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Saint Barnabas Hospice to Host Grief Support Programs for Children and Teens
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West Orange, NJ -- Children and teens often face unique challenges when coping with the loss of a loved one. Although grief is a universal emotion, children experience it very differently from adults. In recognition of this important fact, the Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center, an affiliate of the Saint Barnabas Health Care System, has developed two free bereavement programs customized to address the needs of children and teens who are grieving. Each program will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center, located at 95 Old Short Hills Road in West Orange. Registration is required. Please contact Premajyothi Devi at 973-322-4817 or pdevi@barnabashealth.org.
- Sunday, May 1
Bereavement Workshop
Are you grieving the death or a parent, uncle, aunt, grandparent, sibling or friend? Would you like to meet other children and teens experiencing similar feelings? This special workshop will feature age-appropriate activities and discussions facilitated by professional bereavement counselors.
- Sunday, June 5
Memorial Service
After the death of a loved one, the funeral can be a blur. Remembering a deceased loved one can help us reconnect and honor their importance in our lives. A candle-lighting ceremony will be held.
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the nationally-renowned Barnabas Health Hospice and Palliative Care Center. Since its inception in 1981, its staff of trained professionals has provided comprehensive physical, emotional and spiritual care to more than 30,000 patients with advanced illness and their families. The program, which serves infants, children, adults and the elderly, honors the unique choices and values of patients and their families while offering full access to the broad array of services provided by the Saint Barnabas Health Care System. For more information, please visit www.barnabashealthhospice.org.
Date: April 18, 2011
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