Grief Resources
RESOURCES FOR KIDS
Resources to help kids understand violence and grief.
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Families and Educators (nasponline.org) - Talking to kids about gun violence, mass shootings, etc. Includes Tips and Talking Points - Downloadable PDF available in English & Spanish.
Parents-Called-To-Active.pdf - Helping Children Cope when parents are called to Active Duty / War. Created by NASP.
Books_for_Children_Dealing_With_Loss_or_Trauma.pdf Created by NASP.
Anniversaries of Traumatic Events: Guidance for Educators (nasponline.org)
NACG - National Alliance For Children’s Grief
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS
LOCAL OPTIONS -
Residents of Columbia & Walla Walla counties in Washington, or Umatilla County in Oregon:
If you’re seeking a Grief Support, please contact Walla Walla Community Hospice to inquire on their closed support group start dates, drop in dates, Spanish speaking groups, and other resources such as camps and activities for kids. Or go to their website here:
Grief Support — Walla Walla Community Hospice | Patient and Family Care (wwhospice.org)
NATIONAL OPTIONS -
The Compassionate Friends - Support after the death of a child
Hope@Home™ Groups - Inheritance of Hope - Faith-Based Support for families affected by terminal illness. They also offer retreats and tons of resources on their page.
AARP Grief and Loss Resources - Support after the death of a senior
National Widower’s Organization - Support for men grieving a loss
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Support for suicide survivors
Griefnet.org - Support for adults grieving a loss
Hellogrief.org - Support for adults and kids grieving a loss
NATIONAL END-OF-LIFE DOULA ALLIANCE (NEDA) - Home (nedalliance.org)