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Antoinetta – Myth that tragedy brings family together

Antoinetta discusses the challenges that her family faced after the death of her father

Caileigh – Through play children learn so much about their grief

Caileigh discussed how children learn so much about their grief through play. There’s less confusion, there’s less anxiety, there’s more awareness. For the child and the parent, there is more acceptance of grief.

John – What to do now

John talks about the time after the initial period of grief

Andrea – My Story

Andrea shares her story of losing her husband during a pandemic

Rev. Sky – “Youth alert”

Rev. Sky talks about youth and when it’s time to reach out for support.

Christian – “Jeff’s Story”

Christian tells Jeff”s story… the good and his struggles.

Donna B – “Offering Support”

Donna explains how talking/listening is a help. Donna continues to grieve the death her son during service in Afghanistan.

Adrianna – Guilt and death by suicide

Adrianna gives insights she has found about guilt

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

Janice – “Pay attention to our feelings”

Janice discuss the importance of being aware of your feelings.

Amber – Keeping Dad’s memory alive

Amber tells how she set up a Dad adventure day to keep the memory of her father alive for her kids and husband

Sam – How grief changes

Sam who lost his father, uncle and cousin talks about time and grief