After a Workplace Death: Coping with Loss
Has someone close to you died at work? Grief and loss is a difficult experience to go through. At Threads of Life, we understand the challenges you are facing and we’re here to support you through this.
Coping with a workplace death
- You may be experiencing a wide range of emotional reactions and dealing with new logistical and practical realities
- You will be navigating complex bureaucratic processes and institutions.
- Whatever you are feeling is okay, and you can turn to members of the Threads of Life family who have been through similar experiences.
Support after a workplace death
Threads of Life’s programs and services are available to anyone who is directly impacted by the loss of someone on the job, including family and friends. If you’d like to learn more about our programs, start by telling us more about you. Our staff will follow up to learn how we can help.
Grief and loss
Each person’s journey through grief is different, so it’s helpful to understand the wide range of reactions to grief, and the connections between grief and depression. There are no predictable pathways or timelines with grief.
Helping others through grief
If you are trying to support a loved one, remember that it’s important to take care of yourself first. Each person’s grief journey is unique, so their needs may not be the same as yours. It can be beneficial for your loved one to have someone outside the family, such as a grief counselor, therapist, or a bereavement group, to talk with about their feelings.
Processes and systems related to workplace death
Workplace fatalities can have unique impacts, and as a result, you may find yourself navigating unfamiliar processes and systems such as investigations and inquests. These experiences can feel overwhelming during a time of sudden loss, but help is available.
Getting support
If you’re dealing with any challenges related to workplace fatalities, you can get support from the Threads of Life community. Our volunteers and staff understand what you’re going through and can provide you with guidance and compassion, whether the fatality is recent, or happened several years ago.
Connect with a community of people who understand
You can connect one-on-one with a trained listener with similar experience. You can also join virtual workshops or in-person events to gain practical information and make community connections.
Let’s connect
Are you ready to learn more about how we can help you? Start by attending an introductory webinar, then select the program that best meets your needs.
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