How Do You Assist A Family After The Death Of A Loved One?
If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to assist a friend or neighbor in the first hours and days after the death of a loved one, here are a few thoughtful ideas. Bring them complete but simple meals that are easy for them to put on the table. Meals I have provided are Lasagna, rolls and butter, tossed salad and bottled salad dressing and brownies for dessert or something simpler such as cold cut and cheese platter with another platter containing vegetables for sandwiches, sandwich rolls, condiments such as mustard and mayo, chips and pickles and a simple sheet cake. If you are able to, also provide soda or lemonade, coffee or bottled water. Think of the size of the family and whether they have any special needs, such as if they are vegetarians or diabetics before you make anything and prepare dishes accordingly. Do not assume anything, for example, they may not have butter for the rolls or dressing for the salad in their refrigerator or cupboards. Bring them heavy duty paper plates,
