Finding a Grief Support Group

Grieving is a personal journey, but that doesn’t mean you have to walk it alone. Support groups can be an invaluable resource for those experiencing loss, offering connection, understanding, and shared strength from people who have walked similar paths. While grief impacts each of us differently, support groups create space...
A caregiver is someone who helps a person who needs assistance with daily activities due to aging, illness, disability or injury. Caregivers can play a significant role in an individual’s life, sometimes they are all the support that one has. Whether they are related to the individual they are caring...
Loss can be incredibly challenging for children to process emotionally. Often, it can be hard to find the support children need, particularly if their caregivers are grieving as well. Below are some resources and organizations that provide services to support grieving children in various ways.    Support Groups Many Children...
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...
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 even more meaningful because of its customizability.   When beginning to plan...
The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. For many, it is a cherished period filled with warmth and laughter. However, for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, the holidays can be an emotionally challenging and lonely time. Coping with...
Funerals for veterans aim to honor those who have served our country with traditional aspects such as the honor guard playing taps, the offering of a folded flag to the family, as well as other benefits and honors. These funerals are customizable, but it is important to verify your status...
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...
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 the interview. This resource may be...

End of Life Pre-Planning

September 7, 2023
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 long run. Often, particularly in...
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