LAKEPORT, Calif. – 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.

The pain, fear, sadness and other emotions and thoughts are endured over time. Exploring ways to regain hope and maintain close relationships while navigating grief is the focus of an evening workshop offered by Hospice Services of Lake County.

Kathleen Bradley, manager of Bereavement Services, will host the “Loving Through Loss” workshop on Feb. 10 from 4 to 6 p.m. for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one and are interested in exploring ways to deal with their grief.

The program, including a facilitated discussion and short video, will take place at Hospice Services of Lake County’s Bereavement Center, 1862 Parallel Drive, Lakeport. This is a free event open to the public. Participants will be provided information in a safe environment intended to offer approaches that may be used in everyday life.

Bradley is a psychiatric technician with over 25 years of experience working as a behavioral health professional. She has served as a counselor with Hospice Services for 8 years and is a longstanding Lake County resident.

For more information about the workshop, contact Hospice Services of Lake County at 263-6270 Ext.123, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or http://www.lakecountyhospice.org.

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