Photo by TOM MACCALLUM/DAILY JOURNAL The staff at Richmond County Hospice is celebrating November as National Hospice Month. Nov 4, 2008
Bereavement support is available to families for 13 months after the death of their loved one. The most common statement made by families who chose hospice for their loved one is, We wish we had known about hospice sooner. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Winter grief support groups and workshops planned Nov 4, 2008
To help people who are grieving the death of a loved one, we offer a variety of options, said licensed social worker Nancy Sherman, director of bereavement for CGH. Our support groups and workshops provide a comfortable forum, which helps foster open communication among participants, enabling them to express their feelings, gain practical coping techniques and begin to heal. Upcoming offerings include. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Police: Ohio minister shot dead near Ky. church Nov 2, 2008
"To think that somebody would have total disregard for the family already in bereavement over the loss of a family member," he said. "And to not be concerned about safety either as far as the number of people who are here, and not even be concerned about whom else could be affected. It?s beyond thinking.". (USA Today -- News)
Million elderly people are lonely Oct 31, 2008
The charity has called for better pensions, healthcare and bereavement support for older people ... Improved design of public areas, better healthcare and more provision of bereavement support are all issues which need to be tackled, the report says ... "Poverty, bereavement, far-flung families and failing health can all play a part, and while living alone is for some a preferred life choice, for others it can be one of the key risk factors leading to someone becoming isolated and also lonely,... (BBC News -- UK)
SPEEA Talks End Early On Day 2 Oct 31, 2008
Dugovic said Boeing rejected every Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA) proposal on vacation, sick leave, holidays and bereavement leave. The planned two-hour session lasted less than 30 minutes. (KIRO TV, WA)
Moyer a champ to kids in grief Oct 27, 2008
He gets teary and chokes up while talking about the bereavement camps he helped start for children who have lost loved ones. Then listen to the kids themselves. (Albany Times Union)
Healing the bereaved Oct 27, 2008
To meet some of those needs, Davis developed a comprehensive bereavement program that provides grief counseling, financial aid, volunteer chaplains from several religions and a booklet on stages of grieving that also offers practical advice ... I see absolutely no reason you can't have a bereavement center and a chaplaincy in every county. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
New to the Neighborhood Oct 24, 2008
Bereavement counseling and other outreach programs can be held if hospice officials determine there is a need, said Sue Deakin, hospice senior director of community affairs. We might later open space in the building for groups to hold public meetings to deal with at-home care, volunteer and other programs, said Deakin. (The Palm Beach Post)
Stress link to emotional disorders Oct 24, 2008
Stressful events like bereavement, divorce or serious illness experienced in childhood are more likely to result in emotional and behavioural disorders, a new study has found. Children who experienced three or more stressful events were three times more likely to develop emotional disorders than those who had not, the three-year study found. (Nursing in Practice)
Workshop helps people cope with holidays Oct 22, 2008
According to Nancy Sherman, director of bereavement at CGH, dealing with the holidays isn t easy even if you haven t had a loss. But when you ve had a loss, it can make the holidays even more stressful. (Danvers Herald, MA)
sound of music's revival triumphs Oct 20, 2008
As Captain Von Trapp, Burke Moses is rigid and autocratic at the beginning but soon reveals the pain of bereavement and also the capacity for loving someone again; in brief, Moses finds emotional truth in a character who often emerges as a block of wood. The children are a collective delight -- Do-Re-Mi brings down the house. (Vancouver Sun)
Community Calendar Oct 17, 2008
Meet at Saint Marys Hospital, Conference Room 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. Please call Connie DeBels, bereavement coordinator, at (715) 361-2230 for more information. MOVIE TUESDAY - The Roxy Hunter and The Mystery of the Moody Ghost (TV-Y7) will be shown on the big-screen TV. 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. No admission. (Forest Republican, WI)
'The Secret Life of Bees' lets Sophie Okonedo take wing in a new ... Oct 16, 2008
"I found this website, I don't remember what it's called, it's a twin bereavement website -- people post letters about losing twins, what it felt like," she said. "Some said they felt like they'd lost half of themselves, talked about losing half their souls.". (Los Angeles Times)
Ethel M. Berard Oct 15, 2008
Dr. Ivory Ledet wrote on Oct 14, 2008 6:11 PM:" My condolence to the Berard family in this time of their bereavement. I was with you recently to mourn the passing of another family member. But now the passing of the family Matriarch is perhaps an even heavier blow to the family's heart. I understand your pain, and my prayers are for your comfort. ". WRITE A COMMENT. (New Iberia, LA)
Life without my noisy boy Oct 14, 2008
