Curated Covid-19 Resources

Resources for Families and Community

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Because this Global Health and Financial Crisis impacts us all in a multitude of ways, we have listed our resources according to the most common concerns workers might have at this time. We will be updating this list and the resources under each heading regularly.

Unstuck: A teen guide to living in uncertain times (Trauma Healing Institute) Activity workbook to help teens process and cope during times of uncertainty.

From Isolation to Invitation for Families (Jenny Walley & Mairi Nasr).  Invitation to evaluate and try on some new rhythms as family during isolation.

How to talk to kids about Corona virus PBS article geared for parents of early elementary and younger that incudes debunking fears and empowering responses.

6 ways parents can support their kids through the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak  (UNICEF) Six points from calming anxiety to establishing new routines.

‘Let your kids get bored’ (The Guardian) Emergency advice from teachers on schooling at home.

At home together learning resources at home. Designed to empower parents to lead “Crisis Schooling”. written by school teacher/ home educator.

How to Help a Grieving Child (Dr. Mimi Lawson)  Suggestions to help children with reactions to losses.

Children’s Books about Death, Loss, and Grieving (Chr1stian Reformed Church) Book List on the topic of Grieving with Children.

Helping Children in the Midst of Crisis (Mobile Member Care Toolbox) (On how to support children who have experienced trauma).

Peace, Be Still: A Kid’s Guide to Living in Crazy Days (Trauma Healing Institute) Discussion tool with activities for families.

The Art of Hoping - 13 ways you (and your children) can use art to have fun, express emotion and receive from Jesus.

Video Thrust into Home Education (Karin Middleton) Karin shares her experience and insights about unexpectedly having to educate children at home.

At Home with God (Grafted Life) Video, tools and helpful questions to provide a safe environment at home, where emotions can be recognized and named.

Video Families Together 24-7 (Andrew Pickford, Karin Middleton, SentWell) Life in lockdown with children at home full time including topics of activities, spiritual rhythms, alone time, struggles and gifts of this unprecedented season.

Video Covid 19 as Crucible   (Bridgetown Church) John Mark Comer sets up several clips of singles, couples and families giving practical real life tips on how they are navigating lock down.