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How to Talk to Kids About Death, Grief, and Hope

When 1 in 15 kids lose a parent or sibling by age 18, knowing how to support grieving children becomes essential. In this powerful episode, grief expert Cliff McEvoy from the Collective for Hope shares practical strategies for talking to kids about death, including why using proper words like "dead" matters and the healing power of saying our loved ones' names. Learn about support resources available for families, discover why grief has no linear stages, and hear touching personal stories that illustrate how families can transform grief into connection. Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, this conversation provides compassionate, expert guidance for supporting children through loss while honoring both grief and hope.