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Signs of Depression You Should Watch Out For

July 17, 2014 No Comments

Depression may stem from various painful experiences — the death of a loved one, a break-up, or financial setback. While the term is used quite loosely by many people, real depression can actually be a serious matter needing to be addressed appropriately. Here are some warning signs of depression: Consistently negative moods and attitude Lower energy level and loss of interest Difficulties in concentrating To know more, read 64 WARNING Signs of Depression You Need to Be Aware of.

Things to Know When Going through the Stage of Mourning

July 16, 2014 No Comments

Believe it or not, mourning over the death of a loved one can actually pave your way to effectively coping with the event. Here are some things that you may want to know about mourning and grief: Don’t even consider skipping the mourning stage. Funeral preparations may keep you busy but at the end of it all, make sure that you give yourself enough time to mourn. Never put your happiness aside. Choosing things that will make your happy doesn’t mean that you loved a person less. Become more appreciative of your surroundings — the people around you, your hobbies, and your environment. To learn more, click here.

Turning to Friends When Coping with the Death of a Spouse

July 14, 2014 No Comments

According to research, obligatory relationships such as that with your family can be less beneficial than discretionary relationships like friendship. A study in 2004 revealed that those people who found emotional support from their family fared significantly worse in terms of health than those who sought support from their friends. As friendships are less ambivalent and emotionally complex, confiding to a friend can help protect one’s health in the fact of stress such as becoming widowed. For more of this, click here.

Three Mothers Journey through Grief After Children's Death

July 11, 2014 No Comments

There is nothing more heart breaking than a mother losing her children. A Huffingpost blog writer, Pamela Brill, writes about the horrific tragedy that befell three Israeli teenages who were shot to death after being kidnapped, and the journey that their mothers continually partake to get through this experience. The mothers showed great courage and compassion as they sought out justice for their missing children, and have demonstrated unfathomable faith to their beliefs when they discovered the horrendous reality about the latter’s death. Click here to know more about their story.

Edson, Frances (nee. Ricciardelli)

July 10, 2014 2 Comments

August 28, 1916- July 9, 2014 Loving wife of the late Dr John N. Edson. Beloved mother of Joanne N. Rhodes (David), of North Carolina, and John R. Edson (Ann Marie), of Massachusetts. Predeceased by her loving son-in-law, Barclay Blayman. Cherished grandmother of Sarah Blayman, Tim Blayman (Jane), Megan Grandin (Philip), and John Matthew Edson, as well as several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Following graduation from The Long Island College School of Nursing in 1938, Fran worked at LICH, where she met her husband, John, whom she married in 1941. After the birth of her children, Fran devoted time to working closely with her husband, and numerous community and LICH organizations and activities. She was a member for many years of The Guild of Long Island College Hospital, and held the offices of President and Treasurer. Other memberships included

Baby Memorial Service to Be Held by Hospital

July 8, 2014 No Comments

Losing a loved one is never easy. However, the loss of child, moreover a baby, can seem more profound and deep. The passing of such an innocent young soul can be difficult to fathom and move on from. Therefore, a lot of support and encouragement are needed by parents, siblings, other family members and friends in order to handle and slowly accept the tragic ordeal. The King’s Mill Hospital team understands this unique and painful challenge so they have organized a special service for the family and loved ones of those who have lost a baby because of miscarriage, stillbirth or any tragic cause. The service will be held by the hospital’s chaplaincy team in the Faith Centre at King’s Mill Hospital on July 17. “Time does not always heal the pain of loss but we hope this service will give

Grief Camp Provides Solace for Many

July 7, 2014 No Comments

If you’ve lost a loved one then you know how hard it is to find an avenue to express yourself where people don’t only pity you but understand you. Fortunately, at Camp Mighty Oaks this is exactly what you get, a place where you don’t only share your feelings of grief with others but also learn ways to cope through activities you all do together. Willamette Valley Hospice runs the camp and it’ll fall on July 26 this year. In this camp Tiffany Bouchard and her son Jackson found their solace after her mom passed away several years ago. “I didn’t have to be protective or guarded. It just felt like a safe place to come together,” she said. “You can cry and you can laugh and have a space you can actually talk about that person and how you

Fredericks, Marie

July 5, 2014 No Comments

Beloved mother of Rodger and mother-in-law of Kathy. Cherished grandmother of Lisa and Roger. Adored great greandmother of James, Caitlyn and Brooklyn. Visiting Tuesday, July 8th, 2014, from 2-5 and 7-9 at Scotto Funeral Home, Brooklyn. Mass of Christian Buiral, Wednesday July 9th, 2014, at 9:30AM – St. Agnes RC Church, Sackett Street, Brooklyn. Burial to follow at St. Chalres Cemetery, Long Island.

Trees as Long-lasting Tribute for the Dearly Departed

June 27, 2014 No Comments

People often offer tributes to loved ones who have passed away — ceremonies such as eulogies, spiritual gatherings, etc. However, among all these, planting a tree in memory of someone who was very dear to you can prove to be a truly long lasting tribute. There is a wide variety of trees that you can choose from when selecting the best tribute, and each may symbolize an admirable characteristic. Flowers or growing an entire garden may also serve as an ideal tribute. To learn more, click here.

Tips for a Person Going through Bereavement

June 26, 2014 No Comments

Going through bereavement can be among the most difficult experiences in the world, especially for caregivers to who have spent most of their time caring for and loving the person who passed away. However, in times such as this, it is important to remain strong and avoid neglecting other important aspects of our lives. Maintaining presence of mind can help us recover faster and cope with the situation better. The following are two things that you should pay close attention to when mourning for the death of a loved one: Maintaining a balanced and healthy diet Keeping yourself surrounded by loved ones To know more, click here.

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