4 ways you can prepare for a loved one’s passing
Dealing with loss is always difficult. Is there anyone you can actually prepare? No matter how old you are the loss of a loved one is something that many grieve over for years. If you think about how we prepare for many other things in life, you will notice how we never prepare for death. Sometimes you don’t see death coming, but it is inevitable.
4 ways you can prepare for a loved one’s passing:
- Take time for you.
- Give them their roses now.
- Don’t stretch yourself too thin.
- Find out the “need to know” information.
Take time for you.
It is hard to take care of others and important tasks when you are drained. You must first take care of yourself before you can properly take care of others. Whether you need time alone, to exercise, to chat with a friend, or speak with a counselor, you need to make time for you.
Give them their roses now.
If you see your loved one nearing the end of their road, it is important that you don’t save all of the nice stuff for their funeral (when they won’t be around to hear it.) Whether you want to chat about good memories, bring them flowers or gifts, tell them you love them, apologize, or you just want to say “I love you” it is important that you do all of those things now. Don’t wait.
Don’t stretch yourself too thin.
A lot of things need to be taken care of in the midst of someone’s passing and after. If you are the main one in charge of everything be sure to appoint someone that you can pass all of the information too. You shouldn’t have to keep everyone up-to-date as well as take care of everything in a timely manner. Spread out the responsibilities so that you are stretched too thin.
Find out the “need to know” information.
Are there things you don’t have the information for? Are there family secrets? Financial information questions? Whatever answers you need, it is important to ask before it’s too late. If your loved one passes and they are the only ones who possess the information you need, you may never know. Don’t waste another second.
Always remember that if you don’t feel qualified or able to take care of your loved one, we can help. To learn more about our assisted living, long-term living, or rehabilitation services, be sure to give us a call at (937) 319-8924.
