The loss of a loved one is one of the hardest things in life to go through. Your pain is made even more difficult because your family is hurting as well.

Children need to grieve the loss of a loved one and it’s important their feelings are acknowledged.

Some things that a grieving child may do 

★      Imitate the behaviors of the person who passed away

★      Talk about the person who died in the present tense

★      Tell the story of their loss again and again

Things to watch for in your child 

★      Becoming withdrawn or unsociable

★      Struggling with nightmares or bedwetting

★     Participating in dangerous acts 

What you can do to help your child 

★      Call Hospice and ask about a children’s grief group

★      Spend extra time with your children

★      Help your kids return to their normal routine as soon as possible

★      Validate your child’s feelings of sadness, anger and hurt

Contact Number 

Hospice and Home: 463-6111

Support groups for adults. Ask about resources and children’s books dealing with grief and loss

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