Dec. 3: Senior Housing

Dec. 3: Senior Housing

in Rappahannock

On Monday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Library, Rappahannock Community Housing Partnership (RCHP) will host /Senior Housing in Rappahannock, a Community Discussion. A panel of speakers will cover a range of topics concerning senior housing conditions and needs in Rappahannock, followed by a question and answer segment guided by an RCHP rep. Panelists include -Sallie Morgan and Chris Miller of Aging Together - to discuss what housing is presently available compared to anticipated needs of a growing senior population. Micheal Soule, Senior Advocate of Rappahannock - to discuss what are the housing issues faced by the lower income seniors of Rappahannock County. Lillian Aylor, life-long resident of Rappahannock - to share her insights on how housing options for elders have changed over time in Rappahannock. Lea Vittitow - to comment on what is being done now to create solutions to senior housing needs. Contact Lea Vittitow: 540341-2805 or email lea@rapphomes.org

Dec. 4: Free workshop

on coping with grief

Hospice of the Rapidan will offer a free workshop for people who are grieving the loss of a family member, loved one or close friend this holiday season. Facing the holidays can be especially difficult when dealing with the loss of a loved one: The program offers participants the opportunity to discuss their issues, concerns, and questions with others who are going through similar experiences and to get assistance from Hospice of the Rapidan’s grief support team. All members of the public are welcome and no prior affiliation with Hospice of the Rapidan is necessary. Participants may choose between two sessions On Tuesday, December 4, one in the afternoon from 2:00-3:30 pm and one in the evening from 7:00-8:30 pm. Both will be held in Hospice of the Rapidan’s community room at 1200 Sunset Lane, Suite 2320, Mulberry Commons, Culpeper. Pre-registration is appreciated but not necessary. For more information or to register call Craig at 540-8254840, Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm.

Dec. 5: Rappahannock Free clinic

Rappahannock Free clinic will be open on Wednesday, Dec. 5, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the County Health Department on Main Street in Washington. For more information call the Fauquier Free Clinic at 540-347-0394.

Dec. 6: “Buy Fresh, Buy Local”

To explore the development of Virginiabased local and regional food systems and discuss a variety of local farm and food projects, the Virginia Cooperative Extension is hosting a one-day conference titled “Connecting Farms, Food and Communities - Developing the Producer, Market, Table Link” at Graves Mountain Lodge om Route 670. Conference is from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost of $20 includes lunch, refreshments and materials. Pre-registration is required and should be done by contacting the Rappahannock County Office at (540) 675-3619.