How To Help a Friend Who Lost Their Home in a Fire

[mahina]

https://www.kqed.org/news/11628364/how-to-help-a-friend-who-lost-their-home-in-a-wildfire?fbclid=IwAR2CWlNE6SlR-tTpcsjps81DxnxGE5nEa3ZwvVv5hDJtZuKOCA18jFhmP5w

One of the things that surprised me in the wake of losing our home was the power of kindness to buffer threads of stress and sadness before they could take root and overwhelm our family. Logistically, the support of gift cards, coffee cups, blankets or a pair of scissors was invaluable.

However, it was kindness from those near and far, friends and strangers, that created beauty in the midst of ugliness and healing in the midst of despair.

Below are 15 tips we offer to those longing to support friends or loved ones navigating the treacherous path of rebuilding a life after home loss. Among these ideas, I hope you find a way of reaching out that feels meaningful.

With the needs so vast, rest assured that there is a way you can offer support that falls within your resources and skill set, even if you are pushed a tiny bit out of your comfort zone.

[Olafjoy]

2. Wow!

This is such a valuable post. I do not live in Cali but I used to and many friends still do. I am fearful one lost her home in Westlake Village. Also, we all must embrace the town and people of Paradise. One feels helpless, but this guide will direct efforts to what is needed and important.

[BumRushDaShow]

3. What is so sad

is that thousands and thousands didn't just lose homes in fires, but due to floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and even volcanoes - all this year. It has been a horrible year for disasters.