{"id":856,"date":"2013-12-19T13:30:14","date_gmt":"2013-12-19T18:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medicalalertadvice.com\/?p=856"},"modified":"2014-02-03T07:51:56","modified_gmt":"2014-02-03T12:51:56","slug":"support-tips-for-losing-a-spouse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medicalalertadvice.com\/articles\/support-tips-for-losing-a-spouse\/","title":{"rendered":"Support Tips for Losing a Spouse"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Dealing

Dealing with loss of spouse<\/p><\/div>\n

Losing the person closest to you can be devastating. You may experience many stages of grief and will most certainly have to adjust to a new living situation. Everyone handles such a loss in different ways; so do not be ashamed for feeling hopeless or alone. Medical Alert Advice has some tips to help you through this difficult time in your life. <\/p>\n

1. Join a support group:<\/b> Seek out advice from others who know what you are going through. Having a shoulder to lean on can be a crucial part in your grieving process. GriefShare.com<\/a> is a wonderful resource where you can find a healing support group in your area.<\/p>\n

2. Go online:<\/b> If it is difficult for you to meet with others in person, there are tons of online forums you could turn to for support. Commenting and receiving inspiring messages from others may bring a bright spot to your day. We think Opentohope.com<\/a> is a terrific place to start. Their site is rich in content to help cope with pain and invest in your future.<\/p>\n

3. Keep an Active Mind:<\/b> Staying idle may be detrimental to your grieving process as it allows your brain to dwell on your loss. At a certain point, it\u2019s important to keep your mind busy. Explore a passion or hobby you\u2019ve always wanted to try such as golf or photography lessons. Perhaps you can go back to school and learn something new. It\u2019s never too late!<\/p>\n

4. Don\u2019t Turn Down Help:<\/b> Others may want to cook or even clean for you. Don\u2019t turn it away! Friends and family want to feel useful and a helping hand will be much appreciated when the little things feel overwhelming.<\/p>\n

5. Think About Additional Security: <\/b>If you find yourself suddenly living alone, you may want additional security and peace of mind. In case of an emergency, a medical alert monitoring system can provide help in a matter of minutes just by pressing a button. Live at home independently longer with the added assurance of a medical alert device. <\/b><\/p>\n

We hope these tips have been helpful. If you should experience any extreme sadness or depression, you should seek professional help immediately.\u00a0 A professional can help you move through the grief in a safe and healthy way.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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