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When feeling sad for the holidays

11/30/2011

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While sadness is a natural part of the grieving process, some people feel that first and second year just too raw to handle holidays. Family and friends may help buffer those first celebrations. But if you’re all by yourself or feeling alone, you may be more comfortable finding some help.

Local hospices, hospitals, and even funeral homes offer workshops on getting through the holidays as well as bereavement support groups from Thanksgiving through New Year’s. How to find one?

Check your local newspapers or do an online search. Use your favorite search engine and enter bereavement support, space, a plus sign (+), space and your city/town, state. If you come up empty, broaden your location to your county or region. Or, check your local phone listings for hospices near you and give them a call directly.

Many people find grief support particularly helpful during the holiday season. It’s comforting to know that you’re not alone.


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