ChristianWorks

ChristianWorks for Children's helps build healthy homes and families. We offer counseling, adoption & free support groups in grief, divorce & more

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Let's prioritize our mental well-being, break the stigma, and support each other. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. Let's work towards a world where mental health is a priority and everyone has access to the resources they need.

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Did you know that BecomingMom is a ministry of ChristianWorks for Children? ChristianWorks is a nonprofit ministry that is aimed at helping build healthy homes and families. We do this through the various ministries and support groups. To learn more at https://t.co/4LxBZx8cN0

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So you don’t know what to say to your children asking about a mass violence the Uvalde school shooting? No problem. This seminar will help. @wfaa @Christian_Works @CityofFortWorth

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Welcome 2023! Happy New Year!

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Our Dallas office is open today (12/28) and tomorrow (12/29). They both will be closed on Friday, December 30th and Monday, January 2nd.
Please note that all donations intended for the 2022 year must be postmarked or submitted by December 31st, 2022.

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We wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas!! 🎄

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Talking to a grieving friend: Maybe it is an understandable fear of further wounding someone with careless words or maybe it is simple naïveté. Words should convey support & understanding that you respect a person’s unique grief journey.
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As we come to the end of Children's Grief Awareness Month, remember that the silence of listening on repeat is love showing up out loud. Today stop and listen to the grieving kids in your life.
#CGAM2022 #NACG #listenonrepeat

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Join us this Giving Tuesday to make a HUGE difference in the lives of the families we serve. As the giving season kicks off, we wanted to give you 5 practical ways you can give back to ChristianWorks for Children.
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"Remember to ask permission – ask if they want to share. For example, asking 'Is this a good time for you to check in?' as they may not always want to share. Also, watch for non-verbal cues. You may not even need to ask the question…they may already be telling you."

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This good intention is responsible for the difficulty in changing behaviors. If we understood what we were saying was harmful, we would stop. But we know from children and teens that it is hurtful to them when they are not heard.
#CGAM2022 #NACG #listenonrepeat

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"Grief can come upon a person all at once, or creep up little by little over time. It changes shape and intensity and manifests itself through various other emotions, as well."

Read more of Allison's blog: https://t.co/2KFIvvVDZ3

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There can be many barriers that limit our ability to listen to our children during a time that they need someone to actively hear them.

Take a moment to see if you identify any of these in the way you listen.
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#NACG #ChildrensGriefAwarenessMonth22 #CGAM #ListenOnRepeat

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Join us for this FREE event for families that are expecting and/or have a child 36 months and under coming up on December 17th at 10:30am. The day includes free breakfast, free parenting class, free diapers, & multiple giveaways.
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“On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national promise to fulfill our sacred obligations to our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much so that we can live free.” -Dan Lipinski

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"It can be hard to know how to start a conversation when supporting a child who is grieving. These simple prompts may help in initiating the conversation and letting a child know you are there to listen on repeat." -NACG
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#CGAM2022 #NACG #listenonrepeat

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Throughout this month we want to share what grief feels like and means to many of our GriefWorks participants. Today we hear from one of our parent participants about the grief they feel for their loved one.

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Listening to our kiddos during a time of flooding emotions and challenging to understand feelings plays a critical role during the grief process. Here are some things our children need from those stepping in to listen.

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"Listening is a critical skill when supporting a child who is grieving. A commitment to ongoing listening is incredibly powerful – listening on repeat! This November, we are supporting those who want to show up for children who are grieving but do not feel equipped." -NACG

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Sometimes the weight of grief can be big and overwhelming. Remember to take a moment after listening and being present with a child to breathe and reflect.
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#CGAM22 #ChildrensGriefAwarenessMonth #Grief #Children #ChristianWorks #Dallas #FortWorth