Death of a Parent

Lisa – How to support someone in grief

Lisa shares what was helpful from other people when she was grieving

Matt – Adoption and grief

Matt talks about how adoption and grief have similarities. Matt continues to grieve the death of his birth mother.

Rebecca -Absurdity

Rebecca talks about the death of her father and how things can seem real unreal, absurd when in grief

Adam – Things that are OK to do

Adam talks about things he does to cope with grief like singing and crying

Craig – My Cumulative Grief

Craig shares his story of experiencing a series of significant losses over the course of two years. He talks about the shock, grief, and uncertainty he felt during this time, and how he coped with the accumulation of loss.Craig’s story is a reminder that grief is a normal and natural response to loss, but it can be overwhelming when it comes in waves. If you are experiencing grief, it is important to reach out for support from friends, family, or a therapist. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and everyone experiences it differently. The important thing is to be patient with yourself and to allow yourself to feel your emotions.

Lyss – Music

Lyss remembers playing music for her mother as she was dying and how music has helped with feelings

Hope – Camp for grief

Hope talks about the benefits of grief camp for her and her twin sister

Jessica M – Finding Hope

Jessica shares memories of her brothers birthday which was just before her mothers death and how they all found hope

Amber – My Story

Amber talks about the traumatic death of her father in an explosion and being 17

Bryan – My Story

Bryan talks about his father being a lawyer and being shot and killed by an apposing lawyer. He talks about his mother and brother and how they have coped

Clare – “Talking About Grief”

Clare talks about her experiences with grief. Clare continues to grieve the death of her father.

Katie – Getting stronger

Katie talks losing her mother when she was young and how the experience helped her when she lost her Dad