By Thomas A. Parmalee Jason Troyer still remembers the words that launched him into a career serving deathcare professionals. The grief educator, social media specialist and former psychology professor who taught at Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee for almost 15 years, was at a grief conference to present research findings.…
Read MoreBy Terri Chaplin, Master Grief Coach Grief is an inevitable part of life, yet it's often misunderstood and inadequately addressed. As funeral service professionals, you play a crucial role in supporting individuals during their darkest moments. By integrating professional grief support into your services, you not only enhance your business…
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By Jessica Shannon, M.Div, BCC Originally published on eCondolence.com, shared with permission The death of a child shakes the entire family. It is unfathomable even after a long illness, such as cancer or a congenital heart disease. When a child dies due to a trauma or accident, the shock may be…
Read MoreBy Thomas A. Parmalee How does someone go from being a chef and owning a stake in a restaurant to launching a platform that seeks to transform the grief care landscape? In Gabriel Rao’s case, it’s a heartbreaking story – but one that he hopes will help others cope with…
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Article courtesy of eCondolence.com Christmas is both a day and a season. It is celebrated culturally by many and religiously by Christians. The bright lights, presents, excitement, parties, family events, decorations, special church services, and memories can be grief triggers regardless of the amount of Christian emphasis a particular family puts…
Read MoreArticle courtesy of eCondolence.com The holiday season officially begins with Thanksgiving, and it is closely followed by Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and the New Year. It is one decorative, family-tradition fueled, gift-giving holiday after another that begins with a day set apart for gratitude and ends with a day focused on hope…
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Article courtesy of eCondolence.com When someone loses a loved one, those close to them – family, friends, colleagues – want to support them as best they can. Yet it can be challenging to know what to do – or say – in this situation. This is especially true when the…
Read MoreArticle courtesy of eCondolence.com Grief is complex and evokes a host of emotions. When someone dies by suicide, the bereaved often experience added layers of guilt and shame. This may make it more difficult for them to discuss the death, or for their friends to provide the right kind of…
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Article courtesy of eCondolence.com The idea of losing a loved one is heartbreaking, and losing someone to a terminal illness is no exception. Cancer, Alzheimer’s, heart conditions, brain death due to trauma, and other diagnoses often lead to a moment when there are no more treatment options. At this point,…
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