Group provides compassionate support to grieving families - Killeen Daily Herald
Years later, the final trimester of pregnancy with her first child placed added stress on her heart, resulting in her development of myocarditis, an inflammatory heart condition. “Shortly after her death, we started receiving counseling at Scott & White Hospital with a clinical psychologist,” Jean Reynolds said. The Compassionate Friends is an organization devoted to providing emotional support to families dealing with a loved one’s death. Jean Reynolds said the understanding and support provided by The Compassionate Friends played a key role in helping her and her husband cope with their loss. The Reynolds first joined The Compassionate Friends about three months after their daughter died and remained actively involved throughout the 23 years they lived in Waco. Although the organization’s primary focus is providing support to parents who lost children, there are no familial restrictions to their services. “We are here for any extended family members who have lost a child or relative at any age,” said Kathy Northrup, editor of the organization’s newsletter. Northrup became active with The Compassionate Friends after the death of her son in 2011. “This organization was a God-send for me. It was very helpful to me to talk to someone who understands,” she said. Source: kdhnews.com
