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Our Annual Seven Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving, 2024 Edition:
Gracious gifts that spread love and beauty -
“Making Mobiles” by Karolina Merska:
An artist’s manual on how to create beautiful Polish pajaki -
“Hands Up to the Sky” by Michael Franti & Spearhead:
A surprisingly upbeat song about acknowledging both loss and the beauty of life
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Mailboxes to Heaven Allow Grieving Familes to Feel Connected to Loved Ones
A young girl's idea brings comfort to grieving family members
Many children happily write letters to Santa this time of year, sharing lists of desired toys and treats. But grieving families may find themselves writing a different kind of letter, addressed instead to their loved one. Throughout 2023, cemeteries throughout … Continue reading
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The 6 Best Tech Gadgets for Family Caregivers of Aging Parents
Embracing technology can go a long way in easing the burden of caregiving
The role of family caregivers becomes increasingly vital as our loved ones age, and increasingly more challenging. Technology can help ease the burden in the caregiving journey.
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Jimmy Carter’s Lengthy Stay Challenges Hospice Misconceptions
The former U.S. president has now spent more than nine months in hospice, emphasizing its impact on quality of life
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter entered home hospice care in February 2023 – and nine months later, his longevity rivals hospice misconceptions. The 39th President of the United States appeared briefly at his late wife Rosalynn Carter’s funeral in Plains, … Continue reading
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Writing the Perfect Holiday Card for Someone Who is Grieving
How to write a holiday card to someone in mourning
According to Hallmark, “Christmas is the largest card-sending holiday in the United States with approximately 1.3 billion cards sent annually.” In conjunction with the massive amount of cards mailed, Psychology Today reports, “35 percent of individuals don’t look forward to … Continue reading
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Remembering the Life and Legacy of Rosalynn Carter
One of the first advocates for caregiver support in the U.S.
The nation is in mourning after former First Lady Rosalynn Carter died at age 96 on Nov. 19, 2023. She is remembered as a passionate advocate for many causes that were once viewed as taboo, starting with her fight to … Continue reading
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How to Cope with Grief on Thanksgiving
An opportunity for gratitude
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family and celebration, which is exactly why the holiday can also be incredibly difficult if you’re grappling with grief. Coping with the loss of a loved one during this festive season may intensify feelings … Continue reading
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