How Do You Help A Friend After Their Loved One Has Died?
Many of us have known a friend who has lost a spouse, child or parent. We might ask, “I want to help, but what can I do?” There are many things you can do to help a friend in this time of need. Making a donation or sending flowers is a nice gesture, for sure. But there are other things you can do to make a real difference to your friend. All you need is a little time and the courage to step up and help. Offer to call or email other friends with the news. While family is best informed personally by the family, there may be other friends that would like to know that your friend’s loved one has passed away, as well as information about the wake and/or funeral. When your friend is in the initial shock of their loss, it’s hard to think of every person that needs to be notified, and doing it can feel daunting. So offer to pass on the information – as well as details about the services – to other friends, neighbors or church members. Be an ‘assistant’ to the family at the wake and funeral. So
