Calm Waters Community Grief Training

Course
19 Lessons

To learn the basics regarding language, techniques, and best practices when interacting with anyone who has experienced grief or significant loss events. The training also provides information about Calm Waters services and other resources in the community. This training is the general education course in grief work and language. The training is free if you are in partnership with Calm Waters. Contact Hannah@calmwaters.org if you have any questions or are interested in a partnership.

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Welcome to Calm Waters Community Grief Training

Welcome to Our Community Grief Training.mp4

Check your Learning Pre-Quiz

Grief Theory

Grief Myths

Common Grief Reactions - Comment Thread

We don't "move on" from grief. We move forward with it | Nora McInerny

Grief Talk

In this section, you will learn how to talk to children and teens about Grief.

Grief Talk

Supporting the Grieving Child

After a loved one dies- How children grieve and how parents and other adults can support them.

Providing Help

How do you help a grieving friend?

Active Listening

Empathy vs. Sympathy

How to help a Grieving Friend.pdf

Drowning in Empathy: The Cost of Vicarious Trauma | Amy Cunningham |

Additional Resources

Supporting Children and Teens After a Suicide Death

Supporting Children and Teens after a Murder or Violent Death.pdf

WHAT *SHOULD* YOU SAY WHEN SOMEONE DIES?

Calm Waters Community Grief Training Completion

Check your Learning Post-Quiz