Grief in the Workplace

Grief is a person’s deep and poignant emotional reaction of distress to a physical loss (for example a serious illness or death of a loved one or a co-worker) or a social loss (for example a divorce) or to a traumatic experience. The emotions that are important in the grieving process might affect the work lives of your employees. Responding supportively and affirmatively to grieving employees is crucial to maintaining a healthy and productive workplace.

Your workplace can support grieving employees by offering:

• Programs addressing the needs of grieving employees
• Educational and supportive resources for employees who are grieving
• Benefits and policies regarding funeral leave and bereavement leave

XL Hospice is here to support your workplace. Click here to email us if you would like more information on free resources to help your employees.