Healing After A Loss

For The Bereaved:

• Express your feelings
• Ask for help when needed
• Be patient with yourself
• Keep yourself healthy
• Be alert to your physical needs
• Learn more about grief
• Trust your ability to heal

For Those Who Care:

• Be present and available
• Be a good nonjudgmental listener
• Be very patient
• Let the person cry
• Respect the pain of loss
• Continue to provide support after the initial shock has worn off