You shouldn't have to Google your way through grief. We've gathered the practical answers and emotional support you need — all in one place. Take what helps, leave what doesn't.
A podcast that changed how people think about grief. And a platform for when grief follows someone into work.
CNN anchor Anderson Cooper explores grief through deeply personal conversations with people who've faced life-altering loss — from well-known guests to everyday people. Raw, honest, and beautifully human. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.
Listen on CNN →If you manage people, Bereave gives you the tools to show up well for a grieving employee — scripts for hard conversations, step-by-step workflows, and long-term check-in reminders. Because most managers want to help, but don't know how.
Visit Bereave →Click any topic to expand it. There's no right order — start wherever feels most urgent.
An obituary is one of the first things asked of you, often when you're still in shock. It doesn't have to be perfect — it just has to be true to who your person was.
You can read the obituary written for Bob Steinkrauss — the inspiration for Grief Kit — right here:
Bob Steinkrauss Memorial →
Planning a funeral while grieving is one of the hardest things you'll do. You don't have to do it alone — lean on a funeral home, lean on family, and let people help.
One of the most loving things you can do for the people you'll leave behind someday is to have your affairs in order. Bob always had a plan — and even with that, things were hard. Without one, it can be so much harder.
This process can feel never-ending and deeply frustrating — especially when companies make it hard. (We see you, Barclays.) Here's what to know so you're prepared.
Some companies will be kind and efficient. Others will not. Document every call: write down the date, who you spoke with, what was said, and any reference numbers. If you hit a wall, ask to escalate to a supervisor or send a written letter.
A certified death certificate is the most important document you will need in the aftermath of a loss. It is required for nearly every administrative task you'll face. Order more than you think you need — we recommend at least 10–15 certified copies.
Store certified copies in a fireproof box or safe. Make scanned digital copies as a backup (though most institutions require original certified copies, not photocopies).
There is no right way to grieve. There's no timeline. No checklist. And the "five stages" you've heard about? They don't happen in order — and you may cycle through them more than once. Be gentle with yourself.
All There Is with Anderson Cooper — CNN anchor Anderson Cooper lost his father at 10 and his brother at 21. In this award-winning podcast, he explores grief through honest conversations with guests who've faced devastating loss. It's the kind of listening that makes you feel less alone. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and CNN.
The administrative work after a death can feel like a second job — on top of the grief you're already carrying. This list is a starting point. You don't have to do it all at once.
Keep a simple log — a notebook or a spreadsheet — where you track every call: date, company, who you spoke with, what was needed, and what's resolved. It will feel like a lot at first, but checking things off helps you see the progress.
The first holiday without them. The first birthday. The anniversary of their death. These days can be tender, heavy, beautiful, and hard all at once. There's no right way to move through them — but having a plan or a ritual can help.
It's okay to not celebrate a holiday the way you used to. It's okay to cry at a wedding. It's okay to feel angry that the world keeps moving. It's okay to laugh at a memory and then cry because they're gone. You don't have to have it together. You just have to get through it.
Grief doesn't clock out at 9am. When an employee loses someone, they bring that loss to work with them — and most managers want to help, but have no idea what to say or do. This section is for them.
Bereave is a workplace bereavement platform that gives HR teams and managers exactly what they need — scripts, step-by-step workflows, automated check-in reminders, and training — so no employee has to navigate grief without support from the people they work with.
Grief Kit is growing. More topics, more stories from people who've been there, and more tools to make the hardest parts of loss a little more manageable. Come back whenever you need us.
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