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The warning signs of suicide can sometimes go undetected. IS PATH WARM? Is a way to help remember the signs of threat. I Ideation: Threatening or talking about wanting to hurt/kill him/herself; looking for ways to kill him/herself; talking or writing about death, dying or suicide, when these actions are out of the ordinary S…

As September 10th, otherwise known as World Suicide Prevention Day approaches it is our goal to spread awareness about suicide and how to prevent it from occurring. 6 Statistics of Suicide: Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 15-24 year olds,. 4th leading cause of death among 35-54 year olds, and  8th leading…

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through the dedicated call center number…

by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. If someone you love has died of the novel coronavirus, it is likely that you are facing a number of challenging circumstances. Grief is always difficult, but it is especially difficult whenever a death is sudden, unexpected, and unfolds in ways that violate our expectations and puts up barriers to…

Dear Families of Rochester and surrounding communities, Vay-Schleich & Meeson has served this community since 1927 and we stand ready to help you now. Even prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the safety and well-being of you, your family and your friends has always been of utmost importance to us. We will remain open and our experienced,…

Sydney LePage of Spencerport, a hospice nurse with Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester, has been honored with the Caring for Caregivers Award from Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Homes. LePage was nominated by a former patient’s family who described her as dedicated and caring throughout and after their hospice experience. They said LePage is a wonderful…

  Ann Randazzo, LPN The Sunset House