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The Guilt of Grief: How to Stop Blaming Yourself
Are you experiencing intense guilt following the loss of a loved one? If so, you aren’t alone.
Guilt is a common emotion in the wake of loss. While it isn’t unusual to the grieving process, holdi...
Monday, August 17, 2020
Keeping the Peace: Six Good Ideas for Dividing Your Loved One’s Possessions
Combining grief, stress, and treasured heirlooms can be a challenge for families. That’s why the loss of a loved one sometimes tests the bonds of even the closest families.
People do unusual thin...
Monday, August 10, 2020
Dealing with Loss: Avoid Making Major Decisions While You’re Grieving
When a loss occurs, many decisions must be made. There are choices about funerals, memorial services, burial, cremation, logistics relating to funeral services, and many others. While we may be abl...
Monday, July 27, 2020
Essential Tips for Helping Your Child Deal with Loss
Children, like adults, need time to grieve the loss of a loved one. One of the most important things you can do during this time is to let them know you're available to listen and provide reassuran...
Saturday, July 18, 2020
How Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help Families Navigate Eldercare Challenges
Dealing with the needs of elderly parents can be challenging at best. In addition to the stress and emotion involved, tending to the many facets of their lives is often complicated and frustra...
Friday, July 17, 2020
Understanding the Symbolism of the Most Popular Funeral Flowers
Before you tell the florist to “put something nice together” for a sympathy arrangement, give some thought to the message it’s sending. Ideally, the arrangement should reflect the life of the perso...
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Dealing with a COVID-19 Loss: What Not to Say to the Bereaved
Even in the best of times, it is difficult to know how to help someone grieve. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, consoling a friend who has lost a loved one to the virus requires extra care and...
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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Seven Common Misconceptions about Hospice Care Explained
Misconceptions about hospice care often stem from a lack of accurate information and awareness.
The many inaccuracies surrounding hospice care create unnecessary fear and reluctance at a challengi...
Choosing a Cemetery Property? Don’t Make These Common Mistakes
Choosing a cemetery property is a delicate process that requires the balancing of emotional comfort with practical considerations.
When a loved one passes away, there are countless decisions to be...
Celebrate National Wellness Month with These Ten Wholesome Habits
Celebrate National Wellness Month by investing in your health with practical strategies to boost your well-being.
Every August, National Wellness Month provides a dedicated time to focus on self-c...
Attending an End-of-Life Event? Follow this Helpful Guide to Funeral Etiquette
Whether it’s your first funeral or you need a refresher, this guide to funeral etiquette will help you offer your support with grace and dignity.
Funerals and memorial services are about celebrati...
Five Tips to Help You Choose the Perfect Outfit for a Summertime Funeral
Balancing formality and comfort is key when dressing for a summertime funeral.
Attending a funeral is an emotional experience, and figuring out what to wear can be an added stressor. This is espec...
July is Healthy Vision Month: Take These Steps to Prioritize Your Eye Health
Celebrate Healthy Vision Month by empowering yourself with the knowledge to protect your eyes.
Every July, the National Eye Institute designates Healthy Vision Month to emphasize the importance of...
How Much Do You Know About Silent Strokes? Eight Ways to Reduce Your Risk
Arm yourself with knowledge and take action to decrease the risk of silent strokes.
Is it possible to have a stroke and not be aware of it? The short answer is yes. Silent strokes are stealthy, lu...
