Until 12 years ago probate was something that didn’t impact my life. Then a family member died by suicide without a Will. My education in kindergarten, fifth grade, high school, college or even graduate school did not prepare me for the legalese of probate. I am not a lawyer or even a paralegal. This article …
Ceremony Paves Way for Healthy Grieving By The Rev. Dr. Lark d’Helen In cultures across the globe mourning after death is observed in countless ways from dressing in black for the first year after death to sitting shiva for seven days to the endless wave of casseroles brought to the family in the weeks following a …
When a loved one dies, a funeral or memorial service is an important part of a healthy grieving process. While this ritual is a way to honor the life of a loved one and share your memories with others who cared for them, it is also the beginning of a new chapter for the survivors, …
Reprinted from Center for Loss | May 15, 2020 by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. This pandemic is replete with tragedy, but one Colorado story not far from my home has been weighing on my heart. In the Huffington Post on May 7, 2020, Mary Hagen Roberts published an essay about the death of her precious daughter, Laura, who had just turned 33. …
When Should I Visit? Upon learning of a death, intimate friends of the family should visit the home to offer sympathy and ask if they can help. You may prefer to visit the family at the funeral home. This setting may be more comfortable for you and the family, as they are prepared for visitors. …
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