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Healing the adult child's grieving heart : 100 practical ideas after your parents dies

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog13888
Wolfelt, Alan. Fort Collins, CO.: Companion Press , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W853h 2002
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Tips include writing down memories, completing a task or goal left unfinished by the deceased parent, or honouring the parent's birthday. In addition common challenges, such as helping the surviving parent, resolving sibling conflicts, and legal and financial issues, are addressed.
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Author
Wolfelt, Alan
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO.
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2002
Series
100 idea series
Subjects
Grief
Parent-Child Relations
Death
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
Tips include writing down memories, completing a task or goal left unfinished by the deceased parent, or honouring the parent's birthday. In addition common challenges, such as helping the surviving parent, resolving sibling conflicts, and legal and financial issues, are addressed.
ISBN
9781879651319
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W853h 2002

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Parent's guide to raising grieving children : rebuilding your family after the death of a loved one

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19485
Silverman, Phyllis R, Kelly, Madelyn. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 S587 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
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Author
Silverman, Phyllis R
Kelly, Madelyn
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xi, 256 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Attitude to Death
Grief
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Death
Child
Adolescent
Family - psychology
Parenting
Life Change Events
Popular Work
ISBN
9780195328844
0195328841
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 G7 S587 2009

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Companioning the grieving child : a soulful guide for caregivers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20597
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2012.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
BF575 W856c 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
152 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Child
Adolescent
Bereavement
Caregivers
Social Support
Parent-Child Relations
ISBN
9781617221583
1617221589
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 W856c 2012

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Living dying : a guide for adults supporting grieving children and teenagers

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114411
Russell, Ceilidh Eaton. [Toronto, ON]: Max and Beatrice Wolfe Centre for Children's Grief and Palliative Care , [2006].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 R961 2006
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
  1 read online  
Author
Russell, Ceilidh Eaton
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Max and Beatrice Wolfe Centre for Children's Grief and Palliative Care
Publication Date
[2006]
Physical Description
61 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Bereavement
Child
Adolescent
Parent-Child Relations
Creativity
Popular Work
Handbooks
Notes
"Based on real clinical experience with families facing palliation, dying, death and grief, Living Dying explores common fears and struggles in a question-and-answer format. It provides clear, concrete suggestions to help you talk about illness and death with young people, include them in the care of the dying and maintain a meaningful connection after a loved one has died.This is a practical handbook for parents and professionals supporting young people who have or will experience the dying and death of a loved one."
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 R961 2006
Website Notes
Copies may be ordered through Dr. Jay Children's Grief Centre.
Read Online
https://drjaychildrensgriefcentre.ca/resources/

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When your parent has cancer : a guide for teens

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15728
National Cancer Institute (U.S.). Baltimore, MD: National Cancer Institute , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 W567 2005
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Read this booklet to hear how teens coped when they found out their mother or father had cancer. It provides information about cancer treatments, ways teens can talk to family and friends, how to connect with other teens and where to find other resources for information and support.
More Information
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
National Cancer Institute (U.S.)
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD
Publisher
National Cancer Institute
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
75 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Series
NIH Publication # 05-5734
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Adolescent
Popular Work
Abstract
Read this booklet to hear how teens coped when they found out their mother or father had cancer. It provides information about cancer treatments, ways teens can talk to family and friends, how to connect with other teens and where to find other resources for information and support.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Internet
Call Number
QZ201 W567 2005
Website Notes
URL links to latest edition.
Read Online
https://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/when-your-parent-has-cancer

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Child's view of grief : a guide for parents, teachers, and counselors

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14697
Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , c2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W856 2004
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D
Place of Publication
Fort Collins, CO
Publisher
Companion Press
Publication Date
c2004
Physical Description
54 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief - popular works
Attitude to Death - popular works
Parent-Child Relations
Child
Adolescent
ISBN
1879651432
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 W856 2004

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Why did you die? : activities to help children cope with grief and loss

