Resources

Support and guidance when you need it most

No matter the circumstances surrounding death; whether sudden or chronic, peaceful or violent, sudden, unexpected, or even anticipated, death is difficult for everyone to cope with. Below are a variety of resources to help not only the survivors in the immediate family, friends of the survivors, but even attendees of the visitation and/or funeral. The staff at O’Connell’s are always here to help in any way that we can; if that means sitting down over a cup of coffee and offering a helpful ear, or helping to guide people to the right resources to best suit their needs.

GRIEF RESOURCES

Please find a list of resources to help with different types of grief.

HELPING OTHERS COPE

We have put together some helpful suggestions you can do to help your loved one or friend through a difficult time, as well as etiquette words to say or not to say.

Preplanning Tools

We have put together a partial list of things to consider when dealing with the loss of a loved one. If you have further questions – please call and we will be happy to assist you any way we can.

OUR TEAM

Every family is treated as if they were our own.

EULOGIES

A eulogy that comes from the heart can never be wrong. Here are some questions to ask yourself when getting started.

TALKING TO CHILDREN ABOUT DEATH

When a loved one dies, children need consolation, love, support, and affection more than they need complicated medical or scientific explanations.

FAQs

Funeral FAQs about preplanning, etiquette, expenses, as well as answers to general questions.

POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS

Receive messages of comfort and support, direct to your inbox every other week.

BLOG & PODCASTS

Explore our blogs and The Good Grief Podcast for a unique look into life, death, and everything in between from a funeral director's view. Covering funeral planning, grief handling, and estate advice, these resources offer both practical tips and emotional support.

SELF-CARE SERIES

To support our communities, we put together a 6-week Self-Care Series with different professionals that will speak on topics relating to grief, stress, anxiety, spirituality, and ways to cope.

TALKING TO CHILDREN ABOUT DEATH

When a loved one dies, children need consolation, love, support, and affection more than they need complicated medical or scientific explanations.

WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW

We have put together a partial list of things to consider when dealing with the loss of a loved one. If you have further questions – please call and we will be happy to assist you any way we can.

FEMA COVID REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

If you are applying for FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance program, you will need to gather some information and documentation to ensure a smooth process.

PODCAST

The Good Grief Podcast covers topics like funeral planning, grief, funeral pre-planning, estate planning, proper funeral etiquette, advance directives, and much more.

Grief Therapy Dog

Funerals are a stressful and draining time for families. We hope that with the help of Finnegan, we can bring some comfort to grieving families. Available to every family.

General Price List

If you are applying for FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance program, you will need to gather some information and documentation to ensure a smooth process.

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