Jamestown   (CSi) The Jamestown Area Grief Support Team will present “Soup for the Soul” on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at the James River Senior Center, located at the Legacy Center, 419 5th Street NE, Jamestown, ND (use the west door on 4th Ave NE across from Lincoln School).  The theme of this evening is “Grieving the Loss of a Pet”

The death of a companion animal unquestionably causes grief.   The family pet is not just a dog or a cat; it’s a member of the family. Our pets offer us 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, Reverend Tom Eckstein, Clarice Snow and Gary Sahr of the James River Humane Society and Kaye John from Prairie Paws Rescue.  Panel members will discuss the affects 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.  Please bring a picture of your pet.  For more information on this program or the Jamestown Area Grief Support Team, please call Diane at 320-4915.