Being a More Effective Supporter
The complexities in children’s lives might make the supporter’s task feel a little intimidating, but much has been written to prepare supporters and give them the perspective they need. These resources offer some ideas and approaches.
When it comes to supporting others, no skill or knowledge is ever wasted.
Article for Supporters
"10 Things Grieving Children Want You to Know," from the Eluna Network
Listening on Repeat
A guide on effective listening, from the National Alliance for Children's Grief
Ways to Empower Children to Heal
A bookmark with ideas for adult supporters, from the Eluna Network
Tools for Early Childhood Professionals
Tools from the National Association for Children of Addiction
Supporting Students After a Death
Tips for teachers and school personnel, from the Dougy Center
Helping the Grieving Student
A resource called "Helping the Grieving Student: A Guide for Teachers," developed by the Dougy Center
Concerns About Your Child’s Mental Health?
An article for concerned parents developed by Sesame Workshop
What Mental Health Workers Want Parents to Know About Anxiety
From Sesame Workshop
Support for Children in Crisis Situations
For response teams, from the National Association for Children of Addiction
Mental Health and Social Media
This is a discussion guide for families, developed by the National Association for Children of Addiction
Social Media and Teen Mental Health
Guide for caregivers from the Family and Youth Services Bureau
Community Toolkits
A collection of toolkits from the Dougy Center for community members who support children in grief
Hope and Healing for Kids
Children's Program Kit, National Association for Children of Addiction
50 Ways to Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Ideas for self-care from Good Grief
How to Squash ANTs
A guide for helpers in countering automatic negative thoughts
Caregiver Resource Toolkit
Practical information and tips from the Prevention First Youth and Caregivers Resource Center
Recursos Para Cuidadores
Información practica y consejos del Centro de recursos para jóvenes y cuidadores de Prevention First
Youth Resource Map Questionnaire
A chance to add information about your program to the Prevention First resource database