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Why Families Choose Local Cremation Providers
When a loved one dies, families across Oregon are often surprised by how many decisions land on their shoulders at once, and how quickly those
Helping Yourself Heal When Your Parent Dies
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Your mother or father has died. Whether you had a good, bad or indifferent relationship with the parent who died,
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
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
First Aid for Broken Hearts
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. “Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.” —
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
Helping Yourself Heal During the Holiday Season
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Holidays are often difficult for anyone who has experienced the death of someone loved. Rather than being times of family
Helping a Suicide Survivor Heal
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Historian Arnold Toynbee once wrote, “There are always two parties to a death; the person who dies and the survivors
Helping Yourself Heal When Someone You Care About Dies of a Drug Overdose
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. A friend or family member has died of a drug overdose. Death and grief are always hard, but when someone
Helping Your Family Heal after Miscarriage
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Miscarriage is a Significant Loss It is normal and natural to hurt deeply after miscarriage. While others may imply or
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,
Why You Should Consider Pre-Planning Your Funeral Even if You Have Life Insurance
Many people believe that having life insurance is enough to cover the costs of their funeral and end-of-life expenses. However, life insurance policies often have
Helping Children Cope With Grief
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. When Someone Loved Dies Adults grieve. So do children. As an adult or child, experiencing grief means to “feel,” not
Cremation services vs. traditional burial: Which is right for you?
When it comes to planning end-of-life services, one of the most significant decisions you’ll face is whether to choose cremation or traditional burial. Each option
When Is the Right Time to Pre-Plan Cremation?
Many people assume that planning for cremation is something to think about later in life. Others believe it is only necessary after a serious illness
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