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Maureen – Hospital restrictions during a pandemic

Maureen discusses hospital restrictions while her father-in-law was palliative during the pandemic

John Martin – Coping with grief part 1

John talks gives some pointers to help cope with loss

Donna – “Helping a grieving friend”

Donna shares some practical ways to help someone in grief.

Claudia – Art, art as therapy and art therapy

Claudia discusses the definition of therapy and how art therapists are formally trained.

Jenn – What does an art therapist do

Jenn explains how art therapist use the creative process to help people make positive changes to improve their overall health and to enhance their well being

Shawn – “Loss of a Sister”

Shawn talks about his guilt and the loss of his sister.

Donna B – “Offering Support”

Donna explains how talking/listening is a help. Donna continues to grieve the death her son during service in Afghanistan.

Rev. Sky – “Emotions”

Rev. Sky talks about the emotions that come along with loss and outlets that can help.

Donna B – “Tools for a year of firsts”

Donna discusses how to look after yourself. Donna continues to grieve the death her son during service in Afghanistan.

Andrea – Grieving during a pandemic

Andrea discusses the challenges of grieving during a pandemic

Jessica M – The value of talking about grief

Jessica talks about living in North America and the fear many people have about talking about grief but that it is very important to talk. It makes us feel less alone and helps us move through our grief. It’s also how you can keep your lost one alive.

Chantal – Anticipatory grief

Chantal defines antipatory grief and the grief before the physical loss