LAKEPORT, Calif. – Hospice Services of Lake County is inviting families with children ages 5 years and older that have experienced the death of a loved one to participate in a free bereavement camp.

The one-day camp will take place Saturday, April 15,  from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Lakeport.

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

Camp activities are designed for healing in a fun and positive environment with horse and dog therapy, music, and a family art project.

“It is an honor to serve the needs of the children in our county who are experiencing the pain of grief over the death of someone close to them – whether it is a grandparent, parent, sibling, other relative or significant person in their lives,” said Jo Moore, a bereavement counselor with Hospice Services. “These children are facing heartbreak and sometimes giant upheavals in their lives. I get to offer my time, attention, and respect, as well as offer them some tools to help in the healing of wounds that death opens.”

Wings of Hope bereavement camps are offered by Hospice Services of Lake County periodically throughout the year and are facilitated by bereavement counselors and trained volunteers.  

Preregistration for the camp is required. For information about the camp and its location, and to reserve space, contact Jo Moore at 707-263-6270, Extension 137, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

For more information, call Hospice Services of Lake County at 707-263-6222. Visit the organization’s Web site at www.lakecountyhospice.org .

Janine Smith-Citron is marketing/development coordinator for Hospice Services of Lake County.