Grief and support
How do I handle holidays after a loss?
Short answer
Give yourself permission to change traditions. Plan ahead rather than avoiding it. Name the person at gatherings. It is okay for holidays to look different now.
What this usually means
Give yourself permission to change traditions. Plan ahead rather than avoiding it. Name the person at gatherings. It is okay for holidays to look different now.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.