By: Carrie Schaeffer, LCSW, Perinatal Bereavement Services Manager Caregiving for a loved one who is ill or frail is a full-time job that can be stressful under the best circumstances. Now, during the COVID19 crisis, caregivers are finding themselves coping with the daily needs of their loved one and dealing with the stress and isolation of a…
Read MoreConversations About Grief (CAG) are a series of educational programs hosted by Full Circle professionals. Children grieve in a variety of ways emotionally, physically, behaviorally, and spiritually and often re-grieve at various milestones throughout their lives. This grief can impact them mentally, socially, and academically. As parents, caretakers, or professionals, it is important for us to…
Read MoreHolidays can often trigger powerful emotions and memories of our lost loved ones, no matter how much time has passed, whether it be a spouse, partner, significant other, family member or friend. Valentine’s Day can be particularly difficult, as it’s a holiday that not only emphasizes romance and love but also connection and togetherness. It’s…
Read MoreBy Rachel Melhorn, LCSW, Registered Play Therapist Conversations About Grief (CAG) are a series of educational programs hosted by Full Circle professionals. This pre-recorded conversation is an informative workshop for anyone working with children who have experienced a death of a loved one. Rachel shares hands-on ideas and activities to support children as they process their feelings…
Read MoreBy Rachel Melhorn, LCSW, Registered Play Therapist Conversations About Grief (CAG) are a series of educational programs hosted by Full Circle professionals. In this pre-recorded conversation, Rachel explores gratitude. This CAG will help you learn about the benefits of gratitude and ways to incorporate a gratitude practice into your life as a coping tool to build resilience.
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