Video

Christian – “Jeff’s Story”

Christian tells Jeff”s story… the good and his struggles.

Maureen – “Milestones and anniversaries”

Maureen talks about loss and what happens over time.

Christian – Grieving spaces

Christian talks grieving spaces and people coming together when grieving

Katie – Getting stronger

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

Janice – “It’s never too late to grieve”

Janice talks about the importance of noticing feelings.

Kim – Self care

Kim talks about looking after yourself and how much it helps. In particular be kind to yourself

Bryan – Mom

Bryan gives his mother credit for how well she raised her two sons after her husband was murdered

Keith – “Timeframe for grief”

Keith explains it is never too late to grieve and there is no timeline.

Rebecca -Absurdity

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

Cheryl and Mike – “Getting help”

Mike and Cheryl talk about their surviving daughter and getting help. They continue to grieve the death their daughter in a car accident.

Jim – Grief and policing

Jim – ” I believe that policing is a profession that is constantly filled with loss. Whether it is losing a partner, a friend, or a loved one, police officers are always dealing with the pain of loss. I also talk about my own personal experience with grief, and how I have learned to cope with it. I hope that this video will help other police officers who are struggling with grief.”

Kara – “Meals”

Kara discusses food shopping for one and learning what she as an individual likes. Kara continues to grieve the death of her partner.