Children
Should Children Attend Funerals?
How can you determine if your child is emotionally prepared to attend a funeral service? If depends on their age and maturity level. Here are some steps to take to prepare them.
Explore our blog for valuable content about cremation, burial, how to write an obituary, coping with grief and much more.
Categories
View all
Funeral Planning
Resources
Burial
Cremation
Guidelines
Eulogy
How can you determine if your child is emotionally prepared to attend a funeral service? If depends on their age and maturity level. Here are some steps to take to prepare them.
What to say – and probably not say – to someone who’s grieving.
It’s important to acknowledge someone’s loss. Mention the deceased by name, reach out proactively, listen without giving advice, show understanding by sharing personal experiences, and offer support through gestures of kindness.
Knowing what to say or do when someone you know suffers a loss can be diffifult. Here are 10 suggestions.
Here are some thoughtful tips and guidance on how to appropriately announce a death on social media platforms, as well as meaningful ways to memorialize a Facebook page dedicated to the individual’s memory.
If your sister has recently experienced a devastating loss, there are ways you can help her on her journey toward acceptance and healing.
Memorial Day can be a difficult time for those grieving a loved one, often feeling more like a day to endure than to celebrate. As we enjoy cookouts and the start of summer, the weight of loss may overshadow the festivities. This article offers insights into honoring your loved ones while managing your grief. Discover meaningful ways to remember them through stories, personal rituals, or quiet reflection. Make this day your own.
For those whose fathers are no longer with them, Father’s Day can stir up mixed emotions, including fond memories as well as grief that he is no longer here.
Thanksgiving can be particularly challenging when grieving a loved one. The conflicting emotions can be overwhelming. It’s ok to feel both joy and sadness at the same time. Here are ways to help you cope.
Grief isn’t a place where you unpack and settle down permanently. Instead, it’s a process that continually evolves and shifts with time. There is no “right” way to navigate it. Find what works best for you during the holiday season.
The holiday season can be particularly tough for those grieving. Your support can make a significant difference. From simply listening to acknowledging their loss, there are meaningful ways to show you care. Read on for practical tips and heartfelt suggestions.
You are an individual. And your grief process is your own. How to set boundaries and navigate grief during the holidays.
December is different this year for my husband and his siblings as they face their first holiday season without their mother, Louise. The weight of loss is felt during gatherings and cherished traditions. Yet, amidst the grief, there’s an opportunity to create new traditions that honor their loved ones and allow for joy.
"I had a wonderful experience with Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. The staff went out of their way to make sure my mother's burial was done with care and dignity. Wonderful, professional people."
© Copyright 2024 Tippecanoe Memory Gardens | 1718 W. 350 N., West Lafayette, IN 47906 | (765) 463 -2383