The Compassionate Friends organization meets the second Tuesday of each month, at 7:30 p.m., in room 141 at Salem Baptist Church, 1724 Ga. Highway 155 North, in McDonough. Compassionate Friends is an organization for those who have lost a child. If you or someone you know is grieving because of the loss of a child (or grandchild, etc.), the group is here to help. For more information, call Freddie Saye at (678) 925-4027, or (770) 957-6610, or visit: http://thecompassionatefriendsfw.com/.
Providence Hospice is seeking volunteers to work with terminally ill patients and their families. Free training and flexible schedules are available. Contact Sarah Trousdale at (770) 286-
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