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- Social Activities for Seniors
Age should not be a barrier to living a happy, social and full life. We compiled a list of stimulating social activities for seniors. Read on to see how many you have tried.
Rachel Hechtman - How to Support a Grieving Friend this Holiday Season
The holiday season is a hard one, especially for those celebrating without a loved one for the very first time. Here’s a guide on how you can best support your grieving friend this festive season.
Ariella Birnbaum - Secondary Loss: Coping with Holidays After Death
Entering the holiday season after the death of a loved one can sometimes feel as though you’re experiencing grief all over again. It’s important to take care of yourself during this time if you’re feeling a little (or very) low. Here are our top tips.
Ariella Birnbaum - 5 Fascinating Art Pieces on Grief, Death and Our Mortality
Starting from the 19th century and ending in the 2000s, here are some examples of where death and grief have inspired art.
Ariella Birnbaum - The Complete Guide to Carer’s Leave in Australia
Find out everything you need to know about carer's leave in Australia, from eligibility requirements to taking the leave and returning to work.
Willed - 5 Celebrities Who Worked in the Funeral Business
Celebrities – they’re just like us! (Okay, not really, but we dare to dream). Discover these interesting fun facts about 5 well-known celebrities, and how they got into the deathcare space.
Ariella Birnbaum - The Meaning Behind Dying on your Birthday
Yep, there’s symbolism behind dying on your birthday. And nope, it’s not as grim as you might think.
Ariella Birnbaum - Sympathy Meal Recipe Ideas
When someone experiences a loss, they likely won’t have the time (or capacity) to think about what’s for dinner. Here’s where organising or cooking a sympathy meal can help.
Ariella Birnbaum - How to Create the Perfect Sympathy Meal in Australia
Creating a sympathy meal for someone who has recently been diagnosed with a serious illness or lost a loved one, is a kind and generous thing to do. And no, you actually don’t necessarily have to do any cooking if you don’t want to.
Ariella Birnbaum - How to Make a Sympathy Gift Basket
From journals to cookies, plants to cards, here’s a rundown of what to include in a sympathy basket for your bestie.
Ariella Birnbaum - Expressing Your Grief Through Art: 7 Activities To Try
Art has been shown to help those who have experienced trauma. But did you know that it can also help to alleviate and process grief?
Ariella Birnbaum - Moving Forward With Grief
Grief is messy, complicated and non-linear. And it’s not about moving on with time, but moving forward with your grief and carrying it with you, with love.
Ariella Birnbaum