You can't hide death and mourning from children, so you need to help them understand it. https://lnkd.in/dsj6386
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Today, on International Bereaved Mothers Day, we stand with all the mothers who have experienced the heartbreak of losing a child. This day is a poignant reminder of the strength and resilience of mothers who have faced unimaginable loss. Our thoughts and hearts are with you, whether you've lost a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or at any other stage of life. We recognise your pain and honour your strength. It's a day to acknowledge the grief that can feel isolating, but you're not alone. We encourage everyone to reach out to those who may be grieving and offer a kind word, a listening ear, or a simple gesture of support. Let’s embrace our communities and create spaces where bereaved mothers feel understood and valued. If you're observing International Bereaved Mothers Day, know that there's a compassionate community ready to offer support and understanding. #BereavedMothersDay #SupportAndHealing #YouAreNotAlone #CompassionInGrief
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In May, our Stephen Ministry group at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Lodi CA will be learning about caring for the dying to help us in our grief ministry program. In the late 1800's hospitals began their rise in America. Over the next 100 years, the deathbeds of our loved one moved out of the family home and into the hospital room. In this transition, death became something we did not really understand. When humans do not understand things well, we begin to fear them. Do you have a loved preparing for death and the end-of-life experience? It is important that we remember, this is a normal part of being a human being. There are ways to make this time peaceful and meaningful. Here are some resources that may help bring you more understanding about caring for the dying. 1) Final Gifts: Understanding the Special Awareness, Needs and Communications of the Dying - by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley. 2) The Dying Process: Your Essential Guide to Understanding Signs, Symptoms & Changes a the end of life - by Katie Duncan 3) The Courage to Care: Being Fully Present with the Dying - by Reverend Linda Bryce MA 4) Caring for the Dying: The Doula Approach to a Meaningful Death - by Henry Fersko-Weiss https://lnkd.in/g3dqpaPZ
How to Talk to a Loved One Who is Dying | Pastor Don Riggs
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UKCP Psychotherapist | Adults Bereaved as Children Specialist | Founder ABC Grief | PhD Student at University of Humanistic Studies, Utrecht
There are no words to this news! Child Bereavement UK, Winston's Wish and Childhood Bereavement Network have worked tirelessly, along with many individuals to get the changes needed to record official data to understand the scale of childhood bereavement. This would help the most vulnerable in our society. My response as a bereaved child of 9 in 1973, and a specialist in adults who were bereaved as children:- - Society needs this data for better outcomes, childhood grief is lifelong. - There are long term mental, physical and social health consequences for not capturing this data, vulnerable children will get lost. - The bereaved children of today are the adults of tomorrow. - Consider psychiatric diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder & Complex PTSD. - Consider impact on a bereaved child's life and the outcomes as adults. - Adults bereaved as children today know the ripple effect of not having support, so we need to change it for future generations. - Come and sit in my world for a day to witness the impact! Surely we can do better than 'guess' how many children are impacted. I for one will still be part of the #nochildgrievesalone movement.
