If you are receiving this invitation to join us, you will already have learned that the Sheldon Family lost their 16-year-old son Jamie this weekend. After a long battle with bipolar disorder, Jamie felt as though he had no way out and took his life. The family asks that you honor his life by understanding the courageous battle he waged. They ask that you understand that a major mental illness is as life-threatening as cancer. Jamie did not so much "lose the battle" as he succumbed to a disease. 

He leaves three siblings - Charlie 14, Vanessa, 15, and Julian, 18. He also leaves his grieving parents Sandra and Jeffrey. Supporting ongoing support for the entire family is our collective goal. Please claim any item(s) you would like to provide.

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Plants make wonderful gifts as they can allow the recipient to remember someone they love, year after year. A flowering shrub or bush is a beautiful memorial gift. Note: If you send the gift of a plantable item, be sure that someone is there to assist in planting it. 
The Arbor Day Foundation plants trees, shrubs, and other botanical items. We inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation and education organization. A million members, donors, and partners support our programs to make our world greener and healthier.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it goes on and on. A memorial shrub or bush grows and provides a place to reflect and rest on a life well lived and a person who is deeply missed. A memorial bush or shrub is beautiful, lasting - and feeds a green agenda.
What To Express in Your Card: Sending deep condolences for your loss. Also sending masses of love.

Shrubs &amp; Bushes from Arbor Foundation

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Instead of flowers, consider sending your grieving loved one meaningful support that lasts all year long.
Grief Coach will deliver grief support via SMS, personalized based on age, cause of death, and relationship. Best of all, if your grieving loved one has friends and family who want to help, they can receive tips and reminders too.
Go to <a href="https://grief.coach/giveinkind/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">grief.coach</a> and use the code giveinkind to get $10 off a gift subscription. Because grief is hard, but it's a little easier when we have people by our side.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it's for grieving people and amazing friends and family who want to support them. Plus, it lasts all year long - which matters a lot.
What To Say In Your Card: I'm going to stay by your side this year, through all of your ups &amp; downs. This subscription will help me to understand some of what you're going through so that I can give you the support you need. You can receive messages too, if you like, just let me know.

Grief Coach: Personalized Grief Support via SMS

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Searching for a mental health therapist can be daunting. Time constraints, poor quality online information, non-responsive practitioners, and other challenges can lead to discouraging results. Banister's Approach Keeps Things Simple.
In three easy steps, Bannister's Provider Search simplifies the search process:
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<li>15-Minute Intake Call: ​Schedule a 15-minute intake call with one of Banister's licensed mental health professionals. During this call you will share criteria including insurance carrier, preferred day/time/location, in-person or tele-health format, and your history with mental health care.</li>
<li>Research: Banister will begin to research and directly contact potential therapists on your behalf via email/phone to verify payment and availability criteria, along for screening for the therapists' training and comfort in assisting with your identified issues and goals.</li>
<li>Connection: Banister will send you a list of 3-5 therapists who meet the discussed criteria for you to consider and contact directly for an initial consultation. This consultation is an opportunity for you to determine which therapist will be the best fit for you.</li>
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Why We Love This Gift: When you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health - the absolute last thing you want to do is spend countless hours chasing down therapists. This service will save you from draining whatever emotional energy you have left, so you can focus it towards your therapy sessions.
What To Express In Your Card: Meetings with my therapist has helped me manage my mental health. Whether I was having a mental health crisis, or I just needed someone to vent to, my therapist was there for me when I needed them. I want to be there for you however I can, and I know this will help. Love you.

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On the night of October 2, 2005, Hart and Dana Perry's 15-year-old son Evan jumped to his death from his New York City bedroom window. This moving film is the story, told by his parents and others who knew him, of Evan's life and death, and his life-long struggle with bipolar disorder. In showing how one family deals with generations of loss and grief, the film is an attempt to defy the stigma related to mental illness and suicide.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is a moving call to end the stigma that surrounds suicide. It is a tribute to a very young man who died far too soon - and a family who did all they could to save him. This film is a top pick of the editorial team at Give InKind.
What To Express In Your Card: I wonder whether, when you are ready, we could take a look at this movie together. I can't imagine the pain you are in, but I do want to hear about how you are processing and grieving. I am here for you and send my love.
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Give InKind's Time Out - Self Care gift box includes a rotating selection of 6 hand-picked items that are great for anyone, but also hit the spot for hard-to-send-for gifts for loved ones that could use more of an incentive to relax. Hand-packed with love, each box is overflowing with goodies, and includes a card with your message on it!
The Time Out - Self Care gift box includes items like:
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<li>Vanilla &amp; Chestnut Candle from Tule Fog</li>
<li>Lip Balm from Kind Lips</li>
<li>Rosemary &amp; Eucalyptus Soap from RealSoaps</li>
<li>Dark Chocolate Cashew Butter Cups from Brooklyn Born Chocolate</li>
<li>Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels from Mouth Party</li>
<li>Sea Salt Breeze Nourishing Hand Cream from Tried &amp; True</li>
<li>Sweet Citrus Complete 4-step Spa Kit from Avry Beauty</li>
<li>Dissolvable Pressed Loose Leaf  Tea from Tea Drops</li>
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The list above is representative but products do rotate based on availability.
At Give InKind, we understand that everyone comes from vastly unique situations and backgrounds. Despite this, we meticulously prepare these boxes to remind you of something we all have in common: once in awhile, both you and the people you support love and deserve to be pampered. The Time Out - Self Care gift box will do just the trick!

Give InKind Curated Gift Box: Time Out - Self Care

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Setting up a food train is one of the best ways to help support someone you love. Here are some tips on how to give groceries as a gift.

How to Give Groceries as a Gift for a Meal Train

How to Give Groceries as a Gift for a Meal Train - Give InKind

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Talking about death is hard. Talking about out-of-order death is harder. Visit Give InKind for articles, information, and a new way to schedule meals in times of need.

How to Talk to a Grieving Parent

You said the wrong thing. Reach out again and say the right thing. Visit Give InKind for ideas and concrete ways to lend assistance to those in need.

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Consider what you want to convey in your gift of flowers. Here are some considerations in making a selection. Visit Give InKind for information, articles, and a new way to schedule food and support to those in times of need.

What Flowers Express: In Illness & In Grief

Consider what you wish to express in your selection. Visit Give InKind for ideas, information, and a new way to schedule meals in times of need.

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