Voices of Care Blog

Son, Mom Pay it Forward at Grief Camp

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Anne Williams in Children, Volunteers

I was only nine years old when my Dad died suddenly. It was terrible. I loved my Dad very much and I miss him every day. My Mom suggested that we both go to Camp Stepping Stones but I wasn’t sure what to expect. When I got to Camp the first things I noticed were lots of kids and families, a basketball court, and arts and crafts tables. The volunteers were very nice and they helped us get into different groups, depending on our age. ...

Old Enough to Grieve: Supporting Children After Loss

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Danielle Buzanga, CCLS, LCSW in Children

Death is often considered a “taboo” topic in our society today. People don’t like to talk about it. Especially with children. Adults will often strive to protect children from anything upsetting or potentially painful. But the fact remains that most children will be impacted by loss at some point during their childhood ...

Lesson Learned: Give Grieving Children Their Voice

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Patricia Ahern, RN, MBA, FACHE in Children

Over the many years of my work with young families, I have learned so much about the way they navigate tragedies. I remember one family with two children in grade school that was suddenly and unexpectedly motherless. They stand out in my mind because of the patterns that I saw then and so many times later with other grieving families. ...

4 Ways to Help Grieving Children Face the New Year

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Cammy Adler-Roth, CCLS, LCSW in Children

For many, the new year is recognized as a time of exciting change and renewal, but for those who are grieving, it’s not always sparkles and glitter. If you are supporting a child who is grieving, it is important to be mindful of the many emotions that can accompany this annual milestone. Here are four tips to help you navigate the new year with grieving children. ...

Learning to Cope With My Mom’s Death

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Brian Morissette in Children

It was just another relaxing Sunday. I was playing in my backyard, and the rest of my family members were up to their own personal thing. This seemed like just a normal weekend day until I got a phone call from my dad telling me that my mom was in the hospital. ...

How to Help a Grieving Child Return to School

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Care Dimensions Children's Program Staff in Children

As summer draws to a close, the transition from a relaxed schedule to a more structured school routine can elicit a variety of emotions and anxieties for children and caregivers, especially those who have experienced the death of someone close. After a child experiences a significant loss, these feelings can be amplified and make the transition seem overwhelming. This article lists some tips to help your family navigate the back-to-school transition. ...

Helping Grieving Children

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Care Dimensions in Children

Most children experience loss at some point in their childhood – a grandparent dies, a parent becomes seriously ill or a best friend moves away. Experts say that intense grief could last, on average, about two to three years in adults. For children, grief feelings can last even longer. ...

Books to Help Children Deal With Death, Grief, and Loss

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Care Dimensions Children's Program Staff in Children

Death is not an easy topic to talk about. It can make us feel scared and uneasy. Talking about it with children can be even more difficult. Using books can be a helpful way for parents, teachers, or other caregivers to guide conversations with young children. The following books have been reviewed and recommended by child life specialists at Care Dimensions. ...

'A Monster Calls' - Exploring Child Grief

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Care Dimensions Children's Program Staff in Children

Our child life specialists are constantly looking for quality resources to share with families and professionals who are faced with supporting children through a parent’s life-limiting illness. Recently, Care Dimensions child life specialists saw the new Hollywood movie that portrays the experience of so many of the children and families with whom we work on a daily basis. ...

5 Ways to Help Grieving Teens

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Kristen Goodhue, MS, CCLS in Children

The teen years can be difficult for anyone. Academic pressure, peer pressure, uncertainty about the future, self-identity and expression issues, and sexuality concerns are all part of teen’s everyday life. When a teen experiences the death of someone close to them, the grief can feel overwhelming, confusing, and very isolating. Here are five tips to help teens navigate their grief journey. ...

PREV 1 2 3

Anyone—patient, family, care provider—can make a referral. Fill in the form online or call us today.

Online Referral Call 888-283-1722

Since 1978, Care Dimensions, formerly Hospice of the North Shore, has provided comprehensive and compassionate care for individuals and families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. As the non-profit leader in advanced illness care, we offer services in over 100 communities in Massachusetts.

Privacy | Terms of Use

We use cookies and other tools to enhance your experience on our website and to analyze our web traffic. For more information about these cookies and the data collected, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Accept