The Official Blog of Episcopal Retirement Services

“It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” according to the old Andy Williams song.

But in real life, many people find the days and weeks surrounding the holiday season a time of stress, anxiety and loneliness.

Everyone deals with the loss of a loved one differently.

If you’ve recently lost a spouse, you may find that your children or grandchildren express their grief by trying to take care of you—hovering for a time, trying to make sure that you’re kept busy, or that all of your slightest wants and needs are taken care of.