The Funeral Directors and staff at Johnson Funeral Home are not grief counselors.  We are however, trained to see the signs of depression, grief and emotional issues dealing with the loss of a loved one.  We are always willing to listen and help you heal.  Sometimes though, some need more professional services to help them cope with the grief and issues facing them in their lives.  We have many resources, including Licensed Grief Counselors, Support Groups and
reading materials, we can direct you and your family to.  

We have compiled a list of books that we feel may be helpful to you and your family should you need added resources.  This is only a few of the books that are available.  More can be found at your local bookstore, library, or ordered online at www.barnesandnoble.com.  These are only intended to assist you with questions or feelings you may have.  In no way should these take the place of a certified and qualified grief counselor, should you feel one is necessary.  Please contact us should you feel you or a family member may need additional professional assistance. 

Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies          Author: T. J. Wray      Located in the Psychology / Family / Grief  section of Borders Books.

 The Courage to Grieve: Creative Living, Recovery, & Growth Through Grief                                         Author: Judy Tatelbaum   Located in the Psychology/Family/Grief section of Borders Books.

On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss                          Author: Elisabeth Kubler-Ross    Located in the Psychology/Family/ Grief section of Borders Books.

For Children

Healing a Child's Grieving Heart                                                                                                                      Author: Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.      This book offers 100 practical, child-friendly ideas for helping children mourn well so they can grow to live well and love well again.

The Empty Place: A Child's Guide Through Grief                                                                                           Author: Roberta Temes         When a sibling dies, there is an empty place in the house, at the table and in your heart.  This compact book, packed with feelings and explanations, speaks directly to children about the death of a brother or sister.  44 pages.

Helping Children Cope with the Loss of a Loved One: A Guide for Grown-ups                                          Author: William Koren         What can be said to a child who has just lost a parent, sibling or other loved one?  Clear, concise language offers comfort, compassion and sound advice to any adult who is helping a child cope with loss.  100 pages.