The Bereavement Network, a community-based group in the Pacific Northwest, provides opportunities for networking and education for individuals who work with bereaved persons. The Network is committed to bring local professionals and lay persons together on a regular basis. The Network leadership, membership, structure, and activities, including a computerized resource manual, are described in this article.
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