Grief

Parents of children with special needs often experience a unique form of grief. The constant caregiving demands, and societal misunderstandings can exacerbate feelings of isolation and sadness. In the tragic event of losing a special needs child with special needs, the grief can be profoundly intense, compounded by the deep bond formed through caregiving and advocacy. Support from family, friends, and professional counseling is crucial for navigating these complex emotions and finding a path toward healing.

 

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Websites

Grief.com

(Dr. David Kessler) provides education, information, and other helpful resources to help everyone deal with the often unknown terrain that comes along with all forms of grief.

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HelpGuide.org
provides valuable information and resources for coping with Grief and Loss.
 

 

HealGrief
provides the tools and resources to guide one’s journey with grief into healthy personal growth. This resource can also help connect you to local grief resources.
 

 

Books

Article
Grief Works: Stories of Life, Death, and Surviving

Grief psychotherapist, Julia Samuel, shares case studies from those who have experienced great love and great loss—and survived.

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Article
Grieving Room: Making Space for All the Hard Things after Death and Loss

Author Leanne Friesen helps those of us walking with the grieving figure out what to say and what not to say, and she offers practical ways to create ample space for every emotion and experience. Reflection questions, practices, and prayers at the end of the book offer guidance and ideas for individuals and groups.

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There are special people in our lives who never leave us… even after they are gone.”

-D. Morgan