Bereavement – Sibling Cancer
This is a monthly support group that focuses on sibling bereavement for children. A facilitator uses a variety of activities and crafts to encourage the children to explore and share their feelings related to the loss of their siblings. This group is offered at the same time as the Circle of Healing meeting for parents. It is particularly important because a sibling’s bereavement journey evolves with each developmental stage; grief issues are revisited with changing life events. Sharing their common experience with other siblings in a small supportive group can be an important part of coping with family issues, reducing isolation and improving communication.
