Planning

When you are feeling the loss of a loved one, it seems inadequate to show up to a funeral or memorial empty-handed. Even though the long-standing tradition is to drop by with a casserole dish or dessert, consider an alternative way to show your suppo...

Deciding whether or not to bring your child to a funeral really depends on their age, personality, tolerance level and relationship to the person who has passed. Whatever you decide, a loved one’s passing is an important opportunity for you to teach...

Saying the Right Thing at A FuneralHave you ever been to a funeral service? If so, did you find yourself wondering what to say? Funerals can make even the most eloquent of us feel tongue-tied, as we worry about “getting it right.” But the thing is, w...

A hand-written card will always be one of the most personal forms of communication. When someone you know is grieving, a hand-written sympathy card is a great way to help them understand how much the person they’ve lost was valued, respected and love...