But it pretty much tells it like it is, in chapters headed Bereavement and Marriage, Bereavement and Grieving, Bereavement and ... They campaign to raise awareness of sudden death in young people from heart conditions, and also offer bereavement counselling which I have found helpful ... The pain, hurt and loss coupled with a desire to want to talk about your child whilst being treated normally by your friends and colleagues and not shunned by fear and awkwardness that surrounds our society's... (BBC News -- UK)
Rudd's $10b splash with cash Oct 14, 2008
Welcome to The Brisbane Times. Search brisbanetimes. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Rudd's $10b golden goose Oct 14, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. worst crisis since the Great Depression. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
CommunityCon comes together Oct 10, 2008
Jean Jasmine, bereavement counselor for HHCJ, explained what a great comfort the community has provided for Brandt. "Allison is feeling alone because of her mother dying, and to know there is a community of people from hospice and the general community who care enough about her to support her and her friends in doing this, makes her feel like she's not so alone in the world," Jasmine said. (Juneau Empire)
New 'Boundless Playground' to accommodate all children Oct 10, 2008
After Barzach's infant son's death, a bereavement counselor suggested that she and her husband Pete channel their grief into a project dedicated to their son. "If Jonathan had grown up, he would have needed a wheelchair and been that child alone on the sidewalk sadly waiting to play," she said. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Ask the Hospice Expert Oct 7, 2008
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Oh baby! Cameron raring to go Oct 5, 2008
In the regular season, players can be placed on the bereavement list in the event of a family emergency. There is no such thing in the postseason. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Idol worship as therapy Oct 4, 2008
She does, however, provide bereavement counselling for a charity; it was so effective for her, she felt beholden to pass it on to others. As a child, Boyt craved conventionality. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Proving his metal in search for jobs Oct 4, 2008
If you have sorry business, you get regular bereavement leave and you take annual leave for any extra days you need. In Fitzroy Crossing, Forrest was faced with a champion footballer who had missed work to play. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Stress in Pregnancy Linked with Schizophrenia Oct 3, 2008
"Schizophrenia has been linked with intrauterine exposure to maternal stress due to bereavement, famine and major disasters," co-author Dr. Dolores Malaspina of New York University School of Medicine and colleagues write. According to recent evidence, the first three months of pregnancy may be the time of greatest vulnerability. (MEDLINEplus)
Council on Aging helps seniors Sep 25, 2008
Realizing the unique needs of seniors, said McDonald, COA also offers a caregivers group, facilitated by Dr. Wayne Saltsman, geriatric chairman at Lahey Clinic, an outreach program and a bereavement group. We can help anyone in a crisis, McDonald said. (Burlington Union, MA)
Council on Aging from the Sept. 25 edition Sep 25, 2008
Bereavement Group A 6-week Bereavement Group for older men and women who have lost a close family member within the past 18 months will begin on Tuesday, October 28 from 2-3:15PM. Those participating will have the opportunity to share their experiences with others, learn how to manage emotions and develop strategies for daily living. The group will be led by Lourie August, LICSW and Anna Holt, Social Worker Intern. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
* Union members demand typhoon-day rule changes Sep 24, 2008
The unions urged the CLA to include typhoons in Article 43 of the Labor Standards Act, which currently only requires wage payment in the event of marriage, bereavement, sickness, or other proper reasons. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Vitas, Medical Mutual sign coverage agreement Sep 24, 2008
Vitas also provides bereavement services and support for families. Cleveland-based health insurer Medical Mutual has 3. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Redefining depression Sep 23, 2008
But the vexing issue of when bereavement or sadness becomes a disorder, and how it should be treated, requires much more study. Most psychiatrists believe that undertreatment of severe depression is a more pressing problem than overtreatment of normal sadness. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Health in brief Sep 21, 2008
The pediatric palliative care program will help address the unmet physical, emotional, spiritual or social needs of the child and family, and may include consultation for pain and symptom management, patient or sibling counseling, social services, spiritual care, respite care, emergency services, volunteer support and bereavement care, if needed. Under this DPH-funded program, services are provided at no cost to families. (Georgetown Record, MA)
U Kno Who goes hunting Sep 19, 2008
He s come around nicely since returning from bereavement. And Josh Anderson s playing to form. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Redefining depression as mere sadness Sep 18, 2008
But the vexing issue of when bereavement or sadness becomes a disorder, and how it should be treated, requires much more study. Most psychiatrists believe that undertreatment of severe depression is a more pressing problem than overtreatment of "normal sadness." Until solid research persuades me otherwise, I will most likely see people like my jilted patient as clinically depressed, not just "normally sad" and I will provide him with whatever psychiatric treatment he needs to feel better. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Hugh Laurie is back in the House Sep 17, 2008
