“At least you have other children” or “you can always have more children”
“Would you like to spend some time alone with your loved one?”
“Should I be aware of any specific needs or rituals?”
“I wish I had the right words, just know I care.”
"Do you have any questions I could answer for you?"
“Would you like to have our chaplain come see you?”
“It was God’s will”, “God has a plan”, or “Everything happens for a reason”
“My favorite memory of your loved one is…”
“I can’t know all you are going through, but I am with you and want to be a support in whatever way is needed.”
“Don’t cry” or “You need to be strong now”
“It could be worse. I know this person who . . ."
“He/she is in a better place now”
“I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way I can.”
“I know how you feel”
“I can just sit here with you if like.”
“Is there anyone I could contact for you?”
“There are no words…but know I am here for you. My heart is with you.”
“I will just sit here with you if that’s alright.”
