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After your friend or relative attends the funeral of a loved one, it could take them a while to recover from the loss. There are many stages of the grieving process, from anger and denial to bargaining and sorrow. To lend your support during this difficult time, follow the advice below. 

3 Suggestions to Help a Grieving Loved One 

1. Field Phone Calls

Grief is often a private and intimate experience. Your friend or relative may not feel up to holding lengthy conversations with everyone who reaches out to offer condolences. To take the stress and obligation away, offer to field the phone calls for them. You can share updates via text or social media to let everyone know that their well wishes have been received and are appreciated.   

2. Try to Anticipate Their Needs

Stratford-Connecticut-funeralAfter the funeral, your friend or relative could experience a period of depression. This could leave them feeling tired and unable to concentrate on routine tasks. Keep this in mind when lending support. As it will take a while to get back into a normal routine, offer to pick the kids up from school, go grocery shopping, cook a meal, or check other chores off the to-do list. 

3. Provide Space When Needed

Processing multiple emotions at once can be overwhelming. This means your loved one could go through periods when they’d rather be left alone. If they don’t socialize as much as they used to, try not to take it personally. Giving the person space to breathe will show you aren’t trying to rush the recovery process. Let them know that you are available if they ever want to talk, or even just want the distraction of companionship. 

 

If you have lost a loved one in the Fairfield County, CT, area, turn to the professionals at Adzima Funeral Home in Stratford. From handling paperwork to helping pick out a casket, they’ll assist with planning the funeral to relieve stress during an emotional time. The unwavering commitment to helping area families celebrate the memory of those they’ve lost is why the funeral home has been in business for over a century. To learn more about their services, call (203) 375-2200. For more guidance on coping with loss, visit their resource library online. Keep up with announcements on Facebook.

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