Mending Hearts: Children’s Grief Group

Mending Hearts in a program for children ages 6-12 who are grieving the death of a significant loved one. Through art- ased activities, story, and group discussion, children learn how to cope with their grief and cherish memories of their deceased loved one.

Topics explored include:

• Introduction to Grief
• Understandings and Feelings About Death
• Change, Loss, and Growth
• Rituals and the Funeral Experience
• Coping With and Owing Grief