 When
you lose someone you love, you will probably feel a variety
of emotions. The ability to make it through the death of
a loved one can be challenging, as feelings of shock and
disbelief, anger, guilt and depression are not uncommon.
Caring for yourself is not selfish. The period of recovery
is different for every person. There is no timetable for
grief, so do not compare yourself with others who have
lost loved ones. Your life has changed and healing in
your own way is important for the health of your mind,
body and spirit. It is normal for some days to be better
than others.
To help with the grieving process, Kok Funeral Homes
feature a library of books, videos and pamphlets on coping
with loss. Our Grief Coordinator, Sue Heuer can visit
with you to help you choose a resource that is appropriate
for your needs. You are welcome to stop by or to call
the funeral home to request information on the options
and resources available for coping with grief. Many of
the sources listed below will provide you with sound information
to help you cope with your feelings and emotions at this
most difficult time.
Camp Amanda
Working with grieving families over the years has given
us a special compassion for children who are experiencing
a loss. We know how a death in the family can turn life
upside down. We know how a death in the family can turn
life upside down. We see that too often children do not
receive the support needed to adjust to their loss, leaving
them struggling. In 2002, we joined with funeral directors
all over the state to create Camp Amanda-Minnesota, a
free weekend camp for children, ages 6-18 who have experienced
the death of someone important to them. The camp is specially
designed to provide the support and information children
need, in a way they can understand.
Together with Camp Amanda-Minnesota, it is our mission
to bring hope and healing to grieving children. Each year,
over 150 children attend Camp Amanda-Minnesota at no cost.
For more information, give us a call or click
this link to the Camp Amanda-Minnesota website. If you
are considering sending a child to Camp Amanda-Minnesota,
we’d be happy to visit with you.
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Local Support
Kok Funeral Homes recognizes that you and your family may
benefit from sharing memories and stories of that special
someone in your life in the weeks and months following the
death. Kok Funeral Home offers a six week series
on grief, free of charge to the general public
- twice a year. The grief series is offered in the spring
and in the fall to provide an avenue of support for families
in the local area. It gives families a time to come together,
assisting one another in working through their grief and
making each passing day more bearable. We also maintain
close relationships with grief support groups, counselors
and psychologists, as well as other community professionals
helping to assist those individuals who may seek additional
support. For more information on our local grief support,
please contact the funeral home at 651-459-2875.
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Service
of Remembrance
Kok Funeral Homes invites members of the community to attend
their annual Service of Remembrance held at the funeral
home. Each year, the chapel of the funeral home is filled
with people who wish to participate in the service. Each
family who has lost a loved one throughout the year is presented
with an ornament with their loved one' name on it. If you
would like more information on our Service of Remembrance,
please give us a call.
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Pet Loss
Having the companionship of a pet over many years and developing
the bond of a special relationship can make the loss of
a pet a very difficult. Many are never completely aware
of what a pet has brought into their lives, until he or
she is gone. Pets are a source of happiness and unconditional
love.
At Kok Funeral Homes, we understand the significance
of such a loss and are available to recommend support
groups and literature to help pet owners learn more about
normal grief and the mourning process involved with losing
a pet. We may also provide assistance with caskets and
urns to help aid in memorializing your pet.
Please contact us for
more information or to receive a free brochure on dealing
with the loss of a pet.
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