“The Grieving Teen,” written by Helen Fitzgerald, turns her focus to a sometimes forgotten population when death occurs – the teenager. Fitzgerald brings a comforting, yet direct approach to teenagers who have experienced loss due to a death. Not only…
The COVID-19 crisis has created an entirely new and different world in which we all have to operate. Just like those experiencing grief and trying to adapt to a world without their loved ones in it, you also need to…
Ohio’s Hospice is launching a new video series, “Identifying and Coping With Living Losses.” Through Pathways of Hope Grief Counseling Centers, Ohio’s Hospice continues to provide opportunities for patients, families and community members to receive bereavement and supportive services. Pathways…
“I Have a Question About Death,” written by Arlen Grad Gaines and Meredith Englander Polsky, can be a useful toolfor parents and caregivers to explain death and grief to children with autism. This grief resource is a way for adults…
The Pathways of Hope grief counseling staff at Ohio’s Hospice continue to provide bereavement services in a variety of safe and approachable ways for patients, families and community members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of COVID-19, Pathways of Hope is now offering its services…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are experiencing grief, even though they may not have experienced the death of a loved one or friend. This is known as a living loss. It is important to identify these symptoms and learn…
It is natural for people who are in the process of grieving to dread certain events, such as holidays, anniversaries and birthdays. Grieving often begins in anticipation of an event; such grief is expected and accepted. However, the bereaved also…
“Sometimes I feel like I’m on an emotional roller coaster. There are times when I’m feeling better and seem to be doing OK. Then it seems like out of nowhere, I’m down and feeling overwhelmed. Is this normal?” The emotional…
We celebrate life’s stories every day through the experiences we are privileged to share with our patients and their families. Each new season brings a new chance to Celebrate Life’s Stories with loved ones. During the winter, there are opportunities for…
Birthdays, anniversaries and holidays tend to be particularly challenging for the bereaved, painfully triggering memories and longings for times past. Even in the best of times, the holiday season can tax physical, emotional and financial resources. It should come as…
