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Claire Willis is a clinical social worker who has years of experience in the bereavement world. She and co-author Marnie Crawford Samuelson wrote Opening to Grief, “for all of us who continue to bump up against cultural assumptions of ‘appropriate’ ways to grieve.” 
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June 02 2022

A perfect memory activity for the sunny days of summer is a homemade suncatcher that mimics the look of stained glass. Create a geometric design using your loved one’s favorite colors, a favorite flower or a drawing of a happy memory.
 
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June 02 2022

Music has been used as a tool for connection, communication and healing throughout history. Our earliest ancestors prioritized music making amongst basic survival needs, religious leaders provided music within spiritual practices and Greek philosophers considered music as medicine for the soul. 
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June 02 2022

Grief… it can take a toll a on our general outlook on life. We may think, “I’m not sure where to begin. It seems like nothing will ever get better.” Helping ourselves when we feel overloaded can be a huge task. Here are some ideas that may help you as you work your way through grief.   
 
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June 02 2022

Mollie Borgione’s art studio is an explosion of color, texture, and creativity. Her career journey into art therapy is a fascinating experience, as she was connected to Hospice of the Western Reserve long before she stepped into her art studio in the Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center.
 
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May 12 2022