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Finding the Right Words: Guidelines on how to talk to grieving children about death
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Through the years I have learned a great deal from many grieving children and their families. They have taught me
Helping Yourself Heal When Someone Loved Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Someone You Love Has Died You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the
The Different Types of Funeral Services Available for Your Family
Saying goodbye to a loved one is a difficult and emotional process, and planning a funeral service can be overwhelming. However, by understanding the different
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
Pre-planning a funeral: Why it’s an important part of estate planning
Pre-planning a funeral is an important part of estate planning that many people overlook. While it’s not something that most of us want to think
Choosing the Right Venue for a Funeral Service
Selecting the right venue for a funeral service is an essential part of the funeral planning process. The venue should provide a comfortable and appropriate
Embracing the Sadness of Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “In every heart there is an inner room, where we can hold our greatest treasures and our deepest pain.” —
How Pre-Planning Your Funeral Can Save Your Family Money
Funerals are not only emotionally difficult but they can also be very expensive. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the average cost of a
Mustering the Courage to Mourn
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “Whatever you do, you need courage.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Loss brings uninvited pain into our lives. In opening to
Helping Yourself Heal When a Baby Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Your baby has died. You are now faced with the difficult, but important, need to mourn. Mourning is the open
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 Children with Funerals
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. The Adult as Role Model and Helper A child you care about is grieving. If you, too, loved the person
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
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
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
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