DISCOVERY BY DeVOL / GUIDE & ACTIVITIES

Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving

Practical, respectful ways to offer company and help while honoring another person’s choices.

By Toni Shereé DeVol · Published by Discovery by DeVol

Web editionPublished Oct 27, 2026

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A place to begin

You may care deeply and still be unsure what to say. Begin with a modest offer and room for the person to decide.

Use any section that fits. Every activity is optional, and one section can be a complete visit. You can think quietly, or write privately in your own notebook or notes app.

Discovery by DeVolAt your own pace.

Your reflections are for you. This guide has no fields for written responses. Use your own notebook or notes app if you would like to write.

THE REFERENCE SHELF

Sources you
can follow.

Educational references use .gov and .edu domains. Activities are original creative prompts.

NIH Clinical Center

Kind Ways to Support Someone Who Is Grieving ↗

Background on listening, practical help, privacy, and continued contact.

clinical.nih.gov / Checked 2026-10-27

NIH News in Health

Navigating Grief ↗

Background on individual differences, flexible coping, and seeking support.

newsinhealth.nih.gov / Checked 2026-10-27