Grief support groups are not all created equal.  Grief is unique to the individual and having a variety of groups to choose from may be beneficial.  Be informed and know what you need.  Know if you are appropriate for group sessions or if group work is appropriate for you. Grief support groups can be opened […]

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  “A Special Heart” For some individuals, a heart has special meaning on different levels and therefore is a great way of remembering a loved one. When doing counselling sessions I ask individuals to choose a ceramic heart to hold onto. This heart can be a reminder of a special loved one and provides a […]

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  “Sometimes we need something to hold onto.” It is not uncommon for some individuals to keep specific items of clothing of someone they love after the loved one has died. This idea of making something from the clothing of a loved one uses items and remakes them into something different.   The picture displays […]

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  In deciding what to share with you I thought of two avenues.  One, “Practical Ideas to Help You” get through the season and two, “It Is About You Too”.   NOTE: I have focused on adults, but some of the suggestions and ideas can be taken into consideration when children and grief are a […]

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“Sometimes we need something to hold onto.” After a loss, when there is something quick needed to help someone and you are not certain what might work; try folding a loved one’s t-shirt into the shape of a small pillow.  This can easily be whipped stitched (stitched loosely) closed and held onto when needed.  A […]

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