End of Life / Bereavement

Planning for end-of-life care helps manage symptoms, make informed decisions, and focus on quality of life. Learn more about end-of-life care.  

Grieving the death of a child is different for every parent. Learn more about how to cope.

While you have lost a child, your other children have lost a brother or sister. You are both grieving the loss of a special family member.

A variety of resources are available for grieving families including websites, support groups, books, and online communities.

Finding small ways to fight the effects of grief is important for moving forward and gaining strength.

A condolence letter expresses sympathy after the death of a child. Learn how to write a condolence letter.

Men and women may grieve differently. Accepting differences can help family members give one another space to grieve in their own ways.

Finding ways to celebrate your child’s life is an important way for your family to seek comfort and honor your child’s memory.

When a family experiences the death of a child, friends and loved ones want to provide support. But it can be hard to know how to reach out.