July 15, 2026 by Dean Bellefeuille
If your parent is grieving the loss of a spouse, you’ve probably learned to expect certain times of year to be difficult. The winter holidays, in particular, have a reputation for bringing emotions to the surface because they’re so closely tied to family traditions and memories. What may come as more of a surprise is the impact summertime grief for seniors can have. (more…)
August 19, 2025 by Dean Bellefeuille
You gave your time, your energy, and your heart. You rearranged your life to care for someone you love, and now that they’re gone, you expected to feel grief. What you probably didn’t expect was guilt. Guilt for the things you said. Or didn’t say. For not doing more. Or for feeling relieved that it’s over. Feelings of caregiver guilt after loss can come in waves. Knowing how to process and manage them in a healthy way is an important step toward healing. (more…)
January 16, 2024 by Dean Bellefeuille
When we reach our senior years, we have spent decades investing in relationships with family and friends. These bonds are crucial to our quality of life, and when they are severed, it inevitably leads to feelings of deep loss. (more…)