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Published February 10, 2012, 07:10 AM

Grief support team offer program

The Jamestown Area Grief Support Team will present “Soup for the Soul” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, at the James River Senior and Community Center, 501 10th Ave. SE. The theme of the program is “Grieving the Loss of a Pet.”

The Jamestown Area Grief Support Team will present “Soup for the Soul” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, at the James River Senior and Community Center, 501 10th Ave. SE. The theme of the program is “Grieving the Loss of a Pet.”

The death of a companion animal causes grief, the team says. The family pet is not just a dog or a cat; it’s a member of the family. Pets offer constant companionship, acceptance and unconditional love. Studies have shown that pets can lower blood pressure, change heart rate and alleviate feelings of loneliness. With the death of that pet, a family experiences a significant loss.

With these things in mind the Jamestown Area Grief Support Team has put together of panel of experts including veterinarian Dr. Dawn Entzminger, the Rev. Kevin Goodrich of Grace Episcopal Church, Jennie Barnard of the James River Humane Society, and Kaye John from Prairie Paws Rescue. Panel members will discuss the effects of the loss of a beloved pet and share ideas on how to handle that loss.

Everyone is welcome to share in this informal evening that includes a meal of soup. The program is free and open to all. For more information on this program or the Jamestown Area Grief Support Team, call Diane at 320-4915 or e-mail jagst@jagst.org.

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