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The Importance of Spending Quality Time with Loved Ones

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Sytsema Funeral Home | Leave a comment
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We all get busy with everyday life which often leads to spending less time with loved ones, and unfortunately, regretting it later. It’s important to remember that while it may not always be easy, spending quality time with those you love can actually enhance quality of life – for all involved! Here are just a […]

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Tips to Care for Yourself While Caring for a Loved One

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Caring for a loved one can be difficult and both mentally and physically exhausting. When trying to fit everything into a busy day, often the first thing to be neglected is yourself. However, to be at your best and have the energy and positive attitude needed to care for others, it’s important to make sure […]

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When a Loved One Leaves You Without Arrangements

Posted on February 7, 2019 by Sytsema Funeral Home | Leave a comment
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The death of a family member or loved one triggers more than just grief — it launches an overwhelming list of to-dos, especially when someone dies without arrangements having been made. Suddenly, in the midst of trying to grieve, you are faced with litany of tasks that need to be completed and decisions that need […]

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What to Do with a Lost Loved One’s Belongings

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The loss of a loved one is difficult enough, but having to face the heartbreaking chore of going through the person’s belongings afterward can be very emotional and compound your grief. Here are some tips we hope will help you get through this process:

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Dealing with a Traumatic Loss

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No matter the circumstances, the death of a loved one is a deeply emotional and difficult experience. If the death was unexpected or violent, this can affect you even more intensely and prolong your ability to grieve. The reason for this is that, while two distinctly different experiences, trauma and grief intertwine following a traumatic […]

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