The holidays are here, and for those grieving the loss of someone they love, it can be so challenging. Our guest not only understands this as a grief support facilitator, but also as a widow, who lost her husband in her 20s, while raising their 3-year-old daughter. Lots to share in this special episode, including suggestions and resources to help your grieving hearts, and ways you can support bereaved friends and family this holiday season. 

If you or someone you love is struggling, there is help by dialing the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline at 988. 

Sarah Kilch Gaffney's website can be found at https://www.sarahkilchgaffney.com

For more information about Camp Ray of Hope: https://www.sarahkilchgaffney.com/news/camp-ray-of-hope-2024

The ShineOnCass Blue Christmas Ceremony will be held Saturday, Dec. 21st at 4pm at the Oakland Gazebo. https://www.shineoncass.org/blue-christmas-ceremony.html
To have your loved one's name read aloud and receive a blue light, submit here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAZRPy4OKCbzPPx5F1TOe0A7Ss1k_UoZEEu9bFhDcvnelIow/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

For local bereavement support groups offered through Hospice Volunteers Waterville Area: https://www.hvwa.org/

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Holding the Light is an original, monthly podcast created and hosted by Monica and Colby Charette, edited and produced by Monica Charette, with support from Julia Vigue and Sophia Speeckaert. EMAIL US ([email protected]) with questions, comments, or a request to join us as a guest. We also welcome you to visit us at ShineOnCass (www.shineoncass.org) where our family continues to Shine the Light of Cassidy.

Our podcast’s theme music is As Long As You Love (Scarlet Wings) written and sung by Cindy Bullens, from the album Somewhere Between Heaven and Earth produced by Blue Lobster Records (1999). Available on CD or download at www.cidnybullens.com. Mention Holding the Light Podcast and receive a signed copy!

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