Jes Knoop

Today, I sat down with a like-minded individual—one of those conversations that feels grounding and clarifying all at once. The kind that reminded me why  I started, and why this is worth the work, even when it’s hard. We talked about the sheer amount of need that exists. About the brave people who have reached out for grief support—sometimes quietly, sometimes urgently. We spoke honestly about the challenges non-profits face: the cost of helping others, the constant balancing act, the...

Grief has a way of turning compassion outward while leaving little behind for ourselves. We worry about how others are coping. We show up. We hold space. We manage responsibilities, emotions, and expectations—often while quietly setting our own pain aside. In a world that increasingly talks about self-care , grief reminds us that rest and routines alone are not enough. What grief truly asks for is self-kindness—a compassion that reaches inward, tending not just to what we do, but to how we...

Last week I talked about the importance of caring for our caregivers. Today, I'm thrilled to announce our very first public workshop . The topics covered in this workshop have been curated with long-term caregivers in mind. We've partnered with Lethbridge Counselling Services and Lethbridge Family Services to develop information and practical skills to help long-term caregivers handle the emotional cost of care and the effects of losing someone after long-term care. The event will take place...