Caregiver Guidance: Prep for Summer and Back to School
Summer can bring about big changes – longer days, shifting routines, and unpredictable schedules. When you are also navigating grief, it can feel like a complete whirlwind. If you are wondering how to support your kids (and yourself) in this season, you are not alone!
Watch this recorded 1-hour event delivered on June 26, 2025 by Camp Erin Online Manager, Kelly Petersohn, LCSW. This workshop is tailored specifically to parents and caregivers supporting youth who are grieving.
Workshop Takeaways:
- warm-weather remembrance activities
- curated summer reading list
- tips for building in routine family touchpoints
- guidance on navigating the upcoming return to school in the midst of grief
Please watch & share this video and help us create ripples of change to support youth who are grieving.
Recommended Resources:
- Summer Resource Hub for Grieving Youth and Families
- 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.
