When a friend or loved one is grieving, many of us say, “let me know if there’s anything I can do.” While the sentiment here is genuine (you really do want to do something nice for them,) it also shifts the burden onto the grieving person. In the throes of grief, that person may not even know what they need.
Instead, pick something within your capabilities and just do it! Maybe bring a casserole over for dinner on a weeknight. You could also come mow their lawn or do a couple loads of laundry or pick up some groceries. During such a difficult time, they’re probably not going to be great at gauging what needs they have. Pick something nice to do for them and just do it!
If your grieving friend or loved one is a resident at one of Hillside Terrace’s community for assisted living in Ann Arbor, please feel free to contact us at 734-761-4451. Our professional staff will be happy to assist you in any way possible.
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