Vitas Healthcare

Grief & Coping

Loss & Bereavement

Grief is the natural response to loss- and as we process through grief, we learn to cope. Understanding grief and what it means to cope are important first steps to recovery after the loss of a loved one.

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The length of time that bereavement lasts varies, dependent upon many factors, including how close a relationship the bereaved has with the deceased and type of loss. Learn about loss and bereavement, explore types of loss based on relationship or circumstance, and find ways to cope.

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Grief Support Center

Expressing Condolences

The Grief Support Center provides a carefully selected collection of articles, tools and resources to assist those experiencing grief, as well as their loved ones providing support. Learn how to handle the difficult process of grief, helpful coping strategies, and how to provide comfort for those who are grieving.

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Communicating condolences in person or writing, is often a difficult task. Learn the most appropriate ways to express condolences and provide assistance to someone following a loss.

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VITAS Healthcare®, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Miami, FL, is the nation’s largest provider of end-of-life care. Our name is derived from the Latin word for “lives” and symbolizes the VITAS mission: to preserve the quality of life for those who have a limited time to live. VITAS operates hospice programs in 15 states and the District of Columbia. VITAS team members, nearly 12,000 employees, include registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, home health aides, physicians, social workers, chaplains and other caregiving professionals.

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