Simple Ways to Make a Profound Difference: Supporting Children & Teens Experiencing Grief
In the U.S., 1 in 12 children will experience the death of a parent or sibling by the age of 18. Without the support of caring adults, grief can have lifelong, adverse effects on a young person’s health and overall well-being. Help Eluna change the way grieving youth are cared for and watch this free, 1-hour webinar for adults making everyday connections with children and teens.
Workshop takeaways:
- an understanding of how grief impacts each young person uniquely
- strategies for supporting grieving children and teens
- resources and connections to support youth and families who are grieving
Please watch & share this video and help us create ripples of change to support youth who are grieving.
Recommended Resources:
- Activity: Your Grief is Unique
- Postcard Pointers
- Talking with Children about Suicide and Violent Death
- Grief by Age: Developmental Stages and Ways to Help
- Printable Posters for Self-Care & Coping Skills
- Caregiver Guidebook: How do we grieve together as a family?
Speaker Bios:
Kelly Petersohn is the Camp Erin Online Programs Manager at Eluna, a non-profit organization with a mission to support youth and families impacted by grief or addiction. Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 14 years of service in the field of childhood bereavement; 9 years as Camp Director of Camp Erin Indy!
Sarah Behm is the Director of the Eluna Resource Center, supporting children and families impacted by grief and addiction with personalized support & resources (in Spanish and English). Specializing in trauma-informed care and social emotional learning, Sarah previously worked to reduce bullying and incorporate restorative practices. As a seasoned consultant and credentialed school counselor, Sarah believes in the power of partnering with families, frontline workers, and communities to foster unity and transformation.
Thank you:
This program is supported by The Cigna Group Foundation, a private foundation that supports organizations sharing its commitment to improve the health and vitality of individuals and the communities.
