It can be hard to know where to even begin with all the things that need to be done. Our videos, e-courses, and resources can help guide you through what comes next.
The first thing to do is know that it’s okay to not know what to do. You aren’t required to figure out or make sense of everything, or anything, right now.
One of the things that may change when you become widowed is your relationship with some of the people in your life, so it’s not uncommon to build a new support network.
Determining what to do with your spouse or partner’s belongings after they die can be incredibly painful and hard.
When you feel ready, reclaiming your space can bring deep emotional benefits.
If your overwhelm is at an all-time high because you’re struggling to tame the list of things you need to do after your spouse dies and you’re paralyzed with indecison about what tasks to complete first, when to complete them, and how to get it all done, don’t worry. This comprehensive online course can help!
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One of the many secondary losses you may experience after your spouse or partner dies is a loss of your sense of safety and security.
It’s important to know that there are many things you can do, both big and small, to feel more safe and secure. Download our Safety and Security Tip Sheet for useful suggestions and resources.
There are many excellent books available that offer thoughtful guidance, practical advice, and step-by-step strategies to help improve your sense of physical safety and security. Several of our top picks are included below.
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by Spencer Coursen
by Gavin De Becker
by Joy Farrow and Laura Frombach
by Tim Larkin
by Gary Dean Quesenberry
by Kelly Sayre
Guiding Widowed People to Financial Wellness
Wings for Widows helps widowed people navigate the trauma of loss to regain financial stability, which leads to family stability and a chance for a brighter future. There is no cost for their services.
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Below you’ll find a carefully curated list of books that can help guide you through getting things done.
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by Alexandra Armstrong and Mary R. Donahue
by Mark Colgan
by George Koons III
by Mike Piper
by Scott Taylor Smith with Michael Castleman
by Lisa Cacace
by J. Sussman and S. Glakas-Tenet
by Charlie Wing
by Family Handyman Magazine
by Editors of Creative Homeowner
These YouTube channels offer a wide variety of useful tips, how-tos, and repairs.
Topics include how to use tools; anchors, toggle bolts, and fasteners; DIY auto maintenance and repair; fittings and fixtures; and plumbing pipes.
Topics include how to open a caulk tube; toilet repair; using a cordless trimmer; and turning off the toilet water supply.
Topics include home plumbing basics; electrical basics; garage door openers; and window blinds.
Topics include caulking how-to; air conditioning how-to; lawn care; and garage how-to.
Topics include home appliance maintenance; how to use tools; carpentry; electrical; and plumbing.
Topics include painting tips; ant tips; drill tips; and furnace troubleshooting.
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