How to Blossom During Times of Grief
Spring is in the air. Birds are chirping and children are laughing as they play at the park. Everyone has a bright smile on their face, and a cheery greeting as they pass by. And then there’s you. You liked the dark nights and gray days of winter. Of being able to wear bulky clothes …
In Memory
Are you thinking about pre-planning your funeral? The process is similar to writing a will in that you can set out your final wishes in advance and provide peace of mind for your family in the event of your death. Pre-arranging your funeral allows you to create a customized plan with personalized details on exactly …
Loneliness in Winter
Winter comes with a harsh beauty and uncompromising finality. When daylight seems to disappear so quickly into the cold night, it’s not surprising to experience feelings of sadness or loneliness. And if you are grieving the loss of a loved one, getting through the winter season can be especially difficult. 5 Ways to Combat Loneliness …
A Visit from the Grinch
Last week our staff and the Grinch visited Faith Presbyterian Hospice | Forefront Living to spread some holiday cheer. We brought in hot chocolate and donuts for the staff, while the Grinch provided a little comic relief during this challenging holiday season. Many nurses invited the Grinch to visit their patients’ rooms. The Grinch posed …
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
This year has forced the entire world to find new ways to heal without warm hugs and extended family meals. Although your traditions and support systems may look a little different this year, do your best to find ways to feel like you’re doing something “normal” in order to gain a sense of comfort in …
Día de los Muertos: 4 lessons on life and death
Día de los Muertos (English translation: Day of the Dead) is a joyful, colorful holiday to remember those who have passed before us, celebrated October 31st through November 2nd every year. Initially, the holiday began several thousand years ago as a reaffirmation of indigenous life, but now Mexicans from all religious and ethnic backgrounds take …
An Ordinary Kid in Extraordinary Times
An Ordinary Kid in Extraordinary Times by Roz Liberman follows a young girl’s struggle with the unusual changes and uncertainties attached to the COVID-19 pandemic. The reader is taken through this confusing period of time and learns about the virus itself, the changes it’s created, and the many ways it has altered the lives of …
Grieving the End of Summer
The end of summer always brings a mix of emotions. It seems like vacations, the weather, ice cream, and lazy Saturdays are all a bit sweeter in the summer. Letting go of this and embracing what’s to come is often hard any year, but especially during a pandemic. For parents and children, the first day …
Top 3 Ways to Protect Loved Ones in a Crisis
In a crisis, your body often goes into “survival mode,” taking things one day, or perhaps even just one hour, at a time. It’s your body’s physical and emotional response to a crisis, in order to survive until things go ‘back to normal,’ or in many cases, ‘back to a new normal.’ If you have …