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The funeral of a loved one is extremely difficult for all involved, but it can be especially traumatic for a child. With more than 100 years of funeral planning experience, Adzima Funeral Home has been helping the families of Stratford, CT, honor their loved ones for over four generations. They understand the toll a death can take on children and adults alike.

Here are their tips to help you discuss death with a child:

  • Don’t Wait To Break The News: Tell the child directly when someone has died. This prevents them from hearing it in an unstructured and unsupportive manner, like from the whispers of relatives. If possible, somebody close to the child should be the bearer of this bad news.
  • Be Honest: Give as honest an explanation of the death as possible. Avoid euphemisms (like saying someone is “asleep”). Do make sure, however, that the information you share is within the child’s limits of understanding.
  • Offer Comfort: Let the child know they might feel sad or strange or want to cry and that these feelings are okay. Make it clear you are there for talking, hugs, and general comfort. You want to create a secure space where the child can express their emotions.

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  • Tell The Child What To Expect: When it comes to the actual funeral services and the procedures involved, tell the child what to expect. Children who want to attend should of course be allowed to do so, but their presence should not be forced.
  • Remain Patient: Remember that no two kids will react identically in these difficult situations. Even amidst your own grief, remain observant as to any changes or strange behavior that may arise in a child following such a traumatic event.

If you are dealing with the death of a loved one, you don’t want to add planning funeral services to the stress you are already experiencing. Rely on Adzima Funeral Home to take care of the planning while you take care of yourself and your loved ones. They provide services to Stratford, Milford, Shelton, Trumbull, Bridgeport, and Orange. Visit their website or call (203) 375-2200 for more information about how they can serve you today.

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