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Five Simple Ways to Help a Grieving Child
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Be there for the child. Listen when they need to talk, and hug them when they need comfort.
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Share fond memories about the loved one with the child, and encourage them to share their own memories.
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Encourage the child to draw a picture or write a letter to their loved one. These items could be placed in the casket or displayed during the cremation.
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Frame a picture of the loved one for the child or give the child another memento to remember their loved one by. (i.e. coins that were in their pocket, a favorite pin, etc.)
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Involve the child in the funeral. Let them read a poem or letter they have written, sing or play a song during the service, or even just attend the funeral with family and friends.

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