Tender Bridge: Emotional & Practical Support Workbook

Tender Bridge Workbook – Planning Through Loss and Transition

Written by Barbara Mattson

Tender Bridge is a 50-page printable workbook created to gently guide seniors, caregivers, and families through the emotional and practical complexities of grief, aging, and life transitions. Whether you're navigating the loss of a loved one, preparing for future changes, or supporting someone in their final season of life, this workbook offers a compassionate space to reflect, organize, and connect.

This is not a clinical manual—it’s a soft companion. Rooted in empathy and spiritual reflection, Tender Bridge blends thoughtful planning tools with emotional support, helping you move forward with grace and clarity.

Inside, you’ll find:

• ✍️ Guided journaling prompts to explore memories, legacy, and personal wishes
• 💬 Conversation starters to ease difficult discussions between family members
• 📋 Practical worksheets for organizing important information and end-of-life planning
• 🕊️ Gentle personal exercises that honor grief and nurture quiet courage

Whether you're using this workbook privately, sharing it with a loved one, or offering it as a resource in a caregiving or hospice setting, Tender Bridge meets you where you are—with warmth, clarity, and quiet strength.

This workbook is ideal for:

• Seniors preparing for future transitions
• Adult children supporting aging parents
• Caregivers seeking emotional and practical guidance
• Hospice and senior center staff looking for printable resources
• Anyone navigating grief and seeking a gentle, spiritually grounded tool

🖥️ Flexible Use Across Devices The Tender Bridge Workbook is delivered as a high-quality PDF, making it easy to use in whatever way feels most comfortable. You can print it at home, fill it out by hand, or open it in popular note-taking apps like GoodNotes, Notability, or OneNote for digital handwriting and annotation. Whether you're journaling on your tablet with a stylus, organizing thoughts on your laptop, or sharing pages with a loved one, this format adapts to your needs—no special software required.

🎨 Bonus: Coloring Pages Included As a heartfelt thank-you, your purchase of the Tender Bridge Workbook includes five beautifully designed coloring pages—each created to soothe the spirit and encourage quiet reflection. Featuring soft, nature-inspired illustrations and calming motifs, these pages offer a peaceful creative outlet for seniors, caregivers, and anyone navigating emotional transitions. Whether used for mindful relaxation or shared with a loved one, they’re a gentle companion to the workbook’s deeper journey. They will be emailed to you within 1-2 days after your purchase has been processed.