By arhospice on November 25th, 2019 in Blog, Grief Support
The holidays are often thought of as joyful times of the year, filled with sights and sounds of seasonal cheer. Yet for people struggling with the death of a family member or other loved one, the holidays can be a difficult time.
The season may be full of reminders of the loss in our lives. And it is not just recent losses. During the holidays, feelings of grief can seem fresh, even if a loved one died years ago. Of course, dealing with the pandemic makes this year even more difficult.
Arkansas Hospice, in conjunction with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, offers the following suggestions for holiday grief. If you are suffering with the loss of a loved one and have asked yourself, “How will I be able to make it through the holidays?” here are a few ways to cope during this difficult time:
If you or a loved one are dealing with loss this holiday season, please feel free to reach out to our community based grief support. CLICK HERE for a list of available resources on our website.