Books, encouragement, and grief support resources for widows and widowers
Books, encouragement, and practical guidance for widows and widowers facing life after the loss of a spouse.
Charles Foster has written two new grief support resources to help widows and widowers face the early days after the loss of a spouse with compassion, honesty, and practical guidance.
Immediate Survival for Widows
When the Unthinkable Happens
A Widower’s First Steps Forward
After the Loss of a Wife
I know the pain of losing a spouse because I have lived it. When Cindy died, my life changed in every way. I had children to care for, decisions to make, emotions I did not know how to name, and a future I did not know how to face. Over time, God used my grief to give me a deeper compassion for widows and widowers. What began as personal loss became a calling to help others know they are not forgotten, not without hope, and not meant to walk through grief alone. My prayer is that these books and resources will help you breathe, take the next step, and know that your life still has meaning and purpose.
Read Charles' StoryCharles Foster is the Founder and Executive Director of Surviving From Loss, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) ministry serving widows and widowers through community, classes, events, encouragement, and care. Charles is also an independent author, speaker, and grief support teacher. The books, workbooks, and written resources offered through CharlesFoster.com are personally authored and sold by Charles Foster and are separate from Surviving From Loss, Inc. No purchase of Charles Foster’s books or materials is required to participate in Surviving From Loss classes, events, groups, or ministry activities. Surviving From Loss, Inc. does not receive revenue from the sale of Charles Foster’s books or materials. Purchases made through CharlesFoster.com are not donations to Surviving From Loss, Inc., do not financially benefit the nonprofit organization, and are not tax-deductible charitable contributions.
Looking for Community and Ongoing Support?
Surviving From Loss is a nonprofit ministry serving widows and widowers through community, fellowship, grief support programs, events, encouragement, and care. If you are looking for a safe and understanding place where others know the pain of losing a spouse, Surviving From Loss may be a place for you.
About Charles Foster
Charles is available to speak or teach on grief, loss, encouragement, widow and widower support, and the practical steps needed after the loss of a spouse. His message is warm, honest, faith-friendly, and grounded in years of walking with grieving people.
Articles of Hope
Read short articles written to encourage widows, widowers, families, and those who care for someone who is grieving. These articles offer gentle reminders, practical support, and hope for the journey ahead.
Take the Next Step Gently
Grief can make even the smallest steps feel overwhelming. You do not have to have everything figured out today. Begin with one next step, one honest prayer, one safe conversation, and one reminder that you are not alone.
You were not meant to walk through grief alone.