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Today is Children's Grief Awareness Day - a day to acknowledge and support the millions of children, teens and young adults who have experienced the death of a parent, caregiver or sibling. If you want to help support grieving kids, here are three things you can do right now: 1. Share this post to raise awareness 2. Donate to charities providing direct support to grieving kids and families like Good Grief, Inc. https://good-grief.org/ 3. Advocate that your school boards, PTA, and state/local representatives take action to provide grief instruction and resources in schools and communities

A common myth is that children may not be impacted like adults after a death. In fact, it's not uncommon to hear comments such as "They are too young to understand" when referring to children's experiences of loss. Join Dougy Center staff for this FREE webinar on November 21 (10am - 11:30am PST) where we dispel myths and raise awareness about children's grief. #childrensgriefawarenessmonth

It's Children's Grief Awareness Week. Having seen my children experience close loss and grief from a young age, starting with the passing of my father when they were only 3 and 5, to other family members and pets, and then the loss of their own Dad when they were finishing high school, I recognise and fully support the policy focus of this year's children's grief awareness week. As the government reviews the school curriculum, I am so pleased to hear that experts in bereavement are calling for the addition of grief education in the school curriculum. I was amazed to some of the stats around children's bereavement. According to the Childhood Bereavement Network estimates, nearly 127 children between the age of 0-17 experience the loss of a parent every day. Child Bereavement UK reports show that 90% of teachers receive no bereavement training, despite 1 child in every class going through this. Grief and loss is a part of our life. Being able to support our children by understanding their feelings, being more empathic, providing them with a safe space to talk and educating their friends and teachers, is so crucial to their journey. Some of the consequences of grief result in isolation, and even bullying of bereaved children. I know in my own work with clients, I have seen adults with issues around abandonment, trust and lack of confidence go back to events in their lives where they experienced the loss of loved ones, and were not able to express their grief fully and safely. Children often don't understand what's happened, they may blame themselves for it, and even feel like they have been left and abandoned. Seeing this issue being debated in our parliament on Dec 2nd this year, really fills me with hope that we will educate not only our children, but those supporting them on this essential issue. What are your thoughts on this? Have you experienced loss as a child? Have your children gone through this? Did you/they receive the support needed? I would love to know. #cgaw24 #childrensgrief

🌟 November is National Children's Grief Awareness Month, a crucial time to raise awareness and provide support to grieving children 🌟 This month, we shine a light on the unique needs of grieving children. Kids often face a whirlwind of questions after a loss, and as caregivers, we can provide reassurance with the "5 C's of Children's Grief": 1. Did I *CAUSE* it? 2. Can I *CATCH* it? 3. Could I have *CURED* it? 4. Who is going to take *CARE* of me? 5. How can I stay *CONNECTED* to the person? By answering these questions with care, we help children feel safe, loved, and understood during a difficult time. This November, let's make space for these conversations, offering comfort and clarity to grieving children everywhere, and inspiring a community of support. 💙 @Innersojourn #NationalChildrensGriefMonth #5CsOfGrief #ChildrensGriefAwareness

Today is Children's Grief Awareness Day. At some point in our lives, we will all be touched by grief. For some, grief comes in childhood. It’s important to remember that loss is not restricted by age. When children grieve, they tend to experience it differently than adults, so it’s vital to understand how children deal with grief. Learn more about how to support your child as they grieve: https://buff.ly/2XSLTif

Today, on Children’s Grief Awareness Day, we stand in solidarity with young hearts navigating the journey of loss. 💕 Grief can feel overwhelming, especially for children, but it’s important to remind them—and ourselves—that no one walks this path alone. 🌈 At Hospice Fredericton, we’re here to support children and families with compassion and understanding, offering a safe space to share, heal, and remember. 🌱🕊️ 💬 Here’s what some of the brave children we’ve supported have shared about their experiences. Let’s honour their courage and ensure every grieving child feels seen, heard, and supported. 💛 📌 Tips for supporting a grieving child: ✔️ Be present—listen without judgment. ✔️ Encourage them to express feelings through words, art, or play. ✔️ Reassure them it’s okay to grieve in their own way and time. 📣 Share this post to spread awareness and show grieving children they are not alone. Together, we can foster a compassionate community. 💕 #ChildrensGriefAwarenessDay #HopeAndHealing #GriefSupport #HospiceFredericton #CommunityCare 🌟

🌟 Grief looks different for every child. Some may act out, others might become withdrawn, and many will struggle to find the words to express their pain. At The Never Alone Project, we understand these unique challenges. Through our programs like Helping Children with Loss and Upside Down, Downside Up resource, we provide the support and tools needed to help children process their emotions and feel seen, heard, and understood. 💙 This week, let's raise awareness and spread the message: No child should grieve alone. #YouAreNotAlone #SupportThroughGrief #childrensgriefawarenessweek

This week in the UK is Children's Grief Awareness week. At Tooled Up we have a range of resources that can help you support a grieving or bereaved child. Here you can find a guide to what we offer as well as an overview of useful advice: https://lnkd.in/e2Gsxyn5

Today on Children's Grief Awareness Day, we wish to share valuable resources and important bereavement support organizations, both locally and nationwide. While children are resilient, they are not resilient alone, and they deserve compassion and support through any types of loss. View our recent newsletter here: https://conta.cc/3V2IVrr