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Jo Ann Elliott
Founder & Owner

"I am honored to lighten the load in your bereavement and give you, your time to mourn"

My Story

Having walked this path many times myself, I know firsthand how truly overwhelming it can feel when loss leaves you unsure of what to do first, where to turn, what steps to take next and how to face what lies ahead.  It was from this very place in my life that Your Time To Mourn was born.

 

This work is not only my passion, it’s my way of paying it forward, honoring all the amazing people who once helped me navigate my own loss, guided me through all the responsibilities that felt impossible to face alone and made me realize that I didn’t have to walk this journey by  myself.  

 

Their kindness and grace comforted me in my time of need and inspired me to create a service that can help others, just as they helped me. I will take on all the details with compassion, respect and a true understanding of what is needed as you begin your bereavement journey.  My mission is to walk beside you, easing the burden and giving you the space you need to grieve, reflect and begin to heal.

Grace in the Details

​Our mission at Your Time To Mourn is to provide support, ensuring all your needs are met and handled with professionalism and grace.

We want our clients to take the time they need to mourn the loss of their loved one.  We want you to focus on the "big things" and leave the rest to us.

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Our Services

Compassionate Support and Emotional Care

We place families at the heart of our services. 

  •  We prioritize the unique needs of each family.  We offer empathetic and emotional support, ensuring each family feels seen and heard throughout their journey.

  • We tailor our assistance to fit your needs.  We’ll begin with a free 30-minute consultation. This is the first step in getting to know you, your family and learn how we can help

Logistical Assistance

We handle any/all necessary arrangements and can help with logistics as well. We are here, on the ground, and ready to help. We want our families to focus on healing by letting us lighten the load.  This includes: 

  • Funeral Planning Assistance

  • Cancelling or transferring utilities, mail forwarding, and any/all household services.

  • Finding a new home for loved ones or pets, or arranging temporary care if needed. 

  • Home Cleaning and/or home maintenance

  • Junk Removal for Clean up or Clean Outs

  • Landscaping Services

  • Home Sale Preparation

  • Vehicle Sale and/or Disposal

Resource Guidance

We can connect our families with professionals that can assist with the following:

  • Senior Living/Memory Care or In-Home Care Givers

  • Legal, Estate and/or Financial Professionals (with consent) on the family’s behalf

  • Real Estate Referrals

  • Support Group Contacts

  • Mental Health Professionals

Our Core Principles

Empathy

Understanding Care

Our empathetic approach allows us to connect deeply with families, providing them with the understanding and support they seek.

Integrity

Trust and Respect

We believe in operating with the highest level of integrity, providing families with the respect and trust they need during challenging times.

Commitment

Dedicated Service

We are committed to offering dedicated service and support, ensuring families can rely on us throughout their bereavement journey.

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