Grief Support
Our care for your family does not end on the day of the service.
Grief Has No Schedule
Grief comes in waves. Some days feel manageable and others do not, and both are normal. There is no correct order to the feelings and no deadline for moving through them.
Common Experiences
- Numbness or disbelief in the first days and weeks
- Sadness that arrives without warning
- Anger, guilt or regret over things said and unsaid
- Trouble sleeping, eating or concentrating
- Physical exhaustion
Caring for Yourself
- Rest and eat, even when you do not feel like it
- Accept the help friends and church family offer
- Talk about your loved one out loud
- Delay major decisions when you can
- Ask your doctor for help if grief becomes overwhelming
Helping Children Grieve
Use plain, honest words rather than phrases like "went to sleep." Answer the same questions as many times as they are asked, and let children see that adults grieve too.
Holidays and Anniversaries
Birthdays, holidays and the anniversary of the death often bring grief back sharply. Plan ahead, keep the traditions that comfort you and set aside the ones that do not.
Where to Find Help
- Your pastor, minister or church family
- Local hospice bereavement programs, which are usually open to the community
- Licensed grief counselors in Martin, Pitt and Edgecombe counties
- The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours by calling or texting 988
We are glad to help you find a counselor or support group. Call (252) 795-3777 or send us a message.