When a friend experiences loss, it’s only natural to want to help ease their pain. From the moment your friend shares their news to the time after they come home from the funeral, there are many ways to show your support in their time of need.

How to Help a Grieving Friend

1. Communicate & Listen

One of the best ways you can help your friend is to simply let them know that you recognize their loss and are available to talk through the complicated feelings they may have. Listen more than you speak; whether your friend wants to talk for hours or simply sit in silence, your presence lets them know they don’t have to grieve alone.

2. Offer Help

Look for actionable ways you can help your friend through the grieving process and tasks associated with funeral services. Bring them coffee on the day they meet with the funeral planner, take out their trash, or cook dinner for them, so they don’t have to worry about grocery shopping.

3. Follow Up

In the days and weeks following the funeral and memorial services, it’s normal for your friend to still grapple with grief. Check in on them periodically, so they know you still support them and care about their well-being.

Grief is a powerful emotion that can make regular routines difficult for anyone. As a friend, simply being present and actively involved in a person’s life can make their burden easier to bear. Since 1938, Bolton & Lunsford Funeral Homes has believed in treating clients with the utmost respect and dignity in their time of grieving. That’s why this funeral home is known for its devoted professionals, individualized funeral services, and variety of planning options. To speak with a member of their staff, call (513) 661-4059, or visit them online to learn more about this family-run business.