How to Support a Friend Who’s Grieving: Gifts That Actually Help
How to Support a Friend Who’s Grieving: Gifts That Actually Help
When a friend or loved one experiences loss, it can be difficult to know how to help. Traditional gestures like flowers and cards are thoughtful, but practical support can be deeply impactful during such a challenging time. Here are meaningful gift ideas to support someone who’s grieving in a way that genuinely eases their burden.
Practical Help at Home
Daily tasks can feel impossible when grieving. Anything you can do or gift that takes something off their plate can be incredibly helpful. Consider providing:
Meal delivery services or grocery gift cards
House cleaning or laundry services
Pet care, dog-walking, or grooming gift cards
Emotional and Wellness Support
Grief can significantly affect emotional and physical health. Offer gifts like:
Gift certificates for massages, yoga, or meditation sessions
Journals or guided writing prompts to help process feelings
Subscriptions to wellness apps that focus on sleep, mindfulness, or stress reduction
Personal Time and Space
Grievers often need quiet, reflective moments or personal retreats:
A quiet getaway or hotel stay nearby
Spa days or wellness retreats
A cozy blanket, candles, or comfort items to create soothing home spaces
Real Help with Post-Loss Logistics
The administrative burden after a loss is immense, overwhelming, and often underestimated. Truly helpful gifts include:
Gift certificates for professional home organizing or estate-clearing services
Assistance from a trusted financial planner or grief-informed legal professional
Specialized After-Loss Support Packages
Sometimes the most meaningful gift is practical, hands-on support tailored to the realities of life after loss. The After Loss Company™ provides:
The After Loss Coach™ – personalized, structured plans and resources for navigating the logistical demands of loss.
The After Loss Concierge™ – flexible & practical hands-on assistance with post-loss tasks.
Blended Support Packages – personalized combinations of coaching and concierge assistance, tailored specifically to your loved one's needs.
Consider Giving the Gift of Real Support
If you truly want to make a meaningful impact, consider offering your grieving friend or loved one an After Loss Company™ gift certificate. These certificates are available for various levels of support and can make a genuine, lasting difference during one of life's most challenging times.
Explore our gift certificates today and provide your friend or loved one with the practical, compassionate support they truly need.
The options below represent our featured packages: the Steady Start coaching package & the Full Support blended package. Both featured options are great for individuals, families, executors or personal representatives of an estate. However, we have a gift option for every package we offer.
For more gifting options head to our Gift Certificates page.
If our gift certificates aren’t the best option for your needs, that’s OK! Reach out anyway — we would love to help you brainstorm the best supportive gift(s) for your loved one who’s grieving. hello@theafterlosscompany.com