http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW71_ActivitiesForHealingAfterYourBaby'sDeath_2010.pdf

BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Vancouver, BC: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2010. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW71

URL Notes

To view, click on the link above.

Offers suggestions to parents for healing when grieving the loss of an infant.

Dougy Center. Portland, OR: Dougy Center , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 150 AFT 2001

An interactive workbook for kids to learn from other kids grieving a suicide death and to express their own thoughts and feelings about the death. A variety of age/developmental level-appropriate activities include drawing, puzzles, word games, stories, advice from other kids and other helpful idea…

Grollman, Earl A. Boston, MA: Beacon Press , 1995. Rev. ed. of: Explaining death to children. 1967. . (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 200 GRO 1995

This is a comprehensive resource for parents, teachers, counselors, health-care professionals, clergy and others concerned about the children in their lives. Suggests ways of explaining death to children and teens from a number of perspectives eg. philosophical, cultural and religious.

Kelly, Kate M. Burnstown, ON: , 2016. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 770 KEL 2016

What is death? Where do we go when we die? What happens to our bodies? These are some the many questions children may have when a loved one dies. The Big D helps parents talk about death and offers answers to help families through this difficult time. - Cover

Rothman, Juliet., Gish, Louise. (ill.). Amherst, NY: Prometheus Books , 2001. 2nd ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 259 ROT 2001

A young girl whose brother has died describes how she feels and talks about some of the things her family does to help them accept his death.

http://www.bcbh.ca/index.php

British Columbia Bereavement Helpline (BCBH). Vancouver, BC: (Website)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

BC Bereavement Helpline )(BCBH) connects the public to grief support services in BC. Call or email to find bereavement support groups, including agencies and peer-based supports. BCBH also provides information on community events, like BC Bereavement Day.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW693_CaringForYourselfAftertheLossofyourbaby_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2011. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

BCW693

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

This handout has been divided into 3 parts to help you know about: ; 1. The physical changes you may experience after giving birth and how to take care of yourself; ; 2. The feelings you may have and things to do that may help; ; 3. Who and when to call for help once you are home.

Grollman, Earl, Johnson, Joy. Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 300 GRO 2001b

This book explains burial and cremation to children. Begins with the funeral or memorial service, talks about what death is and the different ways people care for their loved ones bodies. Talks about how the funeral director takes care of dead bodies, the burial and cremation. Gentle and honest exp…

Grollman, Earl, Johnson, Joy. Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 300 GRO 2001a

Begins with what the child will see at the funeral home. Talks about the casket, what death is, and what the body will look like. Includes information about cremation and what the cemetery is like. "Later a monument or stone or plaque may be placed at the grave. It will tell the person's name and d…

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW52_EndOfLifeInfo_Pre-School_WhenYourChildMayBeFacingDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW52

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your pre-school aged child when they may be facing death. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW53_EndOfLifeInfo_Pre-School_TalkAboutViewingBabyBody_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW53

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your pre-school aged child in preparation for viewing their deceased sibling. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW55_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_TakingAboutCremation_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW55

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child about cremation. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW56_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_TalkingAboutFuneralsMemorials_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW56

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child about the funeral/memorial for their deceased sibling. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW57_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_TalkAboutViewingBody_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW57

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child in preparation for viewing a body. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW58_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_TalkAboutViewingYourBabysBody_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW58

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child in preparation for viewing their deceased sibling. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW59_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_WhenYourChildMayBeFacingDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW59

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child when they may be dying. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW60_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_TalkingAboutDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW60

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child about the death of someone close to you that helps them understand and also ensures they feel safe and secure. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW61_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_WhenYouMayBeFacingDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW61

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Describes how to talk to your elementary school aged child about when you may be dying. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW62_EndOfLifeInfo_SchoolAge_WhenYourParenMayBeFacingDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW62

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes to elementary school aged children how to talk to their parents when they suspect their parents may be dying. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW63_EndOfLifeInfo_Teen_TalkAboutCremation_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW63

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your teenager about cremation. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW64_EndOfLifeInfo_Teen_TalkAboutViewingBody_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW64

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your teenager in preparation for viewing a body. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW67_EndOfLifeInfo_Teen_TalkingAboutDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW67

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Describes how to talk to your teenager about the death of someone close to you that helps them understand and also ensures they feel safe and secure. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW69_EndOfLifeInfo_WhenYou-Parent-MayBeFacingDeath_Teen_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW69

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Describes how to talk to your teenager about when you may be dying. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW70_EndOfLifeInfo_WhenYourTeenMayBeFacingDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW70

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print pamphlet.

