The River Run Cafe in downtown New Glasgow will be the site of the Grief and the Holidays session, on Dec. 10, starting at 6:30 p.m. Photo by Richard MacKenzie /The NewsArticle contentNEW GLASGOW – The Pictou County Palliative Care Society (PCPCS) is hosting Grief and the Holidays, an in-person community gathering designed to support individuals who are facing loss during the holiday season. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle content“When ‘happy holidays’ don’t seem possible, but the desire to honour what once was still remains, this gentle and supportive evening offers a place to gather, reflect, and connect,” a release from the society reads. “Participants will explore strategies for setting realistic boundaries, practicing self-care, and finding new ways to make meaning without their loved ones.” Article contentArticle contentArticle contentIt’s noted the session will be conducted by society board member Dominic Boyd; “who brings compassion, experience, and a warm presence to the discussion,” the release adds. Article contentThe session will take place Wednesday, Dec. 10, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the River Run Café, located at 151 Provost St., in downtown New Glasgow. Article contentIt’s a free offering and while pre-registration is suggested, it’s not required. More on the session, or the society, can be obtained by calling Boyd at 506-962-2893 or society chairperson Shawna Coleman at 902-301-9754. Article content“Attendees are invited to enjoy hot chocolate, a cozy atmosphere, and heartfelt conversation as our community comes together to support one another,” the release states. Article contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle content
Palliative Care Society hosting session on grief
