Data and Evaluation Series Training #7: Visualizing and Reporting Evaluation Data
ZoomGiven limited resources and stretched capacity, data collection procedures and program evaluation strategies at the individual program level often fall short in terms of identifying gaps in service, areas for growth, and program impact. Today, philanthropic giving demands a quantifiable return on investment in exchange for donations and grants. Combining nearly 20 years of experience […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | Grief-Tech: The Intersection of Grief and Technology
ZoomIn today's digital age, technology is reshaping how we experience and process grief. This webinar introduces new professionals to the evolving landscape of grief-tech, exploring its history, current applications, and future potential. We'll examine how digital platforms and tools are being used to process and support grief expression and discuss the ethical considerations of using […]
Integrating EMDR to Support Children Who Are Grieving
ZoomChildren who are grieving often face challenges in processing emotions and adapting to loss in developmentally appropriate ways. This presentation explores the integration of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with play-based approaches to support children navigating the complexities of grief. Participants will delve into the core principles of EMDR, including its eight-phase protocol, […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | Basics of Leading a Grief Group
ZoomThis webinar will provide the basic tools to facilitate a grief group for children, teens, and adults. After attending this webinar, participants will be able to feel comfortable facilitating or co-facilitating a grief group. They will be given tools and ways to adapt to a quick-moving group atmosphere. Target Audience: Students, interns, individuals entering […]
Creative Interventions for Bereaved Children
ZoomWhen children experience the death of a significant person, they are at a very vulnerable time in their lives. These young grievers often struggle with emotions they may hesitate to express openly. The use of play-based interventions creates an engaging and developmentally appropriate context for addressing the unique needs of bereaved children. This webinar will […]
“Mind”ful Camps: Embracing Practices to Create Equity for Neurodiversity
ZoomThe term neurodiversity casts a wide net, so thinking about embracing practices at camp that create more equity may feel a bit daunting. How can we cater to every youth's needs, right? Take a moment and think ... what if creating these practices could help foster inclusivity, comfort, and a sense of belonging at camp? […]
Introduction to Grief Support Series | NACG Resources
ZoomThe NACG has created a diverse set of resources through its dedicated workgroups, designed to provide information and strategies for those supporting grieving children in various roles. These free resources are easily accessible on the NACG website, where they can be shared directly, downloaded, emailed, or printed. In this webinar, we’ll dive into the […]
Supporting Widowed Parents, Strengthening Families: A Holistic Approach to Grief
ZoomThis webinar will focus on the psychosocial functioning of parents who have lost a spouse or partner and are raising children on their own. The presenter will provide an overview of relevant research, insights from support groups specifically for widowed parents will be shared, and recommendations for how to support parents in ways that […]
Supporting Schools in the Aftermath of Crisis
ZoomChildren’s bereavement centers/programs/providers can play an important role in supporting a school after a major crisis event due to school or community violence. The following topics will be covered: how you and your center/program can prepare for consultation in this context; practical advice and support that can be provided to staff, students, and families; clarifying […]
The Power of Goodbye Rituals: The Importance of Involving Children in the Bereavement Process
ZoomThis presentation will focus on the importance of goodbyes and the surrounding rituals that families participate in during times of bereavement. The death of a loved one is a significant life event which often occurs within the healthcare environment. Child Life Specialists support children and families in various settings during critical stress points in their […]