Supporting Children in Grief as a Clinician: Teens (13 to 18 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief as a Clinician: Middles/Tweens (9 to 12 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief as a Clinician: Littles (5 to 8 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief at Any Age
We hear a lot from parents, caregivers, teachers, therapists, and other members of the community that they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the links below for tips that can help you gain […]
Supporting Children in Grief as a Clinician: Early Childhood (Birth to 5 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief: Teens (13 to 18 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief: Middles/Tweens (9 to 12 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief: Littles (5 to 8 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Supporting Children in Grief: Early Childhood (Birth to 5 years)
We hear a lot from folks about how they don’t know what to say or do for kids and teens when someone has died. Many folks are also unsure if a child is grieving “right.” Check out the tips below that can help you gain a better understanding of what grief looks like for children […]
Self-Care for Mental Health Professionals, Clergy, and Community Leaders
During challenging times, including times of war, self-care is a necessity for those who support others. Many of us are impacted by the ongoing war currently taking place in Israel in a variety of ways. It is critical that we take care of ourselves so that we can continue to support the community members who […]
Self-Care for Adults During Times of War
During times of war, self-care offers a valuable way to maintain personal well-being amid challenging circumstances. It is a means of finding moments of peace and preserving one's humanity in the midst of uncertainty. Here are some self-care tips that you may find helpful during these unprecedented times: C – Connect with Loved Ones: Reach […]
Talking to Children About Traumatic Events
Discussing traumatic events, such as war, with children is a challenging yet crucial task for parents and caregivers. Offering guidance and support in a gentle, age-appropriate manner is essential in helping children navigate and process these difficult situations. Here are some helpful tips for children of any age: S – Safety and Security: All children, from […]
The HereNow app empowers teens to lead the conversation
HereNow is a teen-led community for mental health and wellness. Created by teens for teens, the HereNow app is a new way for teens to connect with other teens to share their stories and find real answers to their mental health questions and concerns. The HereNow app allows teens to: Ask questions about mental health […]
Responding to Change and Loss
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. Loss comes in many forms and can be difficult to name. People can experience loss when their day-to-day routines and face-to-face interactions change. Loss can also be anything from a missed celebration to the loss of […]
Helping Kids Cope with COVID-19
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. During this time of extreme stress and worry, parents, guardians, and other role models are facing unique challenges in supporting children. How can we put children’s minds at ease? How can we be there for them […]
Social Action & Social Justice in Your PJs
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. Do you know a teen who feels like they want to give back during these stressful and unknown times, but is unsure of how to help? Sometimes, especially in times of uncertainty, it can feel impossible […]
How to Cope with Anxiety and Uncertainty
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. No matter our circumstances, uncertainty is a part of our lives. When society faces upheaval and our sense of security wanes, how do we stop it from controlling us or creating a sense of panic? No […]
Dealing with Disruption: Strategies for Thriving in the New Normal
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. Recent events have left many feeling at a loss. How can you move forward? How do you feel as though you can put your life back together? Feelings of anxiety and fear for yourself, loved ones, […]
Resources for Coping with COVID-19: Community Connection Series
No matter our circumstances, COVID-19 has introduced uncertainty into our lives. To help address these unprecedented challenges from a mental health perspective, The Jewish Board is offering a virtual Community Connections series – free, online sessions where anyone can hear from our staff experts and have an opportunity to ask questions before, during, and after […]
Caring for Your Spirit in a Time of Crisis
These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. Anxiety from crises takes a toll on one’s soul. Whatever stress one is feeling from within or is receiving from others combines into negative feelings that are hard to ignore. Many are now practicing self-quarantine, social […]