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18209
Leeuwenburgh, Erika, Goldring, Ellen. Oakland, CA: Instant Help Books , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 L487 2008
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Alternate Title
Instant help book for parents and kids
Author
Leeuwenburgh, Erika
Goldring, Ellen
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
Instant Help Books
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
xiv, 114 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Grief
Loss - psychology
Death
Bereavement
Child
Adolescent
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572246072
1572246049
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 G7 L487 2008

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Helping children grieve

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19484
Ford, Khris, D'Arcy, Paula, Spatzeck-Olsen, Charity, Spatzeck-Olsen, Hans. Brewster, MA: Paraclete Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 H484f 2009
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Booklet title "A Support guide for helping children grieve"
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Author
Ford, Khris
D'Arcy, Paula
Spatzeck-Olsen, Charity
Spatzeck-Olsen, Hans
Place of Publication
Brewster, MA
Publisher
Paraclete Press
Publication Date
2009.
Physical Description
colour ; 55 minutes + booklet
Subjects
Grief
Child
Death
Adolescent
Bereavement
Adaptation, Psychological
Parent-Child Relations
Social Support
Popular Work
Abstract
Booklet title "A Support guide for helping children grieve"
ISBN
9781557256492
1557256497
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 H484f 2009

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Child's view of grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17762
Wolfelt, Alan D. Dignity Memorial , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 W854c 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Wolfelt, Alan D
Corporate Author
Dignity Memorial
Publisher
Dignity Memorial
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
20 minutes
Series
Picking up the pieces
Subjects
Grief
Infant
Child
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 W854c 2003

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My parent has cancer and it really sucks : real-life advice from real-life teens

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21110
Silver, Maya, Silver, Marc. Naperville, ILL: Sourcebooks Fire , 2013.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S587 2013
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
More Information
Author
Silver, Maya
Silver, Marc
Place of Publication
Naperville, ILL
Publisher
Sourcebooks Fire
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
x, 261 p. ; 21 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Parent-Child Relations
Family Relations
Emotions
Adaptation, Psychological
Adolescent
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
9781402273070
140227307X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 S587 2013

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Something very sad happened : a toddler's guide to understanding death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120843
Zucker, Bonnie. Washington, DC: Magination Press | American Psychological Association , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 Z94 2016
Availability
5 copies, 4 available
This book is intended to be read to children, ages 2-3, to help them understand death and process the loss of a loved one.
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Author
Zucker, Bonnie
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
Magination Press
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
32 unnumbered pages : ill. ; 27 cm.
Subjects
Death
Grief
Loss
Emotions
Adaptation, Psychological
Parent-Child Relations
Child, Preschool
Children
Juvenile Literature
Popular Work
Abstract
This book is intended to be read to children, ages 2-3, to help them understand death and process the loss of a loved one.
ISBN
9781433822667
1433822660
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 Z94 2016

Copies

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When someone very special dies : children can learn to cope with grief

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog416
Heegaard, Marge Eaton. Minneapolis, MN.: Woodland Press , 1988.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 H458 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A practical format for allowing children to understand the concept of death and develop coping skills for life.
More Information
Author
Heegaard, Marge Eaton
Place of Publication
Minneapolis, MN.
Publisher
Woodland Press
Publication Date
1988
Subjects
Death
Grief
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
Abstract
A practical format for allowing children to understand the concept of death and develop coping skills for life.
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 C5 H458 1988

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How I coped when mommy died

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15432
Blake, Brett Hardy, Hope, Lori. [Boston, MA]: Fanlight Productions , 1999.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 B636 1999
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Blake, Brett Hardy
Hope, Lori
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Fanlight Productions
Publication Date
1999
Physical Description
26 minutes ; booklet
Subjects
Loss - psychology
Death - psychology
Grief
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Adolescent
Child
Personal Narratives
Popular Work
ISBN
1572958308
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Booklet
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 B636 1999

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Grief in children : a handbook for adults

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18101
Dyregov, Atle. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2008. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 D998 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Dyregov, Atle
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
207 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Infant
Child
Attitude to Death
Parent-Child Relations
Professional-Patient Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781843106128
1843106124
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 D998 2008

