Children's Program
Continuum of Support of Bereaved Children
One-on-One Support (all ages)
Education and practical support Parents or caregivers of child
Education of secondary care givers (extended family, teachers …..)
Individualized support of children & teens (support groups don't work for everyone)
Support Groups (ages 4-18)
- Typically 8-10 sessions
- Focus is on support and emotional & social skill development
- Children learn how to support themselves and each other
- Some children return as "co-facilitators" (duties are tailored to skill level)
Day Camps & Four Day Retreat (ages 7-13)
Ideal for:
- Children who have had a chance to work through their initial grief
- Are developing emotional independence from their family
- Find comfort in a community of children who have also experienced loss
Leadership Team Training (ages 13-21)
- Complete a grief support group
- Workshop training in HEALS Activities facilitation & management of children in a recreational setting ( safety, recreation, behavior management )
- Begin by volunteering as a day camp counselor & debrief following camp
- Successful volunteers become counselors at Four Day Bereavement Camp
