
Tips to Care for Yourself While Caring for a Loved One
Posted on March 13, 2019 by Sytsema Funeral Home | Leave a comment
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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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How to Let Others Know about a Death of a Loved One
Posted on January 2, 2019 by Sytsema Funeral Home | Leave a comment
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Breaking news to others about a death is never easy. People tend to respond in a variety of different ways and often have questions you may not feel comfortable answering, or simply don’t know how to answer. It’s important to be honest and clear. Remember, the way you deliver the news will stay with and […]
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