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Grief and National Tragedies: the 20th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks

Every year, Americans remember those we lost in the tragic 9/11 attacks in 2001. Now, on its 20th anniversary, it is important to look to those who are experiencing personal grief today.  Per...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Do I Need A Will?

A Will is an important document for establishing how your assets are distributed upon your passing. Most people think that they do not need a Will until they own a house or have children. But, it i...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Tuesday, August 31, 2021

A Beautiful Metaphor for The Stages of Grief: Gris

Grief can be processed and expressed in a number of ways, as we have discussed many times on this blog. And while we all experience it in a wide variety of ways, there are some common experiences t...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 19, 2021

Accepting How Your Loved One Died

Grief is a powerful and complex emotion, especially when coping with the loss of a loved one. For many people, confronting the cause of death can be a difficult process. However, it can be an impo...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, July 12, 2021

Self-Care and the Pandemic in 2021

After almost a full year of turmoil and loss from the COVID-19 pandemic, it can still be hard to fully accept this “new normal.” Many of us have felt severe loss throughout this time, and unfortuna...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, January 18, 2021

Improving Longevity in Your 50's

Your fifties should be the age where you can start to wind down; but unfortunately, it is also when many people really start to feel the effects of aging. It can be a good time to reflect and make ...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 21, 2020

Helping Teens Cope With Parental Loss

The loss of a loved one is never an easy shoulder to bear, much less so when you are a teenager. The loss of a parent or guardian can weigh heavily on the mind and spirit. It can be hard to find co...
By Matthew Funeral Home
In News & Events
Monday, December 14, 2020
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