Aftercare

The process of grieving and adjusting to life without the deceased does not end when the ceremonies are concluded. The days and weeks ahead will bring new challenges and adjustments. Here are some of the things you will want to consider as you move on with your life:

  • Inquire about available bereavement services and support groups. Your funeral director can assist you with this.
  • Make necessary changes to bank, charge, investment, and mortgage accounts.
  • Update insurance policies.
  • Update personal property and motor vehicle records.
  • Update your will.
  • Consider pre-arranging and pre-funding your funeral.
  • Be alert to people who may try to defraud you during your recovery period.
  • Postpone making important decisions for at least a year, if possible.
  • Understand that life is a series of changes, and you are going through one of the most difficult. Give yourself the time and opportunity to express your grief and move toward recovery.

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult and trying situations a person can experience. To help you cope with your loss as well as adjust to life without your loved one, Bradley Funeral Home - Cremation - Service – Marlton – NJ is pleased to offer our aftercare services to you during your trying time.

St. Joan of Arch Church
St. Joan of Arch Church hosts two support groups that meet monthly, one for parents grieving the death of a child and another for bereaved adults 856-983-0077.

St. Mary of the Lakes
St. Mary of the Lakes hosts a group that meets at a various times throughout the year. This group utilizes a non-denominational journaling program 609-654-8208.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church hosts a weekly meeting on Wednesdays for bereaved adults. Contact the church office 856-983-0607.

Samaritan Center for Grief Support
They have a variety of support groups for people of all ages and counseling for individuals and families. Please pick up a current brochure available by the receptionist's desk. 1-800-596-8550 www.samaritanhospice.org

H.O.P.E.
H.O.P.E. Helping Other People Evolve is a self-help support and educational organization designed to encourage, educate and assist widowed persons. www.hopesnj.org 888-920-2200.

Compassionate Friends
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to assist families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age and to provide information to help others be supportive. 856-983-2242 or 856-401-8967

The Center for Traumatic Grief
To provide quality, comprehensive services to victims and co-victims (survivors) and to reduce victims' trauma and facilitate their recovery from the impact of victimization while advocating for their welfare and rights to fair treatment. 856-866-2066

Regional Counseling Services of Southern N.J.
Located in Voorhees, offers a resource to individuals and families experiencing grief and bereavement including; grief and loss, victims of violence and their support network, post traumatic stress disorder, and individual and family counseling. 856-784-1001

When a loved one or friend dies, grieving that loss can take a long time, but you are not alone. Grief Connections is here with support groups, and now daily emails, that provide encouragement and reminders of the recovery process.

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