Here in the UK, we have said goodbye to Winter and spring is upon us, bringing with it longer days, the hope of better weather and for many a renewed vigour. However, is this the case for those that are grieving? Does spring signal the end of a darker period of mourning or can the …
Following the death of a loved one it is usually necessary for family and friends to sort through belongings and close traditional accounts. However, in the modern era with computers, mobile phones, and social media it is necessary to think about the deceased’s digital legacy as well as physical assets. With an increased focus on …
When a loved one dies, in addition to the grief and sadness that you may be feeling, there are many practicalities that need to be dealt with. One of these is organising a funeral. Most funerals are arranged with a funeral director that will guide you to ensure that all the elements are taken care …
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Entering a New Year following the death of a loved one can be as difficult as the first Christmas, birthday, and other anniversaries. Some people may perceive that the ending of the year in which the death occurs may bring relief, however, in many cases it is the opposite. A New Year marks the passing …
Grief has no defined time limit, however, the first year is likely to be the most acute. Passing each first milestone without your loved one will be extremely difficult, and the first Christmas is no exception. Christmas is typically steeped in tradition for most families and celebrating without the person that has died may seem …
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When a loved one dies there is more than just the funeral to arrange. There is a great deal of ‘death admin’ that needs to be dealt with. Where the death is expected it may be that the person had time to settle their affairs, and to pass relevant accounts over to loved ones making …
Death remains a topic that many people find difficult to discuss, and when it comes to supporting someone that is grieving some people find it difficult to know what say. For a person that has lost a loved one, they can sometimes find that some friends or family also become more distant, the reason for …
Immediately following the death of a loved one family and friends usually rally around providing support and distraction. However, following the funeral all but those closest to the deceased gradually get back to their own lives, checking in less often, providing less help and support. This is perfectly normal and provides an opportunity for those …
It is a topic that nobody wants to think about or talk about, but sadly each year there are around 2000 deaths recorded of infants aged one year and under in the UK. Dealing with the death of a baby is an extremely difficult time for the parents, family, and friends. Planning a funeral for …
Funerals are a traditional element of death, however, the significance of the funeral service for the living is increasingly being overlooked. A funeral service should of course be planned and delivered with dignity, but the importance of the service for helping those in mourning to grieve and heal should be considered too. In this article …
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