Surviving grief: A guide for older Coloradans, or anyone, experiencing loss
06/10/25 at 03:00 AM
Surviving grief: A guide for older Coloradans, or anyone, experiencing loss
CPR News; by Nell London; 6/8/25
... “Grief really is a universal experience,” said Jenn Flaum, executive director of the HeartLight Center, a Colorado nonprofit that provides grief support and education. Grief afflicts people at every age, but the longer you live, the more likely you will find yourself facing this powerful emotion. Indeed, many older people can feel under siege. ... Here are takeaways ... :
- Grief turns your world upside down, even when the loss was expected. That’s normal. ...
- “Crying at the spaghetti in the grocery store moments:” Grief comes in waves. ...
- Some first steps for the grieving. ...
- Grieve in your own way. ...
- Ask for help ...
- Grief can impact your physical health, so tell your doctor ...
- Support groups and grief counselors can be very helpful ...