Upon the death of a loved one, despite all the emotions and grief, there are logistical and practical concerns needed to be taken care of by the family. The following checklist details some possible immediate actions needed to be taken by the family me …
Depending on the circumstances of the death of your loved one, the media may be interested in sharing your story to local news, newspapers, or other publications. It is important to consider the full extent of talking to the media prior to agreeing to …
Four things to know after a loved one has died:  You may feel lost, helpless, empty, or even relieved.  Any and all emotions are possible and acceptable. Each person mourns in their own way and in their own time. You might be overwhelmed, so use your …
When a loved one dies we are often left with complicated and overwhelming feelings. The person you loved is gone, yet all of their belongings remain. A part of you may say, “This is all just stuff, it isn’t really my loved one.” Yet it is the “stuff” t …
End of Life Pre-Planning, focuses on the steps you can take in advance of a loved-one passing or for yourself. While no one wants to think about the possibility of losing their loved ones, having the basics of a plan in place will help everyone in the …
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 co …
Losing a loved one can be a challenging time emotionally and financially. As funeral costs continue to rise, it is useful to know the options for funding a gravestone, headstone, or grave marker. When shopping for funeral-related products, the Federal …
The initial meeting with your chosen funeral home will take approximately 2.5 hours if the funeral home and cemetery are in close proximity; and longer if they are not in the same location. The following are items that should be discussed with the fami …
Acute mourning: The initial phase of disorientation, dulled senses, denial, and yearning. Advance Directive: This is a general term describing two kinds of legal documents [See Living Will and Durable Powers of Attorney]. Such documents allow a person …
Holding Space for Others as They Grieve: How saying nothing at all is sometimes the best thing we can do for someone who is grieving. Stronger than ever is the need for nonverbal affirmation in today’s society. Our lives are ruled so much by a constant …
Coping with loss takes time and impacts people differently, both emotionally and physically. Here we list resources to aid in the grieving process. *Carson’s Village does not endorse any of these services over another. Therapy: Psychology Today …
Coping with loss takes time and impacts people differently, both emotionally and physically. Here we list resources specific to the DFW area to aid in the grieving process in no specific order. For other resources on how to cope, you can visit this pag …
Losing an infant, stillbirth, and miscarriage can all be incredibly traumatic experiences. Often, it can be hard to find the support you want and need and relying on family can be difficult as well. Below are some resources and organizations that provi …
The grieving process can promote feelings of helplessness and loneliness and dealing with loss can forever change the way we view the world. Recognizing the void that loved ones leave in our lives, hearts, and minds can be a very important part of the …
In these unprecedented pandemic times, funeral homes and families have needed to adapt to a new method of mourning. Families and friends are not always able to mourn via traditional funeral services. Currently, many loved ones do not feel comfortable t …
Employer and Social Security – The Family Lead will need to know to notify the employer of the deceased, so the proper paperwork can be completed. This may affect payroll and benefits, as well as the general morale and work schedule of the deceased’s c …
While the eligibility between whole-body versus organ donation varies, both are common end-of-life requests. Below are two different examples of services that facilitate organ and whole-body donation, respectively.  Organ Donation – Southwest Transpla …
The Grief & Loss Center of North Texas has started a new Parent Group for Child Loss by Suicide.  Services offered:  Any parent who has lost a child to suicide no matter where they live is welcome. The group will meet virtually on Zoom the 3rd We …
In the article, “What Costs Can the Estate Cover,” we mentioned that the executor of the estate is responsible for paying the bills of a passed loved one. If the executor is or will be you, then you may feel nervous at first, but the process of paying …
Funerals and memorial services can be incredibly costly, with the average funeral costing almost $8,000, excluding the burial costs and obituary. Finding low-cost options to remember your loved ones may not look like a traditional funeral but can be ev …
Funeral homes provide services and support to families facing imminent (hospice) and at-need death situations. Funeral homes or mortuaries are on-call when a death occurs and most are available to support families 24/7, 365 days a year. They are respon …
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 …
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 fa …
The following is an excerpt from The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) Grief Talk: Talking to a Child or Teen to Let them Know Someone has Died. Considerations For Teenage Children (13+ years): • Provide a familiar, distraction-free enviro …
Even if you decide not to use our free services, we still want to help. Here is a list of things to consider by topic that you are likely to face in the next few days: Working with the Medical Examiner/Law Enforcement: Once you leave the hospital you m …
This article serves as a general guide and shouldn’t be substituted for the advice of a professional lawyer. For personal matters regarding individual estates, consult an attorney.  After someone close to us passes away, our worlds are turned upside d …