Nobody could say this show spares doctors their own share of suffering, what with Wilson's bereavement and House's terrible limp and their female colleague's having been diagnosed with Huntington's chorea. She confides as much to the patient who confides right back that her boss is one of those ideologues who treats her own staff as badly as she accuses her opponents of treating theirs but that she's a force of nature nonetheless. (National Post)
Close-knit community: Prayer, crafts intertwine at retreat Sep 16, 2008
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Health glance - 9-15-2008 Sep 16, 2008
- Bereavement support group. The Palliative Care Department at Yuma Regional Medical Center is starting a six-week bereavement support group to help people in the community move forward with their lives after the loss of a loved one. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Sep 14, 2008
Support group starts Tuesday The Living and Grieving bereavement support group begins a free six-week session at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Wayrynen-Richards Funeral Home. This program is conducted by licensed and certified grief counselor Melody Rice and co-facilitated by Beth Billings. (Montana Standard, MT)
After they battle fires, she fights for them Sep 13, 2008
It also provided emergency funds for medical and other expenses, arranged for Frohreich to meet with firefighters who carried him to safety, and brought his fallen comrades' family members to a bereavement ceremony. "She means everything," Frohreich said. (CNN)
Help to cope with suicide Sep 12, 2008
The Salvation Army last week launched the national Hope Line, part of its suicide prevention and bereavement support campaign Hope for Life. The campaign, which also includes a new online training program for professionals to show them how to offer more support, gives more attention to the issue of what happens after suicide. (Northwest Tasmania Advocate)
United Way kicks off annual fundraising drive Sep 11, 2008
State of the Heart - bereavement outreach. United Senior Citizens - trips, speakers. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Frisco Cares Clinic will hold vaccination clinic Sep 11, 2008
Psychologist to speak at VNA of Collin County Bereavement luncheon. Bert Hayslip, Ph. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Young cyclist dies after hitting trolley Sep 6, 2008
Palujanskas said a school board bereavement team, led by trauma expert Dr. Sebastian Fazzari, spent the day at the school to help staff and students deal with the loss. Niagara police say Janessa was riding her bicycle on a bike and pedestrian trail in Butler's Park around 8 p.m. Wednesday when she lost control and veered onto John Street East near King. (Hamilton Spectator)
Hospice supplies solace Sep 6, 2008
Iowa Hospice also offers grief and bereavement workshops and uses memorial donations for patient care and educational programs. Volunteers help Iowa Hospice by doing office work, light house cleaning, providing support and visiting patients for respite care. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Collective Traumas: Early Explanations Of 9/11 Linked To Long-term Adjustment Sep 4, 2008
However, most previous studies have focused on direct personal trauma such as bereavement. This is the first study to find that meaning facilitates adjustment for individuals indirectly exposed to large-scale collective traumas such as terrorist attacks, school shootings, or natural disasters. (Science Daily)
Being unique is a disorder Sep 4, 2008
Bereavement issues, blushing, low sex drive, high sex drive, sex addiction, lack of orgasm, gambling, fear of public speaking, stealing, domestic violence and phobias are all being targeted with drugs that are either in clinical trials or already available ... " Some 8 per cent of adults suffer from IED, and doctors at the University of Chicago are using divalproex sodium, a drug used for epilepsy and bipolar disorder, to treat it. BEREAVEMENT An eight-week drug treatment for newly bereaved... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Hope, help for those in need Sep 4, 2008
The Salvation Army's 24-hour bereavement line: 1300467354. send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Congolese mourn their Rumba king Sep 4, 2008
I pass my condolences to the family and friends at this time of bereavement. His songs will remain to tell his true stories. (Yahoo News -- DR Congo)
Thinking out loud: Venting might not be helpful Sep 3, 2008
In his bereavement research, James Pennebaker, chair of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, found that choosing not to express feelings in the face of a death reflected resilience, rather than vulnerability. Pennebaker s research examines expressive emoting, and research results on bereavement and trauma often overlap. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Braves call on relief help Sep 2, 2008
He was placed on the bereavement list and after seven days moved to the restricted list. He was activated prior to Monday s game in Florida. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Shalom Jacksonville will host Jewish Java for newcomers Sep 1, 2008
Volunteer opportunities include patient/family care, administrative assistance, fundraising, pastoral care, bereavement, speakers bureau and community events. Haven Hospice has served more than 39,000 patients and families since 1979 in North Florida. (Florida Times-Union)
