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This summer, Tioga Opportunities, Inc. invites individuals and caregivers to participate in a supportive and informative 6-week series designed to help navigate this journey with knowledge, compassion, and community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Led by Amanda Conklin, an End-of-Life Doula, the End-of-Life Educational Series provides a safe space to learn, reflect, and connect with others. The series will take place on Monday mornings, from 9-10 a.m., July 14 through Aug. 18 at the Countryside Community Center, located at 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd. in Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Participants will explore a range of topics, including the following.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week One: End of Life Information for the Dying and Their Caregivers \u2013 An overview of palliative care, hospice, and bereavement support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week Two: Caregiving for Others and Yourself \u2013 Guidance on how to prepare, stay organized, and maintain self-care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week Three: The Grief Continuum and Anticipatory Grief \u2013 Understanding the five stages of grief and strategies for coping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week Four: Planning for Death \u2013 Making informed decisions about Advance Care Directives and final body disposition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week Five: Nearing Death Awareness \u2013 Recognizing and responding to the signs of approaching death.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Week Six: Wrapping Up \u2013 Legacy planning, access to helpful resources, and take-home materials for continued support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">This compassionate series is designed to ease fear, encourage meaningful conversations, and empower attendees to face the end of life with clarity and confidence. 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