Death of a Parent

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Death of a Parent - Related Videos

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.

Rebecca -Absurdity

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

Lyss – Holding Space

Lyss discusses holding space, feeling the feelings and the things her Mom missed by dying at 47.

Kim – Support at the hospital

Kim discusses how tough COVID made the hospital experience and the support she received

Sam – Prostate Cancer

Sam talks about prostate cancer and losing his father and uncle to it

Mary S – My story (long)

Mary tells the story of her life with her husband, his death and then the loss of both of her parents

Hope – Camp for grief

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

Karyn and Aidan – Support from others

Karyn and Aidan discuss how family, friends, and people they didn’t know in the community supported them.Talking, meals, dog walking are among the things that made a huge difference.

Margaux – “Find People in Similar Situations”

Margaux talks about group therapy and writing as tools for processing grief. Margaux continues to grieve the death of her mother from breast cancer.

Bryan – Anticipation

Bryan discusses the experience of having his father go through a coma and ultimately dying from gun violence