It can be hard to come up with words to talk about violence and grief with our children, especially when our own hearts are so heavy and scared. Here are a few places where you can find more resources to help you find words...
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Trauma Care Resource Hub
from ZERO TO THREE
These resources are available online in English and Spanish at zerotothree.org/care to help adults meet the unique needs of infants and young children in addressing the effects of trauma in the aftermath of violence.
We Grieve for the Families and Community of Uvalde:
from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families
These resources in English and Spanish for parents, caregivers, and educators can help children begin to heal in the wake of such traumatic events. These supports, available in both English and Spanish, were developed by national organizations including The National Child Traumatic Stress Network, the American Psychological Association, and the Child Mind Institute.
Helpful Resources to Address the Mass Shooting in Uvalde, Texas
from Children's Mental Health Network
Includes resources from SAMHSA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
from the National Association of School Psychologists
Resources for Educators, Families to Discuss Mass Shootings in the Community
from the San Diego County Office of Education
You can also find more Parenting with PACEs resources about trauma and healing in the PACEs Connection Resource Center.
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