Grief Resources
“Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak whispers the o’er-fraught heart and bids it break.”
– William Shakespeare
Helpful Grief Resources
Have you been caring for your ill companion, perhaps for several months or even just a day? Have you just lost your furry best friend from a sudden sickness, accident, or after a long gradual decline? Do you have other family members, children, or pets that are having difficulty and feel overwhelmed by a loss or impending loss? The sleepless nights spent worrying about your pet can put strain on your emotional, mental, and physical health. Grief is draining and surrounds you before, during, and after the loss of your beloved pet. We at The Helpful Heeler understand this exhausting journey and would like to help you care for yourself. We hope the professional resources below will help you cope. Don’t hesitate to call us with questions.
Counseling Services
Deborah A. Massey, MSS, LSCW, CAS
484-722-8191
422 Evergreen Drive
Honey Brook, PA 19344
Deborah@SeekingWhatMatters.com
www.SeekingWhatMatters.com
Jenna Tarrant, LCSW
Chat Rooms
Websites and General Resources
Children & Pet Loss
Books
The Invisible Leash by Patrice Karst
Dear Brave Friend by Leigh Ann Gerk
Understanding Your Grief by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.
Grief One Day at a Time by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph. D.
The Paradoxes of Mourning by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph. D.
The Healing Your Grieving Heart Journal for Teens by Alan D. Wolfelt & Megan E. Wolfelt
How I Feel: A Coloring Book for Grieving Children by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph. D.
Healing Your Grieving Heart for Kids by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph. D.
Everything Dies! A Coloring Book About Life! By Bri Barton