LAKEPORT, Calif. – “Memories to Legacies,” a series of free workshop sessions to help individuals reflect on their lives and pass on legacies, will be presented by Hospice Services of Lake County starting Wednesday, May 10.

Workshop sessions will take place at the Odd Fellows Hall, 9480 Main St., Upper Lake.

Each session will have its own theme designed to help participants write about their lives, share stories with family and future generations, and connect with new friends.

Participants may sign up for any or all of the five classes. No writing experience is necessary.

Meetings will be from 10 am. to noon on each of the scheduled days.

Session dates and the scheduled topics are May 10, “Show and Tell for Grown Ups,” participants share stories about memorable items; May 24, “The Stories Behind Your Photos,” share and write stories about personal photographs; June 14, “The Stories behind Your Keepsakes and Heirlooms,” write stories about personal keepsakes and heirlooms; June 28, “Legacy Letters/Ethical Wills,” memorialize meaningful information; and July 12, “Past Memories Potluck,” prepare and share a special dish that brings back memories.

Hospice Services employees Laurie Fisher, spiritual caregiver, and Loretta McCarthy, bereavement counselor, will facilitate the workshops. 

“Join us for this delightfully fun, thought-provoking, and important series,” said Fisher. “We think you’ll enjoy the activities we’ve planned to help you reflect on your life, share your wisdom, and pass on your stories so your precious moments live on. The workshops offer a safe, supportive space where you can share your thoughts freely.”

The number of participant seats will be limited at each session. Registration is recommended. To register for any of the five workshops, contact Fisher by calling 707-263-6270, Extension 130.

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.

Visit the organization’s Web site at www.lakecountyhospice.org .