27-29, 2010
A bereavement camp for kids and teens (grades K-12). No fee to attend. However, qualification and registration are required. Information: 425-261-4798.
VOLUNTEERS
New Volunteer Information Sessions
3rd Wednesday of every month; alternating between afternoon and evening sessions - Providence Hospice and Home Care,
Conference Room B. Free and open to the public.
For information and to register: 425-261-4815.
Patient Volunteer Core Training
3rd Quarter Core Training – Evening Sessions
July 12 – August 14: 3 Mondays, 5 Wednesdays, and 2 Saturdays
4th Quarter Core Training:
September 30 – October 30: 5 Thursday’s and 2 Saturday’s
Prerequisite: attend a “New Volunteer Information Meeting”. For info 425-261-4808.
Vigil Training for Patient Care Volunteers
June 26: 9am – 4pm
September 24: 9am – 4pm
November 18: 9am – 4pm
Prerequisite: completion of “Core Training.” To register 425-261-4808.
Volunteer Support Groups/ Educational In-Services:
Occurs the last Tuesday of every month from 2 – 3:30 p.m at Providence Hospice and Home Care, Conference B. Must be a registered volunteer to attend.
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?
Call 425-261-4808.
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