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Coping with Grief and Loss after a Funeral Service
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences anyone can go through. After a funeral service, it’s normal to experience a
You Must Make Friends with the Darkness Before You Can Enter the Light
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A paradox is a seemingly self-contradictory statement or situation that is in fact often true. The paradox of mourning we
The Importance of Planning Ahead: A Guide to a Stress-Free Funeral in Gresham
The loss of a loved one is an emotional and stressful time. It can be especially difficult when family members are left with the burden
What’s Your Love Language
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Identifying and Asking for the Most Effective Grief Support for You When it comes to our mourning and how others
The Misconception of the Funeral as a Rite of Closure
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Raise your hand if you’ve heard that funeral ceremonies help you achieve “closure.” It’s a common misconception. When someone we
The benefits of memorializing a loved one through charitable giving
Losing a loved one is never easy, and finding ways to cope with that loss can be a difficult process. One way that many people
Understanding the Stages of Grief: What to Expect and How to Cope After Losing a Loved One
Losing a loved one can be one of the most challenging experiences anyone can go through. Whether it’s the death of a parent, child, spouse,
Understanding the Costs of Pre-Planning Your Funeral
Losing a loved one is a difficult experience, and the last thing you want is for your family to be burdened with the costs of
Exploring the options for memorializing your loved one after cremation
Losing a loved one can be an emotional and difficult experience, and finding ways to memorialize and honor their memory can be an important part
Choosing a Cremation Provider: What Families Should Know
When facing the loss of a loved one, making final cremation arrangements can feel overwhelming. It is a time filled with grief, reflection, and countless
The role of funeral directors in planning a service
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. Funeral directors play an important role in the funeral planning
Top Reasons Why You Should Consider Pre-Planning Your Funeral: A Comprehensive Guide
Pre-planning your funeral can be a difficult and uncomfortable topic to think about, but it’s an important step to ensure that your final wishes are
How to Choose the Right Funeral Home for Your Pre-Planning Needs
Choosing the right funeral home for your pre-planning needs is an important decision that can have a significant impact on the quality of service you
Helping Yourself Heal When Your Child Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Allow Yourself to Mourn Your child has died. You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn.
Why Direct Cremation Is Becoming More Popular in Oregon
Across Oregon, more families are choosing direct cremation as an alternative to traditional funeral services. This growing preference reflects changes in family values, financial considerations,
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