Every grief is unique

Since every human being is different, each person will have their own way of experiencing grief. It’s important to be gentle with yourself, take things one moment at a time, and acknowledge your courage whenever you can.

At certain stages of mourning, a bereaved person may feel the need to be alone to reflect. At other times, they may strongly need to be heard, comforted, and surrounded. It’s essential to respect your own needs, which will naturally evolve over the months.

To help you navigate your period of grief, the Coopérative funéraire de l’Outaouais offers support services.

• You have access to the La Gentiane website, which provides a documentation and resource center;
• You can also reach out to Entraide-Deuil de l'Outaouais, Tel-Aide Outaouais, Info Justice and FADOQ. You are not alone.