NFDA is pleased to share another article with you article written by renowned grief expert Dr. Alan Wolfelt about last week's tragic events in Newtown, Conn. This article shares information about why funerals following tragic deaths, such as those in Newtown, are an important part of mourning and a critical step in healing.

You are welcome to download this article at no charge and share it with your community in whatever way you feel is most appropriate. Some suggestions include:

• Make it available on your funeral home website or social media sites
• Send copies of the article to local schools
• Share with local clergy
• Distribute the article to community organizations for children, such as the YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs, scouting groups, etc.
• Send a copy to your local media

Click the link below to download Dr. Wolfelt's article.
Why Meaningful Funerals are Vital After Traumatic Death, by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.

If you haven't already done so, be sure to also download Dr. Wolfelt's other article, How to Talk to the Children and Teens in Your Life About the Newtown, CT, Tragedy.

If you are in need of other grief resources to help your community cope with last week's events, please call your personal member services representative at 800-228-6332 to learn more about the materials NFDA has available through its Resource Store.