Grief Support
The following are some tools available to assist you in your healing journey. Contact us to discuss other resources and find a personalized solution to support you on the road to recovery.
Aftercare
The Aftercare program at Mueller Funeral Home believes that every individual has a right to journey through his or her own grief. Mueller Funeral Home provides an on-going bereavement support group. The group is designed to provide an opportunity to individuals who are looking for a safe place to have meaningful conversation and interaction with others.
There are two different sessions. The afternoon session meets from 1 PM - 2:30 PM and the late afternoon group meets from 4 PM to 5:30PM. Both are held at Mueller Funeral Home in Cedarburg in the upstairs conference room. Please enter through the door under the canopy on the north side of the building. We will meet once a month for 6 months.
Early Afternoon Dates: To be determined
Late Afternoon Dates: To be determined
The leader of the group is Renee' C. Scherbarth, licensed funeral director and grief facilitator. There is no fee for attending this group. We do ask that you contact Renee' by phone at (262) 377-0380 or fill-up the form below.
Support Group
Facilitator
Renee' C. Scherbarth
Licensed Funeral Director
Where
Mueller Funeral Home & Crematory
W63 N527 Hanover Ave.
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 377-0380
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Grief & Healing Websites
GriefShare
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences.
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Web Healing
Web Healing offers grief discussion boards where you can talk with others who are grieving or browse recommended books on grief.
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The Compassionate Friends
Whether your family has had a child die (at any age, from any cause), or you are helping those who have gone through this life-altering experience, The Compassionate Friends exists to provide friendship, understanding, and hope to those going through the grieving process as a parent.
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AARP
With AARP you’ll find articles, discussions, and helpful information on dealing with end-of-life care, the challenges faced by caregivers, and how to deal with grief after a loss.
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Children & Grief
When a loved one dies, it can be difficult to know how to help kids cope with the loss, particularly as you work through your own grief. By being open and honest, encouraging communication, and sharing your own feelings, you and your children can cope with painful times and begin your healing journey together.
The following links provide more detailed information on topics related to helping children and teens cope with loss.
When Families Grieve™
This guide was created by Sesame Workshop, the educational organization behind Sesame Street. It explores children's understanding of death and offers information about communicating, ideas for coping together, and ways to move forward with your children after a loss.
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Helpful Children's Books
This list from Allina Health recommends children’s books that deal with death and grief. There are suggestions for children of all ages, from preschool to age 12. They also have books for different types of losses, such as the loss of a parent, sibling, grandparent, friend, or pet. With these books, you can start a meaningful conversation with your child and help them understand their feelings
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More Advice
Here you'll find a Huffington Post article by Judith Acosta containing advice and guidance from her book Verbal First Aid, which counsels parents on ways to help kids heal from fear and pain in a variety of situations, including the death of a loved one. If you find the advice in the article helpful, you may want to read her book for even more insight.
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