This article has been brought to you by Slough Borough Council's Danielle Mercer, Development Worker with in the Children's directorate, for the attention of Early Years settings and childminders.
Supporting Bereaved Children in Early Years Settings
Thursday May 13, at 16:30 - 18.00
For most young children, coping with the loss of a loved one will be a challenge that they are not prepared for. For some it may be traumatic, confusing, saddening or unsettling. This webinar will offer early years workers clear and practical guidance on how they can manage the needs of children in their care who have experienced some kind of loss or bereavement. It will look at the different reactions young children may have, and explore a range of ways that you may be able to help them make sense of their feelings and experiences, and help them through what they may be going through. The webinar will also put forward practical ideas and resources that an early years setting might like to use to support them.
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Supporting Children in Early Years Settings Who May Have Experienced Trauma
Thursday June 24 at 16:30 - 18.00
Sadly, a large number of early years workers are likely to come across children who have experienced some kind of trauma during their work. Trauma can be caused by a range of events and experiences. Some children may have encountered neglect, abuse, or violence, and others might be dealing with the fall out from an accident, bereavement or natural disaster.
This webinar will offer early years workers clear and practical guidance on how they can manage the needs of children in their care who have experienced some kind of trauma. It will look at the different reactions young children may have, and explore a range of ways that you might be able to manage their needs, and support them as best you can within your setting.
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