Losing a parent can be one of the most difficult emotional challenges a person faces. Whether the loss of a parent happens during your childhood, teenage, or adult years, it’s impossible to be ever fully prepared for such immense grief. The compassionate team from Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home in Greenwich, CT, is here for support during your time of need. While nothing can erase the pain of losing your mother or father, the funeral home team has provided some information which you may find comforting, below.

First and foremost, it’s critical to accept your own method for processing your loss. Each person goes through the stages of grief in a unique way, and if you have other surviving family members, your emotions may not all be the same. That said, surviving children often find that the bond between siblings, their remaining parent, and other family members only strengthens as a result of having grieved together. As long as everyone remains respectful of one another’s emotions during this delicate time, you’ll find it’s helpful to have family members to whom you can turn for support.

On the subject of support, now is the time to embrace any offerings of help. If neighbors and friends offer to help with a chore or errand, don’t hesitate to take them up on it. Whether they can assist you by dropping something off at the funeral home or simply preparing a meal, their help can be an immense relief to you.

Help is available through Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home, too. If your parent hadn’t pre-planned their arrangements and you need assistance with funeral planning, the caring directors will walk you through every step. Of course, they know the pain doesn’t end as soon as your parent’s funeral is over. Their helpful team can point you in the direction of grief support resources that you may wish to revisit at some point. Most importantly, be patient with yourself and understand there’s no “proper” way to grieve. As you honor your parent’s life, take time to be sad, but also to reflect on some of your most precious memories with them.

The supportive directors from Fred D. Knapp & Son Funeral Home are available to help you with any needs you may have. To speak with a staff member directly, call (203) 869-0315. You can also visit the funeral home’s website for additional grief resources.