Children, young people - loss, death & grief

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Aim

To provide a depth of understanding of the needs of bereaved children and young people and the skills and resources required to provide appropriate care

Learning outcomes

to gain understanding of a child's perception of death
to gain an understanding of the theory of loss and mourning in relation to children and young people
to identify an awareness of our own needs as professional carers and explore ways to support ourselves and our colleagues
to recognise the diverse needs of bereaved children and young people, and the importance of advocacy
to gain information about the Child Bereavement Charity, other similar support organisations and resources available

Who should attend?

For all professionals who come into contact with bereaved children and young people in the course of their work, whether in the statutory or voluntary sector.

(originally devised with support from The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund)

"Listening to the children's own experiences gave me a better understanding of the loss and grief from their perspective, and will enable me to support them more effectively" (participant - Feb 2010)