The Weight of the Unspoken: Understanding Caregiver Grief

Contrary to popular belief, grief does not wait for death to arrive—it begins the moment you lose anything or anyone that is meaningful to you.

For many caregivers, the person they care for is still physically present, but they are no more the same person physically and/or mentally. This "ambiguous loss" can leave you feeling edgy, misunderstood, and grappling with a complex cocktail of emotions—from resentment and confusion to a deep, underlying sadness.

This is grief, and when left unchecked it can cause isolation and exacerbate caregiver stress.

We invite you to join us for an informative session where we will explore the different dimensions of caregiver grief and provide practical strategies for responding to them.

You will also hear a personal story of caregiver grief and recovery from a former caregiver. Having navigated the loss of both parents, she will share what grief recovery looks and sounds like in practice, offering a glimpse into how one can find renewed meaning after a season of profound loss.

Please note: This session is strictly informative and intended to provide education and support. It is not a substitute for professional clinical counselling.

About James Leong MSocSc(Counselling), BA(Journalism)

James is a Grief Recovery Specialist and a Clinical Member and Registered Counsellor with the Singapore Association of Counsellors. He is also an award-winning podcaster on caregivers. “This is What Caregiver Stress Feels Like”” won Podcast Thought Leader and Innovator at the 2025 Asian Podcast Awards.

James runs his own counselling practice Listen Without Prejudice and works with the incarcerated and their families in Changi Pr*son. He also co-facilitates a men’s suicide survival support group at the Samaritans of Singapore, and volunteers at the Kinship Men’s’ Circle for men who suffer partner violence.

Contact: [email protected]

https://listenwithoutprejudice.org

http://linkedin.com/in/jamesleongsg

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