Describes how to talk to your teenager when they may be dying. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW51_EndOfLifeInfo_Toddler_TalkingAboutDeath_2011.pdf

Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and Women's Hospital & Health Centre of BC , 2011. 2nd. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW51

URL Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Describes how to talk to your toddler about the death of someone close to you that helps them understand and also ensures they feel safe and secure. Part of the End-of-Life Information series of pamphlets.

Mills, Joyce C., Chesworth, Michael (Illustrator). Washington, DC: Magination Press , 1993. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 250 MIL 1993

A comforting story which helps children deal with the their own death, death of friends, a family member, or even pets. A loving and tender tale that addresses our feelings of sadness, love, disbelief, and anger.

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/CW23_GriefAfterTheFirstYearNowWhat_2010.pdf

BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre. Vancouver, BC: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2010. (Pamphlet)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Call Number

CW23

URL Notes

To view, click on the link above.

Offers advice and information to parents about grief after one year has passed after the death of a child. Includes information on emotional and physical health.

Fitzgerald, Helen. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , c2000. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH GV 250 FIT 2000

Written for teenagers, this book covers the entire range of situations in which youth may find themselves grieving a death, whether the cause was old age, terminal illness, school violence, or suicide. The author helps youth address the gamut of strong and difficult emotions they will experience an…

Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 250 WOL 2001b

A compassionate resource for friends, parents, relatives, teachers, volunteers, and caregivers, this series offers suggestions to help the grieving cope with the loss of a loved one. Often people do not know what to say?or what not to say?to someone they know who is mourning; this series teaches th…

Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001. (Book) — 2 copies, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 250 WOL 2001

With sensitivity and insight, this series offers suggestions for healing activities that can help survivors learn to express their grief and mourn naturally. Acknowledging that death is a painful, ongoing part of life, they explain how people need to slow down, turn inward, embrace their feelings o…

Wolfelt, Alan D. Fort Collins, CO: Companion Press , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH GV 250 WOL 2001

This book presents ideas to help teens recognize mourning as a natural process of loss, reassures them not be afraid of deep emotions, and shows them how to release grief in healthy, positive ways.

Naparstek, Belleruth (author & narrator). Health Journeys | Playaway , 2016. (Audio, Pre-loaded Media) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

PLAY EF 860 NAP 2016

This imagery helps end-of life patients find acceptance, forgive self and others, say goodbye, prepare for the journey and bring closure to unresolved issues. Made to help loved ones as well. Track 1: Introduction; Track 2: Guided Imagery; Track 3: Affirmations.

http://www.health.gov.bc.ca/library/publications/year/2007/HopeandHealing.pdf

Victoria, BC: BC Ministry of Health, Mental Health and Addiction , 2007. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 155 HOP 2007

This guide has been written with the help of many suicide survivors and the health professionals who work with them to help survivors through this difficult time. The guide focuses on the practical matters that survivors need to deal with after a suicide. Further help and information are listed und…

http://www.comh.ca/publications/resources/pub_hh/HopeandHealing.pdf

Centre for Applied Research in Mental Health and Addiction, Simon Fraser University. Victoria, BC: British Columbia Ministry of Health, Mental Health and Addiction , 2007. (Book, Online)

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

URL Notes

Click on the link to view

This is a guide that focuses on the practical matters that survivors need to deal with after a loved one has died by suicide. CONTENTS: Emotional reactions to a suicide are intense and overwhelming; Knowing what to expect will help you cope; Information about arranging a funeral and dealing with le…

Martin, John D., Ferris, Frank D. Toronto, ON: McClelland & Stewart , 2013. (Book) — 3 copies, 3 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 200 MAR 2013

Including the voices of many who have lost someone close to them, this book looks at how being bereaved affects relationships with family and friends, lifestyle, work habits, and hopes for the future. With humanity and understanding, this guide helps readers navigate through one of life's most diff…

Blackburn, Lynn Bennett., Dietrich, Glenda. (ill). Omaha, NE: Centering Corporation , 2001. 2nd ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR CA 260 BLA 2001

This book deals with childhood guilt in a positive way. It looks at feelings when there is a family fight, a divorce, illness, injury or death. The book gives kids support and understanding during a crisis and helps them understand that thoughts do not make bad things happen.

