Latest Grief guides

We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Bring Your Legacy to Life with a Legacy Project

A legacy project is a great way to share your story and make an impact, long after you’re gone.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Songs about death; for when you need a good, old fashioned cry

Sometimes all you need is a sad song. And some tissues.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Returning to Work After the Death of a Loved One

The most dreaded ‘first day back at work’ of them all.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Death can change families. Here’s how.

How does death change families? Sometimes for better, sometimes for worse.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Dealing with Multiple Losses; at once, or cumulatively

There aren’t many things harder than losing someone you love… Except when you lose multiple people at once, or cumulatively. Here are our recommendations for dealing with cumulative grief.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Telling People Your Loved One has Died

Wondering how to tell people that someone near and dear to you has died? Saying it out loud can be one of the toughest challenges of them all.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
5 MIN READ
Tackling Death and Grief on the Small Screen

Television shows can be a surprising resource, offering important examples of how people process grief and handle loss. Watching fictional characters struggle can actually help all of us learn how to better process these raw feelings.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
How to Remember a Classmate who has Passed Away

The passing of a classmate can have a tremendous impact on teachers, other students, parents, and the wider community. Honouring them in an age-appropriate way that also feels true to their character is important – so here are our recommendations.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
5 Unique Ways to Honour a Loved One who has Passed Away

From fun runs to storytelling evenings, regular donations to shaving your head for charity, there are a myriad of ways you can honour your loved one after they’ve passed.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
What to Say When Someone is Unwell

A guide on what to say, when someone is unwell and you really don’t know what to say.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
5 Movies & Scenes About Heaven and the Afterlife for Kids & Adults

Explaining the concept of death to kids in an age appropriate way can be a real challenge, especially when you are experiencing grief yourself. Read on for a list of movies and scenes that might help make it easier for them to understand.

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post.author.nameAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
3 Netflix Documentaries About Death and Grief

No one really wants to talk about it, but the truth is that life is synonymous with death, and in order to resolve our fears or to live peacefully with them, it helps to address and prepare for death's arrival.