Upon the death of a loved one, despite all the emotions and grief, there are logistical and practical concerns needed to be taken care of by the family. The following checklist details some possible immediate actions needed to be taken by the family me …
Depending on the circumstances of the death of your loved one, the media may be interested in sharing your story to local news, newspapers, or other publications. It is important to consider the full extent of talking to the media prior to agreeing to …
Four things to know after a loved one has died:  You may feel lost, helpless, empty, or even relieved.  Any and all emotions are possible and acceptable. Each person mourns in their own way and in their own time. You might be overwhelmed, so use your …
When a loved one dies we are often left with complicated and overwhelming feelings. The person you loved is gone, yet all of their belongings remain. A part of you may say, “This is all just stuff, it isn’t really my loved one.” Yet it is the “stuff” t …
End of Life Pre-Planning, focuses on the steps you can take in advance of a loved-one passing or for yourself. While no one wants to think about the possibility of losing their loved ones, having the basics of a plan in place will help everyone in the …
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 co …
Losing a loved one can be a challenging time emotionally and financially. As funeral costs continue to rise, it is useful to know the options for funding a gravestone, headstone, or grave marker. When shopping for funeral-related products, the Federal …
The initial meeting with your chosen funeral home will take approximately 2.5 hours if the funeral home and cemetery are in close proximity; and longer if they are not in the same location. The following are items that should be discussed with the fami …
Acute mourning: The initial phase of disorientation, dulled senses, denial, and yearning. Advance Directive: This is a general term describing two kinds of legal documents [See Living Will and Durable Powers of Attorney]. Such documents allow a person …
Holding Space for Others as They Grieve: How saying nothing at all is sometimes the best thing we can do for someone who is grieving. Stronger than ever is the need for nonverbal affirmation in today’s society. Our lives are ruled so much by a constant …
Coping with loss takes time and impacts people differently, both emotionally and physically. Here we list resources to aid in the grieving process. *Carson’s Village does not endorse any of these services over another. Therapy: Psychology Today …
Coping with loss takes time and impacts people differently, both emotionally and physically. Here we list resources specific to the DFW area to aid in the grieving process in no specific order. For other resources on how to cope, you can visit this pag …
Losing an infant, stillbirth, and miscarriage can all be incredibly traumatic experiences. Often, it can be hard to find the support you want and need and relying on family can be difficult as well. Below are some resources and organizations that provi …
The grieving process can promote feelings of helplessness and loneliness and dealing with loss can forever change the way we view the world. Recognizing the void that loved ones leave in our lives, hearts, and minds can be a very important part of the …
In these unprecedented pandemic times, funeral homes and families have needed to adapt to a new method of mourning. Families and friends are not always able to mourn via traditional funeral services. Currently, many loved ones do not feel comfortable t …
Employer and Social Security – The Family Lead will need to know to notify the employer of the deceased, so the proper paperwork can be completed. This may affect payroll and benefits, as well as the general morale and work schedule of the deceased’s c …
While the eligibility between whole-body versus organ donation varies, both are common end-of-life requests. Below are two different examples of services that facilitate organ and whole-body donation, respectively.  Organ Donation – Southwest Transpla …
The Grief & Loss Center of North Texas has started a new Parent Group for Child Loss by Suicide.  Services offered:  Any parent who has lost a child to suicide no matter where they live is welcome. The group will meet virtually on Zoom the 3rd We …
In the article, “What Costs Can the Estate Cover,” we mentioned that the executor of the estate is responsible for paying the bills of a passed loved one. If the executor is or will be you, then you may feel nervous at first, but the process of paying …
Funerals and memorial services can be incredibly costly, with the average funeral costing almost $8,000, excluding the burial costs and obituary. Finding low-cost options to remember your loved ones may not look like a traditional funeral but can be ev …
Funeral homes provide services and support to families facing imminent (hospice) and at-need death situations. Funeral homes or mortuaries are on-call when a death occurs and most are available to support families 24/7, 365 days a year. They are respon …
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 …
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 fa …
The following is an excerpt from The National Alliance for Grieving Children (NAGC) Grief Talk: Talking to a Child or Teen to Let them Know Someone has Died. Considerations For Teenage Children (13+ years): • Provide a familiar, distraction-free enviro …
Even if you decide not to use our free services, we still want to help. Here is a list of things to consider by topic that you are likely to face in the next few days: Working with the Medical Examiner/Law Enforcement: Once you leave the hospital you m …
This article serves as a general guide and shouldn’t be substituted for the advice of a professional lawyer. For personal matters regarding individual estates, consult an attorney.  After someone close to us passes away, our worlds are turned upside d …
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