Dower, Laura. New York, NY: Scholastic, Inc. , 2001. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH GV 200 DOW 2001

Encourages young readers to explore the "long, winding tunnel" of the grieving process and to keep going in the face of terrible loss and sadness.

Mellonie, Bryan, Ingpen, Robert. Toronto: Bantam Books , 1983. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 250 MEL 1983

Life and death are explained in a sensitive, caring way using examples from nature and lovely illustrations.

Kubler-Ross, Elisabeth. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster , 1983. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 255 KUB 1983

This book is based on a decade of working with dying children and was written to help parents and families cope with the terminal illness or sudden death of a child. It speaks directly to the fears, doubts, anger, confusion, and anguish that parents and families are faced with.

Zucker, Bonnie, Fleming, Kim (ill.). Washington, DC: Magination Press , 2016. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 770 ZUK 2016

This book "explains death in developmentally appropriate terms for two- and three-year old children. It reassures the child that it is okay to feel sad, and that love never dies. ; Includes a note to parents and caregivers with more information about how to talk about death, answer your child's qu…

Wickersham, Joan. New York, NY: Mariner Books , 2008. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 155 WIC 2008

Described as "dark, funny, sad, and gripping", this novel is about a daughter searching for answers related to the suicide of her father.

Golden, Thomas R. Gaithersburg, MD: Golden Healing , 2002. 2nd ed. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 200 GOL 2002

Contents: What is grief -- How to gauge your grief -- Chaos and ritual -- Standing in your tension -- The experience of emotions in grief -- Gender Differences -- Healing through action: the masculine gift -- Our own culture -- Cross-culture grief -- The basics.

McBay, Bruce, Heneghan, James. Victoria, BC: Orca Book Publishers , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

YOUTH GV 250 MCB 2003

An automobile accident that killed his parents and sister has left Mike Scott bitter, without legs, and with little will to live. His aunt Norma provides a home, and his best friend, Robbie, is attentive, but Mike remains deeply depressed. A project researching and writing the 50-year history of Ca…

Kuhl, David. Canada: Anchor Canada , 2003. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 100 KUH 2003

An internationally renowned palliative care physician offers guidance on living with a terminal illness. Based on research funded by the Soros Foundation and extensive interviews with dying people. A profound and practical book about living with a terminal illness over a long period of time. It off…

Boritzer, Etan, Forrest, Nancy (Illustrator). Santa Monica, CA: Veronica Lane Books , 2000. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 100 BOR 2000

Introduces children to the concept of death with examples of customs and beliefs from different religions and cultures. Challenges children to reflect on the themes of tolerence, identity, and generosity.

Romain, Trevor, Verdick, Elizabeth (Editor). Minneapolis, MN: Free Spirit Publishing , 1999. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 250 ROM 1999

Describes the many emotions involved in dealing with the death of a loved one and discusses how to work through such a situation.

Brown, Laurie, Brown, Marc. Little, Brown and Co. , 1996. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 100.5 BRO 1996

Using frank and straightforward text, the Browns address children's fears and questions that arise after the death of a loved one.

MacGregor, Cynthia, Clark, David (Illustrator). New York, NY: Citadel Press , 2002. (Book) — 2 copies, 2 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

JUNIOR GV 100 MAC 2002

This book guides parents through the inevitable questions, emotions, and fears associated with death. Written in a friendly, reassuring tone, and with respect for the beliefs of different religions, this book comforts both parents and children. Understanding the thoughts and worries that plague chi…

Rosof, Barbara D. New York, NY: Henry Holt and Company, Inc. , 1994. (Book) — 1 copy, 1 available

Audience

Patient or Public

Agency

BC Children's and Women's

Location

Family Support & Resource Centre

Call Number

GV 255 ROS 1994

This book will help families who have experienced the loss of a child to know what they are facing, understand what they are feeling, and appreciate their own needs and timetables.