Dealing with the loss of a loved one comes with an emotional journey and sometimes uncertainty of preparation arrangements. Virtual Closure wanted to provide a list of resources for support, to assist with preparation and grief.

Resources

Grief Resources

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HelpGuide is a small independent nonprofit that runs one of the world’s leading mental health websites. Each month, millions of people from all around the world turn to HelpGuide for trustworthy content they can use to improve their mental health and make healthy changes.

Help Guide

Helpful Help Guide Links

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The MISS (Mothers in Sympathy and Support) Foundation provides support for families struggling with traumatic grief. We provide Family Support Packets with information and resources for bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings. Upon request, we will connect you with a volunteer HOPE (Helping other Parents Endure) mentor. The MISS Foundation also has support groups in some communities, as well as counseling options and referrals

MISS Foundation

helpguide.org

missfoundation.org/grieving

Provider Directory

missfoundation.org/grieving/provider-directory/

Grieving

Mental Health

Pet Coping

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MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

Mental Health America work is driven by its commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness.

MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA

988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE

988lifeline.org/

mhanational.org/MentalHealthInfo

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

BLACK MENTAL HEALTH ALLIANCE

BLACKMENTALHEALTH.COM

BIPOC MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

CLICK HERE printable pdf

PLANNING RESOURCES

What is an Everplan?

An Everplan is a complete set of everything you want your loved ones to have access to if something happens to you. Wills, life insurance policies, advance directives, online accounts and more. Stored securely with managed controls around access. 

Benefits

everplans.com/

Get everything important organized once and for all -- Wills, Life Insurance policies, healthcare documents, pet information, digital accounts, and so much more.

Everplans provide tons of resources to help you avoid confusion and stay on track.

Make sure the people you love the most have all the vital, useful, and heartfelt information they’ll need in case something happens to you.

For more resources on organizing and planning for a loved ones transition, review the links below.

State-By-State Guides on Health, Legal and End-of-Life Resources

Everplan Articles

State-By-State Death Certificate Ordering

More About Creating
a DNR Order

More on Closing Accounts After Someone Transitions

More About State-By-State Advance Directive Forms

Access a digital planning checklist, offered by Everplans. This will help you manage and keep all important information organized. 

Digital Legacy Planning

PARTING

FUNERAL HOME LISTINGS

Parting has one mission:
To empower you with the information to easily find the best funeral service providers. 

The #1 Funeral Home Comparison Website for Price and Quality

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CREMATION

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FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WHAT TO DO WHEN A LOVED ONE TRANSITIONS, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW FOR AN ARTICLE BY AARP

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