2021 Navigating the Holidays

2021 has been an ever-evolving season of change. As we turn our calendars to the holiday season, I believe this will continue to be the case. For many, traditions will be modified or skipped for the second year in a row, and I find myself with a heavy heart when I think about what is to come. However, it helps me to focus on the things that will never change and to embrace some positive aspects of things that have changed. 

A well-loved tradition every November here at Hospice of Anchorage is to partner together with all the hospices in town and put on an event called Navigating the Holidays, available for free to anyone in this community who wants a little help after having lost a loved one. We do not anticipate being able to gather in person for a large gathering this year, so we have again moved forward in our seasons of change. This year we were able to partner with all the hospices in Anchorage to bring the event in a way that keeps everyone as safe as possible.

For the second year we are bringing Navigating the Holidays to your home. We have recorded a DVD (also available to stream online) of a program designed to help guide and support you through what could be a difficult time of adjustment after having lost a loved one. Partnering with several local businesses has allowed us to put together a kit to go along with the program. This kit will include some special touches and gifts to help you in the grieving process.