Listowel Resources – Grief & Abuse
25 things to do when Grandpa dies, Mom & Dad get divorced, or the Dog dies -
by Laurie A. Kanyer(children's book) Your child has suffered a loss and your feel helpless. But something can be done to soothe heart and mind and body, whatever has happened.
A Piece of My Heart - Living Through the Grief of Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Infant Death - by M. Fumia
Coping with the loss of a child is the worst thing a parent can imagine. It does not matter if you miscarried, gave birth to a stillborn baby or lost your adult child; all are equally tough to cope with. The author shares her story and chronicles her emotional journey that began with guilt and denial but offers a story of remembrance, reconciliation and joy.
A Place in My Heart by Annette Aubrey
(children's books) My heart feels so sad and empty, and my tummy is churning inside. Things won't every be the same again. I want Grandpa by my side. Andrew's Grandpa has died, and Andrew is feeling very sad and confused. Explore with your child the difficult issue of loss as Andrew talks about his feelings with his mom & dad.
Because Life Goes On...Helping Children and Youth Live with Separation and Divorce
- by Health Canada
A publication intended to reach out to Canadian families in need of information and resources to help their children to live through the process of separation and divorce.
Being There When Mental Illness Strikes Someone Near You By: Katherine Farris
This guide is the single best resource for those people who care for and about someone with a mental illness. In plain language, it describes all those pragmatic & personal issues that can be all too easily overlooked or forgotten in the heat of the moment, be it an emergency room, doctors office or at home.
Canada's Laws on Child Sexual Abuse - by Mary Wells, BA
This handbook outlines the criminal justice process and it principles, explains the law on child sexual abuse and suggests roles child protection workers assume.
Children Grieve, Too: Helping Children Cope With Grief - by Joy & Marvin Johnson
This booklet is designed to be read between an adult and child, to help the child understand how they are feeling after experiencing the death of a loved one.
Christmas Mourning – by Cheryl McQueen
This booklet provides helpful advice for both parents and children who are facing their first Christmas without a loved one.
Empty Arms - Coping with Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Infant Death - by Sherokee Ilse
This book addresses the conflicting emotions after losing a baby, and guides the parents through learning about the cause of death, living with grief and gaining perspective.
Empty Arms – Emotional Support for Those Who have Suffered a Miscarriage, Still Birth or Tubal Pregnancy By: Pam Vredevelt
Every year, thousands of expectant mothers feel the joy & anticipation in their lives turn unexpectedly to confusion & grief with the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth or tubal pregnancy.
How to bury a goldfish and other ceremonies and celebrations for everyday life - by Virginia Lang
Filled with ways to instill mindfulness and grace into the passages of everyday life.
Mom & Dad Break Up By: Joan Singleton Prestine
(Childrens Book) Use this book as a tool to open the lines of communication, encourage discussion and help children learn from sharing their thoughts & feelings.
Mommy Stayed in Bed This Morning – Helping Children Understand Depression By: Mary Wenger Weaver
(Children’s Book) This book pictures a parent’s struggle with depression through the eyes of a child. Lovingly and gently, the story follows preschooler David through a range of emotions & interaction with people who help him fell happy & secure.
No New Baby – For siblings who have a brother or sister die before birth By: Marily Gryte
(children’s book) If you are reading this little book to a child it’s likely because you have needed to say goodbye to a baby you wanted in your family.
Old Timers – The One That Got Away By: Noa Schwartz
(children’s book) A cute book about helping your child understand Alzheimer’s and how it effects the people they love.
Parenting through Crisis - by Barbara Coloroso
This book gives practical answers to difficult questions. The messages are illustrated with anecdotes and humour. With chapters on the special challenges of adoption, single parent homes and stepfamilies, as well as extended discussions on handling the consequences of mischief and mayhem, it provides useful approaches to life’s most daunting situations.
What’s Happening to Grandpa? By: Maria Shriver
(children’s book) This book is a compassionate story that artfully helps parents demystify Alzheimer’s disease.
You Hold Me and I’ll Hold You By: Jo Carson
(children’s Book) A little girl describes events following the death of an aunt. It is written from the child’s point of view, linking previous experiences to the present.