“I painted a broken heart because it felt like that was all there was inside of me.” These are the words of Kaela, age 8, after the loss of her brother. When a family member dies, it impacts the way a family functions as a whole. Children, in particular, often have a difficult time adjusting to these changes and coping with the feelings that accompany the loss.  They may feel a need to prot...

After someone you love dies, life seems forever altered. In the weeks and months following a death it may seem difficult to make it through even the most mundane of days, let alone work up the strength to face special days and holidays.

--  A Practical Guide for Grieving During the Holidays

With the holiday season upon us, families begin thinking about the rituals and traditions that have fo...