Grief Resource Library
An integral part of the Academy is our lending library which houses an extensive collection of books, periodicals, brochures and videos, for all ages, pertaining to grief and loss issues. The library is open every day, and materials may be checked out for a two week period.
Online listing of titles of our book collection | Online video collection bibliography
Community Resource Booklet
The Academy composes and keeps an updated listing of current grief and support resources available in the Des Moines area, as well as across the state. This includes support groups, counseling services, and other available resources for persons of all ages. View Booklet
Professional Referral Network
Offers to our client families expertise regarding banking issues, wills, estate settlement, etc. These services are free and confidential
Presentations and Seminars
The Academy is very involved in giving presentations and seminars throughout the community regarding death and grief issues. Such topics might include:
- Understanding Grief
- The Value of Preplanning
- Children's Issues of Grief & Loss
- Funeral Directing - A Vocation
- What is Cremation?
- Coping with Grief
Presentations may be given for staff in-services, to church groups or other organizations, or as part of the classroom curriculum for students of any age.
Tours
The Academy provides tours at any of our funeral home and crematory facilities for all types of groups and for all ages.
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