Community Partner Spotlight-Christy Marek
It is our pleasure to highlight the special people behind the organizations that care for individuals anticipating or coping with the death of a family member. We hope this brings further awareness to why all of these organizations TOGETHER have such an incredible impact on families. Christy Moe Marek End of Life Doula Meet Christy. It is hard to put into words what she … [Read more...]
What It Would Have Meant
Guest article by John Polo. Author, Speaker and Blogger at Better Not Bitter Widower. I was lost. When Michelle passed away. I was lost. I’m guessing right after your loss, you were lost too. At a moment in which you can barely breathe, or function, I ask you this question: What would it have meant to you if you had a family-focused grief center near … [Read more...]
Our Why
So often I am asked how Brighter Days Grief Center came to be. “What is Your Why?” Like many founders, I have a story…actually, my family has a story. I sometimes share it with more emotion than I would like but nevertheless, I tell it because it brought me here. Today I was reminded of all of the other stories that have since been shared with me. About why … [Read more...]
Finding Hope
Our partners at Canvas Health provide the mental health support so many families need after the traumatic loss of a loved one. The following story gives insight into why asking for professional help can bring renewed strength and hope. Finding Hope After Losing Someone We Love By Becky Martin-Facer, LICSW Research has shown that the sooner you address and process a … [Read more...]
Community Partner Spotlight-Kelly Grosklags
It is our pleasure to highlight the special people behind the organizations that care for individuals anticipating or coping with the death of a family member. We hope this brings further awareness to why all of these organizations TOGETHER have such an incredible impact on families. Kelly Grosklags, LICSW, BCD, FAAGC Conversations with Kelly Meet Kelly. It would be easy … [Read more...]