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Grief in young children : a handbook for adults

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18106
Dyregov, Atle. Philadelphia, PA: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 D998g 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Dyregov, Atle
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
95 p. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Grief
Infant
Child, Preschool
Death
Parent-Child Relations
Professional-Patient Relations
Popular Work
ISBN
9781843106500
1843106507
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 D998g 2008

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When your child is sick : a guide to navigating the practical and emotional challenges of caring for a child who is very ill

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120963
Breyer, Joanna. New York, NY: Tarcher Perigee , 2018.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 B848 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"To many parents, it is hard to imagine a more upsetting reality than one where their child is hospitalized, severely sick, or terminally ill. In When Your Child is Sick, psychosocial counselor Joanna Breyer distills decades of experience working with sick children and their families into a compreh…
More Information
Author
Breyer, Joanna
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Tarcher Perigee
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
xi, 436 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms
Neoplasms - psychology
Child
Infant
Adolescent
Parent-Child Relations
Caregivers
Adaptation, Psychological
Abstract
"To many parents, it is hard to imagine a more upsetting reality than one where their child is hospitalized, severely sick, or terminally ill. In When Your Child is Sick, psychosocial counselor Joanna Breyer distills decades of experience working with sick children and their families into a comprehensive guide for navigating the uncharted and frightening terrain. She provides expert advice to guide them through the hospital setting, at-home care, and long-term outcomes." - Cover
ISBN
9780147517586
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ201 B848 2018
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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When dinosaurs die : a guide to understanding death

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15469
Brown, Laurie Krasny, Brown, Marc. New York, NY: Little, Brown and Company , 1996.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 C5 B878w 1996
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
More Information
Author
Brown, Laurie Krasny
Brown, Marc
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Publication Date
1996
Subjects
Death
Bereavement
Parent-Child Relations
Juvenile Literature
ISBN
9780316119559
0316119555
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
BF575 C5 B878w 1996

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Dragon in your heart

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9405
LeBlanc, Sophie. Beauport, Quebec: MNH Inc. , 1997.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L445 1997
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
More Information
Author
LeBlanc, Sophie
Place of Publication
Beauport, Quebec
Publisher
MNH Inc.
Publication Date
1997
Physical Description
37 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Juvenile Literature
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022 -PFC
ISBN
2921912139
9782921912136
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 C5 L445 1997

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What children need when they grieve : the four essentials : routine, love, honesty, and security

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14715
Rathkey, Julia Wilcox. New York, NY: Three Rivers Press , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
BF575 G7 R234 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More Information
Author
Rathkey, Julia Wilcox
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
208 p. ; 21 cm
Subjects
Grief - in infancy & childhood - popular works
Bereavement - in adolescence - popular works
Loss - in infancy & childhood - popular works
Parent-Child Relations
ISBN
1400051169 (pbk.)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
BF575 G7 R234 2004

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When a parent has cancer : a guide to caring for your children

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15669
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel. New York, NY: Perennial Curents , 2004. rev. ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ201 H296 2004
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
Discusses meeting children?s physical and emotional needs, improving communication, and handling crises. A small book, called Becky and the Worry Cup is in a pocket at the back of the book. It is for early elementary school children whose worries include embarrassment at appearance changes; anger w…
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Author
Harpham, Wendy Schlessel
Edition
rev. ed.
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Perennial Curents
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
xxxvii, 198 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Parent-Child Relations
Neoplasms - psychology
Family Relations
Adolescent
Social Support
Popular Work
Abstract
Discusses meeting children?s physical and emotional needs, improving communication, and handling crises. A small book, called Becky and the Worry Cup is in a pocket at the back of the book. It is for early elementary school children whose worries include embarrassment at appearance changes; anger when parents cannot attend school functions or go out to play; worry about death; and how to cope with all the changes in the family.
Notes
Accompanying booklet : Becky and the worry cup QZ201 H296b 1997.
ISBN
9780060740818
0060740817
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ201 H296 2004

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