Sibling page
“WHEN A CHILD DIES, SIBLINGS ARE OFTEN REFERRED TO AS THE FORGOTTEN MOURNERS”
BFO-Durham offers group support for Siblings as needed.
Adult (for those aged 19 or older) Sibling Loss support is offered through ZOOM by request to the office.
One-on-One support can be arranged through the Office.
Please call 905-579-4293 for further information or to be added to the mailing list for invites to zoom/in-person meetings.
Jenn Carter, a volunteer and sibling loss facilitator at Bereaved Families of Ontario – Durham Region, has written a children’s book on the experience of losing a sibling. Jenn attended and greatly benefited from the sibling loss support group at BFO Durham when she was a preteen, after the
loss of her older sister Julie.
This book touches on the lived experience of losing a sibling at a young age, and the emotions, events and feelings that come along with this difficult time as a family.
“My Sister, Marie” is available for pick-up at the BFO Durham office for a minimum donation of $20 (can be paid by cash or via e-transfer to bfodurham@bellnet.ca).
www.griefnet.org a high quality web site and a great place to start when looking for general information on grief.
www.dougy.com as different pathways for “I am a kid”.
www.teenhelp.org is a network of peer mentors who respond to emails sent by teens. Some death-related topics with both good and poor advice being given.
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