A family gathers around a photo of the child they lost to a life-threatening illness. Friends of Karen is a non-profit that provides vital financial, advocacy, and emotional support to families ...

Grieving individuals often struggle with decision-making, making open-ended offers of help overwhelming. Supportive actions ...

As I watch my son grieve the loss of another close friend only a month and a half after losing the first, it reminds me that we are in a time where parents have to prepare to discuss conversations of ...

New beginnings, like heading back to school in a new classroom with new friends, can be exciting for some kids. However, like all new beginnings, a new school year can also bring up tough emotions for ...

My patient’s husband was admitted to the hospital with COVID-19 and passed away three days later, alone, on a ventilator. She was too sick to mourn the devastation; she had also contracted COVID-19 ...

Phrases like “If you need anything, just ask” or “I’m here if you need me” are commonly offered after the loss of a loved one. While often well-intentioned, these words can serve more to relieve the ...

David Knapp’s book, “I Didn’t Know What To Say”, serves as a cornerstone of Grief Relief Ministries’ resources. Unlike traditional narratives centered on personal stories, Knapp’s book is written for ...

The holidays are generally perceived as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for those who are facing grief after the death of a loved one, the holidays may instead be a time filled with pain ...

To help children and families grieving a death navigate their path to a hopeful future. Vision: A world where no child grieves alone. Values: Children are our greatest gift. We value Kindness, ...

The U.P. Grief Support Training event will take place Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Northern Center. BabyCakes Muffin Company is fostering a friendship-making event Friday, Jan. 23: Speed Dating for ...

Is it me, my age, or is there simply more tragedy and death around these days? I am fully aware of the power of digital technology to cross geographic boundaries and thereby shrink our worlds, and ...