Grief and Bereavement Resources

Morning Leaves is a book of poetry inspired by the loss of author Laing Rikkers’s sister. The writing and the artwork encourage us to connect more deeply to nature, one another, and ourselves.

This full-color book offers methods of working with grief – not theoretical but practical from people dealing with it. The book is not about ‘feeling better’ per se but about expressing sadness in ways that honor our life experiences and the people, beings, and times we lose yet keep in our hearts. This book is essential for any of us experiencing grief, which is everyone at some point.

An insightful blend of art and compassion, patience and endearing honesty, this book comprises Jen’s digital art journal, chronicling this time in their marriage. What began as a visceral, self-care compulsion within days of diagnosis became notes, collages, and images revealing the raw, luminescent reflections of a caregiver-turned-widow.

“An Original Grief Guide” aims to be a string of lights along a dark and lonely path. Each chapter will guide you through with honest and vulnerable accounts of someone who walked their dark path — and knows exactly how much it hurts.

This is more than a sympathy card, it will last long after the services are over. Follow the story of this sweet little griefling.

As Jack Riemer demonstrates in this collection of Jewish resources for mourning and healing, the Jewish tradition has much to offer those who seek its help in time of need. Reflections on these and other issues related to death and dying make this an indispensable resource for coping with some of life’s most difficult and sacred moments.

“Surviving Grief – 365 Days a Year” is a companion to Gary’s bestselling “Surviving – Finding Your Way from Grief to Healing.” This guide offers daily reflections to support you through your grief journey, providing unique insights on loss and the stages of grief. With easy-to-read entries, it offers hope and strength as you navigate the healing process.

In his book, Gary shares his personal journey through grief, detailing how he learned to move forward and honor his loved one by discussing death, managing emotions, and sharing meaningful stories. He illustrates his progression from deep anguish to healing, ultimately finding joy and peace again. Gary offers reassuring guidance and comforting advice based on his own experiences and knowledge as a healthcare professional and volunteer grief counselor.

In The Good Death, O’Brien provides a comprehensive plan and the empowering knowledge to make a beautiful, sacred, and profound experience for everyone involved. Through practical advice, emotional support, and expert insights, O’Brien gently holds your hand through every aspect of the process, including:

· Learning how fear of death makes end of life harder, and how we can begin to quell it
· Care instructions to ensure your loved one’s comfort
· Support system strategies to avoid burnout as a caregiver

Cobb invites us to explore death through the shared humanity of everyday people, allowing their voices to demystify the inevitable while offering solace. Whether you are mourning a loved one, caring for someone at the end of life, or seeking wisdom on this universal experience, In Lieu of Flowers is a deeply comforting companion. Its gentle candor and hard-won insights will inspire you to embrace grief fully while finding light in life’s final transition.