Today we received a response to our petition to government to record official data on the number of bereaved children in the UK. We stand firm in our belief that to be able to reach and provide grieving children and young people with the support they need, we first need to understand the scale of childhood bereavement itself. We believe in the value of this data and its power to transform experiences of some of the most vulnerable in our society. We will continue to advocate for the rights of bereaved children and young people and hold strong in our determination to build a society where no child has to face to the devastation of grief alone. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported our campaign so far, we hope you’ll continue to share our journey. We will share more on next steps soon. #NoChildGrievesAlone
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July is recognized as Bereaved Parents Awareness Month. Losing a child is one of the most painful experiences, and it’s essential to acknowledge and support bereaved parents during this difficult time. If you know someone who has lost a child, even being a good listener can provide immense comfort. Let’s continue to show compassion and empathy for those who carry this grief with them throughout their lives. Here are some ways you can offer comfort and understanding: 1. Listen Actively 2. Remember Their Child 3. Offer Practical Help 4. Attend Memorial Events 5. Send Thoughtful Messages 6. Avoid Clichés: Refrain from saying things like “time heals all wounds” or “everything happens for a reason.” Instead, express your sympathy genuinely. 7. Educate Yourself Remember, there’s no perfect way to support bereaved parents, but your kindness and empathy can make a significant difference. #BereavedParentsAwarenessMonth #July #Community #Compassion #Support #EducateYourself
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If you want to find out more about National Bereaved Parents Day, check out this summary by Emily Johnstone. In particular, there are helpful pointers on some of the state financial support available and ‘need to knows’ if a family is considering bringing a claim. #bereavement #childbereavement #nationalbereavedparentsday
You probably didn't know that today is National Bereaved Parents Day. I've written a few words about why this is important and what support is available to families🕯️ https://lnkd.in/enr5Wpsx
National Bereaved Parents Day | Barcan+Kirby Solicitors in Bristol
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Finding Strength in Unity 💙 For fathers and grandfathers who have experienced the profound heartache of losing a child, the journey through grief can be a solitary and challenging one. The Tiny Footprints Brotherhood is an online community for bereaved fathers established by 4Louis and Prepare Foundation. Their mission is to provide the opportunity for grieving fathers and grandfathers to come together, lean on each other, and face the next day a little lighter. The format of these sessions is informal and can be guided by the brothers present. ➡ Learn more about the Tiny Footprints Brotherhood here - https://4louis.co.uk/tfb #greiving #greivingmoms #greivingprocess #grievingparents #grieving #grievingprocess #grievingfamilies #greivingfather #greivingfathers #greivingdad #greivingdads #greivingdaddy #greivinggrandie #greivinggrandparents #greivinggrandad
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Today we remember those who were sentenced to juvenile life without parole (JLWOP) and passed away while incarcerated or soon after release. The deaths of these beloved people are a tragic reminder that justice delayed is justice denied. Each year that someone spends in prison cuts their life expectancy by two years, and even for those who have come home, the brutality of prison has life-long and sometimes life-ending impacts. For all members of this community, we hope you join us in memorializing the lives of those who have left us too soon. By memorializing their lives, we hope to honor and give dignity to those who were so often denied fair opportunities. For all the kids who did not get the chance to live freely, we remember them for how they were in their totality. We remember them for their uniqueness, their positive outlook on life, their hope for the future, their humility and their humanity. We remember them for their mistakes and the serious harm they caused, and we remember them for their kindness and determination to grow. For all of those children who were condemned to death by incarceration, we are committed to building a future where individuals like those we remember here are able to experience a transformative healing justice response that recognizes the fullness of their humanity, their inherent dignity and unequivocal right to redemption; a future where they can be encircled by rather than banished from beloved community and flourish freely, experiencing the gift of life in all its forms and complexities. For those who have lost a family member to youth violence or to the emotional and psychological violence of perpetual punishment, the grief and anguish can be unimaginable, and we hope these resources for bereavement provide you with support on #NationalGriefAwarenessDay: https://lnkd.in/eBE6kwMk
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We know Mother's Day can be an extremely difficult for bereaved families. Our recent article shares some practical ways to support your child in the lead up and on the day itself. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ew4r-HCN
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This is an article from the UK however, we have the same problem here in Australia. We Aussies don't talk much about death in our families and when we do, we joke about it - using expressions like "kicked the bucket", “wearing a wooden onesie”, and even "pushing up daisy's". The English have at least 50 completely different ways of talking about death (and I think we would be similar), suggesting society still has some way to go to feel comfortable about talking about dying, death and bereavement. Help me change the conversation, so we have it more often and are not making fun of dying or those who have died. Instead, let's start a conversation to ensure we are protecting our friends and family by having an up-to-date estate plan. #YodalEstatePlanning http://ed.gr/clsxb
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Grief support groups are free and available to anyone in the community who has experienced a loss. Generally, they meet once or twice a month year-round. These groups are beneficial because they provide a place to begin sharing your grief with others who have suffered a loss. They also promote building long-term supportive relationships. Galatians 6:2 “ Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” #grief #support https://lnkd.in/gU9CpFF5
Support Options - Catholic Cemeteries of Northeast Kansas
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