Grief and Loss Support

Featured Grief and Loss Support

Five Stages of Preparing for Death - Preparing for a death can be terrifying if you have no idea what to expect, both physically and emotionally.

Our Stillborn and Still Born Daughters -   By Pat Montesano We were all so excited! Our eighth child was due on April 11th, and we had purchased all new clothing and necessities, including a beautiful new cradle. We had not previously been so financially prepared for our other children, and our family was energized ...

Loss and Holiday Stress -   By Barbara Gould The past year has been one of trauma and stress for untold numbers of people. If you are one of the thousands that have suffered a loss and are wondering how you are going to face the upcoming holidays, perhaps making some major changes in your traditions ...

Dealing With Grief, Guilt and Gratuity -   By Barbara Gould Position of care giver is not always rewarding or even bearable. You are aware ahead of time that a family member or nearing the end of 'this life', but when the final hours passes you find yourself in shock. Compassion tells you that this person's painand ...

Just Sitting With It -   by Catie Gosselin of WomanLinks.com The shock of my father's death is beginning to wane. The arrangements were made. The funeral and burial followed. My family and I now find ourselves faced with returning to our usual routines. The only hitch is that the grief is not ...

All Is Not Lost -   by Catie Gosselin of WomanLinks.com This weekend, I had the unappealing job of signing my father into a nursing home. Logically, I understand the necessity of this move, as his declining health mandates the availability of care on a 24/7 basis. Emotionally, however, it was a gut-wrenching ...