Grief & Healing

Grief is absolutely natural after a death has occurred. However, when it is accompanied by a prolonged inability to sleep, lack of appetite, lack of desire to do anything or an inability to concentrate, some people understandably feel the need for additional support and guidance. We are happy to provide contact information for organizations in your area that can assist you in finding the support that is right for you.

To help children address their grief, we are able to provide a complimentary copy of the Sesame Street “When Families Grieve” kit. This includes a DVD, a guide for parents and caregivers, plus a children’s storybook. Please speak with one of our Licensed Funeral Directors to request your personal copy of the grief kit.

For Grief

Options Community Service Society

The Crisis Line provides immediate, free, and confidential emotional support, crisis intervention and community resource information to people of all ages, 24 hours a day – everyday. Toll Free: 1-877-820-7444 In the Lower Mainland call: 604-951-8855

https://www.options.bc.ca/program/fraser-health-crisis-line

BC Bereavement Helpline

The BC Bereavement Helpline (BCBH) is a non-profit, free, and confidential service that connects the public to grief support services within the province of BC. The BCBH was established in 1986 and is committed to being a provincial leader in the Service, Education, Advocacy, and Research of death and bereavement. The BCBH assists the bereaved and their caregivers in coping and managing grief. Toll Free: 1-877-779-2223 In the Lower Mainland call: 604-738-9950

http://www.bcbh.ca/

The Compassionate Friends - Grief Support After the Death of a Child

www.TCFCanada.net

1-866-823-0141

WidowNet

Established in 1995, it is the first online information and self-help resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other information helpful to people, of all ages, religious backgrounds and sexual orientations, who have suffered the death of a spouse or life partner.

www.widownet.org