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How to Write a Sympathy Card

How to Write a Sympathy Card

February 16, 2024
Writing a sympathy card to someone after they lose a loved one can feel very difficult, and the right words can seem impossible to find. The most important part of a sympathy card is simply letting the bereaved know that you are thinking about them and want to express your...

Spanish Language Grief Support Resources

October 25, 2023
Seeking support after loss can already be a very challenging task, and finding support resources in the language you speak is all the more important. In recent years, more and more services are becoming available for Spanish-speaking communities, particularly in the Southern states. Below are some grief support services offered...

Explaining the Social Worker’s Role in a Hospital  

October 29, 2021
Social workers are generally individuals who support people in improving their quality of life through counseling, advocacy, and reporting. They often help people through life changes with these skills and refer individuals to the best help in their community. Social workers can operate in a variety of settings with a...

How to Claim Social Security Death Benefits 

October 29, 2021
When a person dies it is important to notify Social Security (*see note). Most funeral homes will report the death for families, once a social security number is provided during the funeral arrangement process. This takes a small part of the burden off of the family of the deceased.   1. Who can collect the Social...

Workplace Support

April 2, 2021
Struggling to return to work after the loss of a loved one? Or do you work with someone who is returning to work while still grieving and you don’t know what to say? Carson’s Village can help. Visit our resource pages to access return to work aids that will help...

Social Circle Organization

November 14, 2018
Communications should start with immediate family members and close friends. The family can determine how they need to facilitate this communication. Once immediate family, friends and clergy have been notified, then extended friends and family should be notified. Once the word gets out, people may start coming by the house...

Social Media Tips

November 14, 2018
In this day and age, many people use social media to communicate and share information. This can prove very beneficial to the family but may also cause confusion and hurt feelings. Review these tips to ensure social media is used as a support to the family in this difficult time....

Signup Genius: Organize your Social Circle

November 14, 2018
Carson’s Village utilizes Signup Genius to organize the village.  This is an easy way to help organize friends and family that would like to offer assistance.  This form provides the family idea options that can be used to help support them.   It is important to make the family aware that...

Sample Emails to Social Circles

November 14, 2018
General Announcement Subject: Sad News It is with a very heavy heart that I am sharing that NAME’s (father/mother/husband/wife/son/daughter) unexpectedly passed away on DATE.  The family is devastated and needs our support more than ever.  No arrangements have been made as of yet.  News will be shared with you as it...

Dealing with Loss at School

November 14, 2018
There are several different populations to take into consideration when addressing death in a school. Making sure to adequately prepare the students, parents, and teachers is important and requires different approaches for each group. For students: Be sure to speak with the grieving student before they return Ask what the...

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