How Gratitude Helps the Healing Process
How Gratitude Helps the Healing Process After experiencing a traumatic event, healing can take time, both physically and emotionally. At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, we’ve seen how acts of kindness, compassion, and gratitude can spark meaningful recovery. While cleanup restores a space, gratitude helps restore the heart. The Connection Between Gratitude and Healing Gratitude is […]
Hoarding Cleanup: Understanding the Human Side of the Story
Hoarding Cleanup: Understanding the Human Side of the Story Hoarding isn’t just about clutter, it’s about compassion. At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, we approach every hoarding cleanup with empathy, respect, and understanding. Behind every situation is a person, a story, and often, deep emotional pain that deserves dignity and care. What Hoarding Really Is Hoarding […]
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Prevent Mold Before Winter
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Prevent Mold Before Winter Introduction As temperatures drop and cozy season approaches, your home faces new challenges, especially when it comes to moisture. Fall is the perfect time to prepare your property for winter and prevent mold before it starts. By following a simple maintenance checklist, you can protect your investment, […]
National Crime Prevention Month: How to Stay Safe in Your Community
National Crime Prevention Month: How to Stay Safe in Your Community October is National Crime Prevention Month, a time to strengthen our communities and work together to keep our homes, schools, and neighborhoods safe. At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, we often see the aftermath of crime, but we also believe that awareness and prevention can […]
Domestic Violence Awareness Month — Supporting Survivors & the Community in Colorado
Domestic Violence Awareness Month — Supporting Survivors & the Community in Colorado Each October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a nationwide time to shine a light on intimate partner violence, provide resources, and support survivors. At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, while our core mission is cleaning and restoration, this month reminds us of the […]
What Qualifies as a Biohazard, and Why Is It Dangerous?
The word “biohazard” can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s used to describe something in your own home or vehicle after a traumatic event. But what exactly qualifies as a biohazard, and why does it matter? At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, we take biohazard risks seriously. Here’s what you need to know to protect your health, […]
Why You Need a Professional to Clean a Trauma Scene
When tragedy strikes, whether it’s an unattended death, suicide, or crime, families are often left overwhelmed, confused, and unsure of what steps to take next. One of the most crucial and time-sensitive decisions is how the scene will be cleaned. And while it may be tempting to handle it yourself, this is never something a […]
Why Trauma Cleanup Is Part of the Healing Process
After tragedy strikes, the world feels shattered. There’s grief, confusion, fear, and the overwhelming question of what to do next. For families affected by a violent crime, suicide, or unattended death, one of the first and most painful realities is the physical scene left behind. It’s more than a mess. It’s a reminder. And until […]
Why First Responders Are More Susceptible to Suicide and How to Help
Police officers. Firefighters. Paramedics. Dispatchers. These are the people who run toward the chaos, who carry others out of burning homes, hold hands in moments of crisis, and witness tragedies that never make the news. But behind the uniforms are human hearts, and many are silently struggling. First responders are at a significantly higher risk […]
Who Pays for Crime Scene Cleanup?
A Guide to Insurance, Victim Compensation & Support in Colorado After a tragedy, whether it’s a violent crime, suicide, or unattended death, most families aren’t just grieving. They’re also left wondering: Who pays for cleaning this up? It’s one of the most common (and stressful) questions we hear at Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning. And the […]