Should I get my supervisor a bereavement gift? (flowers, card, etc.)
We were told by our department head today that my direct supervisor's husband passed away this weekend. My supervisor and I get along great, and while we do sometimes discuss non-work topics, I wouldn't say we're close. I feel terrible for her and was hoping for the perspective of supervisors/managers about what an appropriate "gift" might be, whether a simple condolence note or something like flowers whenever she returns. Thank you!
edit: I truly appreciate the feedback and feel much more comfortable in my course of action. Our department head is planning to provide us with information regarding the service, so I'll send a simple card with a handwritten note. It's clear that the best thing I can do is to help keep work a separate space from what I can only imagine is an awful ordeal. Thank you again!