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Grief Support

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    F. Curtis & Susan B Thrall Foundation
    Gray Family Foundation
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    United Way of Middlesex County
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    Boone Associates
    Eagan Family Charitable Foundation
    Mary Coolidge
    Municipalities of Essex, Deep River and Chester
    CT Department of Children and Families
    CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
    Connecticut Youth Services Association

    Common Feelings Associated with Grief:

    • Anger, Resentment and Blame
    • Anxiety, Fear, Helplessness
    • Confusion
    • Despair, Sadness, Loneliness, Feeling empty
    • Disappointment
    • Exhaustion
    • Guilt, Regret, Shame
    • Hopelessness
    • Shock and disbelief, Feeling numb, Denial

    To help to help children deal with grief, be patient and understanding. Create a safe space for them to express their feelings. Encourage them to talk about their memories and emotions, and help them find healthy ways to cope. Remember, everyone grieves differently. With your support, your child can heal and move forward.