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The unique challenges of grieving after a sudden or unexpected loss
Grieving after the loss of a loved one can be an incredibly difficult experience, but it can be especially challenging when the loss is sudden

Understanding Oregon Cremation Laws: What Families Need to Know
When a loved one passes away, families are often faced with both emotional loss and unfamiliar legal responsibilities. In Oregon, cremation is a common choice,

Understanding the Differences Between Traditional and Green Burial Options
Losing a loved one is a difficult and emotional experience. While the grieving process is unique to each individual, it is a universal experience that
The Grief of Dementia Care Partners
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “One of the hardest things you will ever have to do is grieve the loss of a person who is
Veterans Burial Benefits
Burial benefits available for veterans may include a burial flag, government headstone, marker or medallion, and a presidential memorial certificate, at no cost to the
Helping Yourself Heal When an Adult Sibling Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “To the outside world we all grow old. But not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we

Cremation services and grief support: How to find comfort in a difficult time
Losing a loved one is an emotional and difficult experience, and the grieving process can be overwhelming. Cremation services offer an opportunity to create a
Helping Teenagers Cope with Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Teenagers Mourn Too Each year thousands of teenagers experience the death of someone they love. When a parent, sibling, friend

What to Expect When Working With a Direct Cremation Provider
Losing a loved one is never easy, and for many families, the days that follow can feel overwhelming. Along with processing grief, there are important
Helping Yourself Heal When Your Spouse Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Few events in life are as painful as the death of your spouse. You may be uncertain you will survive

The Different Types of Cremation Services Available to Families
Losing a loved one is never easy, and planning their final arrangements can be a difficult and emotional experience. One of the decisions you’ll need
Helping a Friend in Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A friend has experienced the death of someone loved. You want to help, but you are not sure how to

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
Helping Infants and Toddlers Cope with Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. When Someone a Baby Loves Dies When someone a baby loves dies, knowing what to say or do can be
Who to Call First When Someone Dies at Home in Oregon
A plain guide to the first phone call after a death at home in Oregon — hospice or 911, what your provider needs from you, and the things that do not have to happen tonight.