Grief is the acute pain that accompanies loss. Because it is a reflection of what we love, it can feel all-encompassing. Grief is not limited to the loss of people, but when it follows the loss of a loved one, it may be compounded by feelings of guilt and confusion, especially if the relationship was a difficult one.

A FANTASTIC resource on youtube for all people. Child Bereavement UK helps families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. We support children and young people (up to the age of 25) when someone important to them has died or is not expected to live, and parents and the wider family when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying. We provide training to professionals in health and social care, education, emergency services, and the voluntary and corporate sectors, equipping them to provide the best possible care to bereaved families.

In the wake of any bereavement, kids need honesty, comfort and someone to listen to their thoughts and ease their fears.

A wonderful list of things to consider when interacting with youth who are dealing with grief

Being a grieving child can be a lonely experience. Often a child feels they are the only one who has experienced a significant loss. At a time in their life when it feels important to fit in, grief can make them feel lost and isolated. Good Grief Camp allows a grieving child to be with other children who share these feelings. It can be a relief to them to know that they are not alone.

Camp Erin is the largest national bereavement program for youth and families grieving the death of a significant person in their lives.

Camp Erin®-King County is a free, weekend, overnight camp for youth who are grieving the death of a significant person in their lives. Children and teens ages 6 to 17 (or 18 if still in school) attend a weekend camp experience that combines grief education and emotional support with fun, traditional camp activities. Led by bereavement professionals and caring volunteers, campers are provided a safe environment to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills, and make friends with peers who are also grieving.

A short animated film to help children, young people, and adults understand grief and how to manage it.

Grief is a universal experience, but we don’t talk about it universally. At The Healing Center, we create space for people experiencing loss to share memories, learnings, challenges, and even laughter. Our grief support options span all ages and stages in your grief process. Healing is not linear; our programs are designed to support you as you evolve after loss.

Tamarack Grief Resource Center strengthens and honors individuals, families, and communities throughout their journey with grief. With offices in Missoula, Kalispell, and Browning, we help individuals and communities navigate grief and loss through counseling, grief camps and retreats, school-based programs, support groups, community workshops, and professional education.

(Surviving Our Loss After Suicide ) is a support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month from 7:00–8:30pm at the Northwest Montana United Way conference room. Contact Abe Malley at (910) 627-9386. Email contact is solasmontana@gmail.com

A free monthly grief support group for individuals and/or couples who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal loss. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month, from 6:00-7:30pm at North Valley Hospital’s Professional Office Building. 711 13th Street East, Whitefish (across the street from Walgreens). Call Katrina at (406) 261-0724 for more information.

Life After Loss

This is a grief resource list from Darlington Cremation. Darlington Cremation and Burial Service is Flathead Valley's most trusted and affordable, family and veteran-owned, full-service funeral home, crematory, and tribute center. These are not just words but our honored values. We are humbled by the trust you have placed in us during your family’s most difficult time: the loss of a loved one. Call or stop in to experience the Darlington Difference personally.