Navigating the Shock and Grief
Navigating the Shock and Grief When Chris committed suicide, it was like time stood still in the minutes and hours that followed. The shock, the horror, the tragedy….my mind was completely flooded with emotions and overwhelm. I had two children to care for, in the immediate minutes and hours after we found him. After sending […]
Seeking Immediate Support
Immediate Support List Immediately following the event / during the waiting period of the investigation: 1. Bring water, drinks, snacks, food (and other supplies, if needed) to the family and those waiting and sitting with family members. (We were not allowed access to the house or anything inside and were outside waiting for 5-6 hours). […]
The Day After
The Day After 1. Be available, in person if possible, to help the family connect with their physician, healthcare provider, or therapist (or any or all of these), to talk about and strategize on ideas to help them with sleep and anxiety, counseling/therapy sessions, and coping strategies for the immediate days and weeks ahead. 2. […]
The Following Days and Beyond
The Following Days 1. When it’s time to go pick up personal effects from the funeral home, etc. accompany the widow/widower to go do that. (For me, none of the situation seemed real until I was handed my husband’s wedding ring. Also, I was grateful that I didn’t have to hold or carry my husband’s […]
Quick Print Checklist
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