Dear Sun Spots: We are looking for volunteers!

The ‘Program for Grieving Children and Teens’ will hold a 27-hour training in May for those interested in becoming a volunteer.

Classes will be held at Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice in Lewiston. Training includes such topics as understanding grief and how different age groups respond to it; group facilitation; safe expression of anger; self care; age appropriate activities within groups; rituals and rights, etc. This training is provided at no cost.

The program offers non-therapeutic peer-to-peer support for families who have lost a loved one to death. Currently we run two 10-week sessions per year, one in the spring, one in the fall. Kids meet in age appropriate groups for activities, games, rituals, art and other forms of self-expression. Accompanying adults are given the opportunity to meet at the same time to support each other and discuss ways to best support their family’s needs.

We are a volunteer driven program that is co-sponsored by A.H.C.H. and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. Volunteer opportunities include facilitating adult or child groups, greeting or interviewing families, community outreach, and clerical work.

This work is demanding, but extremely rewarding. Prospective volunteers should not have suffered a loss within the last year and be at least 16 years old. All candidates will be interviewed and must pass a D.H.S. and criminal background check. If you or someone you know is looking for a meaningful volunteer experience, please apply.

For more information, or for a volunteer application, phone Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice at (207) 777-7740, extension 1302. – James K. (Jake) Lariviere, Lewiston.

Dear Sun Spots: Can you please find out for me if there will be beginner computer courses in the Lewiston or Auburn areas this spring?

Your column is very informative, keep up the good work. – No Name, No Town.

Answer: Unfortunately many spring classes have already started. However, both you and the Dixfield reader seeking help with computers, might want to try contacting Falls Computers in Livermore Falls. According to Nelson Hurd, they have just opened and will give classes, if anyone would like them for a small fee. Anyone interested may phone (207) 897-6838 or e-mail at [email protected].

In the meantime, check with the following adult education later in the summer:



Auburn Adult Education, (207) 784-9220.

Lewiston Adult Education, (207) 795-4141.

Lisbon Adult & Community Education, (207) 353-3037.

Livermore Falls/Jay SAD 36/Jay Adult & Community Education, (207) 897-6384.

Mechanic Falls-Poland Adult & Community Education, (207) 345-3217.

Sabattus Oak Hill Adult & Community Education, (207) 375-6605.

Turner River Valley Adult & Community Education, (207) 225-3478.

Bath Adult Education, (207) 443-8255.

Topsham/Brunswick Merrymeeting Regional Adult Education, (207) 729-7323.

Bethel SAD 44 Adult Education, (207) 824-2780.

Buckfield SAD 39 Adult & Community Education, (207) 336-2061.

Fryeburg SAD 72 Continuing Education, (207) 935-2600.

Mexico/Rumford Adult Learning Center at Region 9, (207) 364-2012.

Porter/Hiram SAD 55 Adult Education, (207) 625-3092.

South Paris Oxford Hills Adult Education, (207) 743-8842.

Farmington SAD 9 Adult & Community Education & Franklin County ABE, (207) 778-3460.

Jackman SAD 12 Adult Education, (207) 668-5291.

Kingfield SAD 58 Adult Education, (207) 265-5511.

Rangeley Adult Education, (207) 864-2028.

Gray/New Gloucester Adult & Community Education, (207) 657-2620.

Bridgton/Casco SAD 61 Adult & Community Education, (207) 647-5054.





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