The families and friends of people who have died can learn methods for coping with grief, particularly during the holidays, at a program Thursday, December 8, at Reamer Galer Funeral Home in Pickford.

Helpful Hints for Coping with the Holidays will be led by Wanda Erickson, bereavement group coordinator for Hospice of Chippewa County. The program will start at 7 p.m. and end at 7:45 p.m. A candle lighting memorial service will follow at 8 p.m.

Anyone who needs transportation to the program, can call the funeral home at (906) 647-3400.