Resources

To My Dear Widow Friends,

In my book, Field Guide for Widows, I mention various service providers that I personally use and recommend. This is the consolidated list where you can find all that information. I will update this list periodically, so you can trust that these businesses have been vetted by me and offer excellent service.

Please note that while some of my recommended service providers are specific to the North Texas area, many of them can provide services throughout the United States and even worldwide.

Blessings to you,

Ryane Oakley, author of Field Guide for Widows

Playlists

I have curated some playlists of meaningful music designed to support and encourage you during your grieving and growing journey. You can find them on the free app, Spotify.

Services

Photography

Headshots, family, maternity, wedding photos, my dear friend Nikki does it all with excellence, passion, and fun!

Nikki Nelson

Family Photographer

Website

Financial Advisor

If you need wise counsel and assistance in investing and planning for retirement, contact:

Jason Fortune CFP

Edward Jones

Website

Estate Planning Attorney

If you need a will, trust, affidavit of heirship, other legal documents, or legal counsel, please reach out to:

Spencer S. Chaffin, Esq.

BC Counselors at Law, PLLC

Website

Medical Insurance Advisor

Blake has helped me get the most cost-effective medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance for my family. He can access governmental assistance too, when applicable.

Blake Terry

Licensed Health Advisor / Agent

Website

Blessing Bricks

Handmade, custom, concrete bricks that serve as a beautiful, lasting memorial of your husband and can be enjoyed both indoors and outdoors.

Dana Miller

Artist

david-dana@verizon.net

Additional Support

Hope Gathering - Events, communities, and even free gifts called “Hope Boxes.”

Hope for Widows – Mentorship, financial support, and other services.

Never Alone Widows – Conferences, retreats, and local chapters for support and community.

One Fit Widow – Adventures, wellness, and healthy living.

Broken Halos Haven – Fun and practical resources for young widows and their children: No-cost, private grief retreat home, Man Camp, kids’ grief support groups, and Honey Dudes.

GriefShare – International grief support group

Saving Your Marriage Before it Starts - Premarital assessment and resources

The 5 Love Languages – Assessment, book, and resources

Financial Peace University – Wise financial mentorship

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call 988

Sermons

What to do When God Doesn’t Pick You (about jealousy) – Joyce Meyer

I See It Now (about Job) - Dharius Daniels

God’s Purposes for My Pain - Rick Warren