Why she loves her workworld Aug 31, 2008
Poole said some of the lesser-known services provided are chaplain and bereavement counseling. "We provide many services that aren't billed out," she said. (Juneau Empire)
Weekend happenings Aug 30, 2008
The Coos County Chapter of Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program will hold a community from 6 to 8 p.m. at the South Coast Hospice Community Bereavement and Education Center, 1620 Thompson Road, Coos Bay. For more information, call Steve Krajcir at 267-4156. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Senior Notes Aug 30, 2008
Bereavement field coordinator Lucille Bonanno will lead a Life Transitions Drop-in Group the first Wednesday of each month beginning Sept. 3, at 10 a.m. at the First Congregational Church. On a drop-in basis, Lu will be available to discuss some of the transitions that arrive in life, including retirement, grief and caregiving. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Closer Fuentes returns to action for Rox Aug 30, 2008
08/29/2008 11:22 PM ET Fuentes returns from bereavement list Rockies' veteran closer missed two games during absence By Corey Brock / MLB.com ... SAN DIEGO -- Colorado closer Brian Fuentes was reinstated from the bereavement list prior to Friday's game against the Padres after missing two games due to a health issue that a report said involved his 2-year-old son, Giovanni Paolo. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
COA News, Aug. 28 edition Aug 29, 2008
Grief Counseling Appointments Diane Blake, grief specialist and licensed social worker, will be at the Senior Center on Thursday, Sept. 11, starting at 11 a.m. to counsel people who have experienced bereavement. Please sign up at the reception desk. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Braves scrounging for pitching help Aug 29, 2008
The Braves moved first baseman Casey Kotchman to the restricted list Wednesday after he reached the seven-day maximum period on the bereavement list ... If a player isn t ready to return to the team after the seven-day maximum on the bereavement list, he must either be transferred to the restricted list or the team must play short-handed, with 24 players on its 25-man roster. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
These are the dog-and-Dessens days Aug 29, 2008
And he was moved to the restricted (non-paid) list yesterday, because bereavement list can only go seven days, so either he had to go to restricted list or Braves had to play with 24 guys. No indication when he ll be back. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
In brief for Aug. 28 Aug 29, 2008
Hospice of Nashoba Nursing Service bereavement groups. Hospice of Nashoba Nursing Service invites children and teens (6-17 years of age), who are grieving the loss of a loved one, to a free series of Bereavement Support Group Sessions ... Space is limited, so call Margaret Ledger, Bereavement Coordinator, 1-800-698-3307, ext. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Free Counseling Available to Return... Aug 28, 2008
America Supports You offers a large listing of articles and resources, including scholarship opportunities, bereavement support and job placement. Free Telephone Support Available to Veterans. (Suite101.com)
What's ahead Aug 28, 2008
They will meet at 6 p.m. on the first Monday of each month, at South Coast Hospice Bereavement and Education Center, 1620 Thompson Road, Coos Bay. For more information, call Pam Lowry at 266-0282. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Schafer won't be rushed up Aug 28, 2008
The seven-day max bereavement period was up, so Braves either had to move him to restricted (unpaid) list or play short-handed with him on active roster. Can t DL a guy who s not hurt (or at least you re not supposed to, and in this case it d be pretty obvious). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ferguson plans to field strong team in Super Cup Aug 28, 2008
Reuters Published: August 28, 2008. Alex Ferguson is likely to use Friday's European Super Cup match against Zenit St Petersburg as the perfect opportunity to revitalise his Manchester United team after a tricky start to the season. (International Herald Tribune)
More of this story Aug 28, 2008
Along with office space, the Community Resource Center will have space for staff meetings, volunteer training and bereavement support groups. For more information, visit the website at. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Hospice and palliative medicine specialty strives to prepare physicians for aging baby boomers Aug 27, 2008
The following hot topics will be addressed during the course: care of whole person and family, specialized care at the end of life, pain management and new hospice regulations, children and bereavement, and communication skills. Course Prepares Physicians for Medical Director Role. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Rockies pull within 6 games of Diamondbacks Aug 27, 2008
The Rockies needed the strong outing from their starter after placing closer Brian Fuentes on the bereavement list earlier Tuesday ... Fuentes can stay on the bereavement list three to seven days but Hurdle is not putting a timetable on Fuentes' return. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Regarding one-run road games and The Boss.... Aug 26, 2008
He s filled in at first base for four straight games (including today) in this St. Louis series while Casey Kotchman is on bereavement duty. Bobby Cox initially stuck Prado in there at New York on Thursday first start at firset base because Greg Norton had a sore hand and arm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
