Bereavement care is an essential component of hospice care that includes anticipating grief reactions and providing ongoing support for the bereaved over a period of 13 months. While the terms are often used interchangeably, bereavement refers to the state of loss, and grief is the reaction to loss.
When a loved one dies, the world changes. Time continues marching on, responsibilities do not magically melt away. Our communities offer understanding and support in the immediate days following a loss but may not continue for as long as you need. After the first few days, people may visit less, employers may be less understanding, and you may start wondering if you are simply taking too much time to grieve.
Hospice accepts referrals for bereavement regardless of whether or not their loved ones received hospice services.