This program provides participants with knowledge and skills to proactively meet needs of children and families in the early childhood setting related to grief. 

The program will define death, grief, ambiguous loss, and myths around children and grief. Participants will learn how to recognize behavior patterns in young children related to grief and loss. 

Throughout the program participants will learn to implement strategies to support bereaved youth and families in early childhood settings.

Cost: Free

Contact: Kyleigh Brown, k.brown@missouri.edu, 816-380-8460

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