Grief Resources
A selection of grief resources categorized by topic or cause of death. We update and add new resources frequently.
Follow the links to find a selection of websites, articles, blog posts, books, podcasts and personal stories about grief.
In The Community – A list of grief and bereavement organizations and professional counselling options.
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
Pregnancy loss, stillbirth and infant death
When the sun rises tomorrow: A guide for living after loss
Grief is a normal response to the death of a loved one and is experienced as a result of loving those we care most for. Grief affects us emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, socially and physically. As you navigate this unfamiliar terrain in your new world, we hope the information in this guide eases your journey and offers you comfort and support through the days, months and years ahead.
It is our hope that with this information you will become more familiar with most of the universal and normal emotions and reactions one may expect after experiencing the death of someone they love. For each of us, our grief is unique; this is a simple guide, and only a guide, to what you as an individual may be experiencing.
What you’ll find in this booklet:
- The inspiration for the guide
- A note from Bereaved Families of Ontario – Midwestern Region
- Our mission & vision
- What you may experience when grieving
- Common myths about grief
- Uniquely you
- The Mourner’s Bill of Rights
- Special days and memorializing
- Changing relationships
- Returning to work
- The myth of closure
- Hope and healing
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