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Sarah K – Talking to my kids

February 7, 2022

Sarah discusses the challenges of discussing her kids about their Dad;s death to heroin and helping them on their journey through grief

Death By Overdose / Grief and Trauma / Supporting Others / Video

Jim – Significant incidents

June 13, 2023

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

First Responders / I Am A Griever / Supporting Others / Video

Kara – “Meals”

December 17, 2018

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

Death of a Partner / Video

Janice – “Own our feelings”

December 10, 2018

Janice discusses the goals of emotional work and arriving at a peaceful place.

Bereavement Professionals' Insights / Video

Krista – “It does get easier”

December 4, 2019

Krista talks about time and acceptance. Krista continues to grieve the death of her son from opioid overdose.

Death By Overdose / Death of a Child / Grief and Trauma / Video

Janice – “Grieving as long as you need to grieve”

December 10, 2018

Janice talks about her personal grief experiences and understanding the need for grieving as long as you need to.

Bereavement Professionals' Insights / Video

Maureen – “They are still your child”

October 17, 2019

Maureen explains how you find different ways of parenting.

Bereavement Professionals' Insights / Perinatal / Video

Susan – “Music”

December 16, 2018

Susan explains the value of listening to music and how it comforts her.

Living with Dying / Music / Video

Lyss – Therapy and the right fit

March 23, 2023

Lyss talks about therapy and finding the right fit

Death of a Parent / I Am A Griever / Supporting Others / Video

Maureen – Hospital restrictions during a pandemic

September 28, 2020

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

Death and Grief During a Pandemic / Video

Andrew – “Loss of a twin”

December 17, 2018

Andrew talks about the loss of his twin brother, time in the womb and that there are people out there that can help. Andrew continues to grieve the death of his twin brother by mishap.

Death of A Loved One / Death of a Sibling / Grief and Trauma / Video

Caleigh – Play Therapy

February 22, 2023

Caileigh explains how play therapy, a form of psychotherapy can help children in grief. It is specifically used when working with children and families and youth because it’s developmentally appropriate. They are never expected to sit down and to talk. And it is through the language of play that they’re able to learn about the confusing feelings of grief. They are able to learn new skills to cope with their grief, and they’re able to go at their own pace.

Bereavement Professionals' Insights / I Am A Professional / Video