The grieving process doesn't end after the funeral. It can be a difficult journey, and if someone you love is mourning a loss, you likely want to show support. While a bouquet of flowers is a typical sympathy gesture, it doesn’t last and may not be appropriate for every grief-stricken individual. Below are a few alternative gift ideas that can demonstrate your care and concern for a grieving loved one.
What to Give to Someone Who Is Mourning
1. Gift Baskets
Put together a gift basket of items tied together with a common theme and customized to the mourner's needs, likes, and interests. For instance, a relaxation basket might include a bottle of wine, bubble bath, a fleece throw, and a movie or novel. A food basket can include candy, homemade cookies, tea, coffee, and fresh fruit.
Because funerals, burials, and grief can be emotionally overwhelming, some folks find it difficult to rally the energy to do simple errands. You could assemble a care package of more practical items, like toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, disposable plates and cutlery, and sealable plastic bags.
2. Wind Chimes
Wind chimes are a lovely gift for someone in mourning. They make beautiful music and last for years, serving as a gentle reminder of your support for your friend and a loving tribute to the one they've lost. Wind chimes are also easy to install, and they won't take up space inside the home.
3. Personalized Gifts
There are a number of gifts you can have personalized with the name of the deceased and their birth and death dates. Garden plaques or stones, keychains, blankets, and holiday ornaments are just a few suggestions. A personalized gift will help keep the spirit of the deceased alive long after the funeral and will provide lasting comfort to a loved one mourning the loss.
If you or someone you love has recently experienced a loss, Affordable Cremation Association is here to help. Serving Allegheny County, PA, the team offers funeral, burial, and cremation services, as well as funeral preplanning support and guidance. They also feature a full line of cremation urns and merchandise. Call (412) 279-4444 or visit them online to schedule a consultation.