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    Family / Children / Other Pets Handout

    When the whole household is grieving

    Household-specific support. Helps families navigate what to say, how kids may respond, and how other pets may be affected. Letter portrait.

    What's covered

    Talking to children, other pets in the home, what to say to family — with age-aware language.

    When to use it

    Send home with families that have children or surviving pets. Counselors and shelter staff also use this.

    Partner use case

    Hand to households with children or surviving pets. Counselors and shelters too.

    The QR code on this resource links to /grief-support/families

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