A helpful resource is the Silent No More Awareness Campaign (https://www.silentnomoreawareness.org/). It provides information on local healing resources that can be searched by zip code. — Linda L. Kruschke
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For Survivors of Suicide Loss American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: www.afsp.org American Association of Suicidology: https://suicidology.org/ Survivors of Suicide: www.sosabq.org For Mental Health Saddleback Church https://saddleback.com/connect/ministry/mental-health-ministry Breaking the Silence www.breakingthesilencenm.org For Grief www.thelifeididntchoose.com www.whatsyourgrief.com www.griefwatch.com Books The Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis Love is Stronger Than Death by Peter Kreeft
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Gospel Growth, Gospel Love, Gospel Identity, and Gospel Transformation, published by Serge, previously known as World Harvest Mission. These books/small group study guides are excellent for Christians overcoming abuse, trauma, or a difficult childhood. Please visit https://serge.org/.
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In 2011, the founders of Life Movement were called into the pro-life movement. Their first day on the street was eye opening. They watched as the pro-life protesters shamed the women walking into the clinic and cursed the employees walking out, all while holding a large cross and icons of Jesus. The enemy owned both…
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Health care changes rapidly. Do your research. https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2018/long-term-care-insurance-fd.html Senior citizens are often targets of fraud or neglect. Be aware of potential scams and assistance available in your state. https://www.fbi.gov/scams-and-safety/common-fraud-schemes/seniors https://www.eldercaredirectory.org/state-resources.htm Check out current agent status in your state or adjoining states. https://www.naic.org/state_web_map.htm Financial discussions with family members aren’t always easy. These sites offer assistance. https://www.focusonthefamily.com/lifechallenges/life-transitions/caring-for-ill-or-aging-parents/talking-finances-with-mom-and-dad…
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Praying Our Goodbyes — Joyce Rupp A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 — Phillip Keller A Grace Disguised — Jerry Sittser Gift of the Red Bird — Paula D’Arcy Heaven — Randy Alcorn — Paula Freeman
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Where does forgiveness begin and end? When the guilty ask for it? When the one betrayed says they forgive? Are the words enough? Here are some ways to solve deep-seated unforgiveness when you feel you can’t talk about it to anyone. Write a letter to the one who betrayed you, whether it’s a perpetrator of…
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Learn how to abide in Christ. Rely on Him alone! Pray about starting a small accountability group. It does wonders for personal growth. Check out the resources and support at House of Myrrh Ministries (heartchange.org) and Restoration Ministries (restoration.net). Return to Article “Lost and Found”
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Anti-Cancer Club (www.anticancerclub.com) – Food, recipes, and ideas to help maintain a healthy balance while living an anti-cancer lifestyle. OncoLink (www.oncolink.org) – This award-winning site is maintained by a group of oncology healthcare professionals who understand the need of patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. The primary goal is to support them through education and to…
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Burnout is common among caregivers, due to the constant demands. What can they do to look after their own needs?
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