Watch Your Words: What Not To Say When Someone’s Grieving
When someone you care for is grieving, it can be hard to find the right words. You may say something that can cause further grief, instead of support. Here are a few things not to say to someone who's experienced loss.
Category: Loss
Ministers: Essential Support When a Loved One Dies
When a death occurs, ULC ministers may find themselves called upon to provide emotional support, or even plan the funeral. If grieving family members have reached out to you, consider these tips as you proceed.
Ghanaian Funerals Celebrate Life in the Face of Death
Ghanaian funerals differ quite a bit from American funerals. In America, funerals are often somber affairs; In Ghana, funerals are raucous and expensive events that celebrate the life of the departed.
Category: Funeral
4 Benefits of Planning Your Own Funeral
Planning your own funeral has emerged as a trend in recent years. From saving your loved ones money to customizing your own service, here are a few reasons why you should consider planning your own funeral service.
Category: Funeral
Helping a Newly Single Parent
If you have a friend who has become a single parent unexpectedly, you may want to help them get through the trying time. From picking up groceries to helping out with the laundry, here are some ways to assist.
Category: Loss
6 Unique Ways to Honor a Deceased Loved One
If you've recently lost a loved one, you may be looking for creative ways to honor the deceased. From creating jewelry to planting a memorial tree, here are some unique ways to remember your loved one for years to come.
Category: Loss
How to Help a Child Through Losing a Parent
Losing a parent is never easy. The loss can be especially difficult for children under 18 to understand. Here are a few tips to help your little one (and yourself) make it through that difficult experience.
Category: Loss
How to Craft an Obituary
Crafting a loved one's obituary is something most of us will have to do at some point. Unfortunately, it never gets easy. However, you can ease the burden on yourself a bit by following these simple pointers.
Category: Funeral
Who Will Care for Your Pets After You Pass Away?
For most of us, the thought of passing before our trusted pet companions is unfathomable. Yet, it can happen. To ensure your pet is taken care of properly, you should have a plan in place for this scenario.
Category: Loss
Calling Off Your Wedding: What To Do and How To Cope
Canceling your wedding, for any reason, may seem like one of the most devastating and difficult things you can do. In this trying time, use your support system of close friends and family to get through.
Category: Society