Talking with Children and Teens about Grief
Event Details
View all EventsTalking with Children and Teens about Grief
Children and teens grieve differently from adults, and their responses shift as they grow and age. Play, silence, or acting out can be easily misunderstood, leaving caregivers unsure how to help.
In this seminar, Rebecca Ketelaars will offer age‑appropriate ways to talk with young people about death, loss, and the emotions that follow. With developmental insights and a Christ‑centred approach, she will provide practical tools to help grieving families and those who support them understand what lies beneath children’s behaviours and respond to the questions that arise after a loss. This session is ideal for parents, youth leaders, Sunday school teachers, ministry volunteers, and educators seeking to support grieving children and teens as they navigate life and special milestones without their loved one.
Registration
- Price: $35 per person (Includes HST)
- After you register, you will receive a registration confirmation email with an attached receipt.
- Please note: the Zoom link will be sent to the email address you used to register on the day before the session (November 29, 2026).
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact:
Tyndale Centre for Grief and Loss
Email: grief-loss@tyndale.ca
Phone: (416) 226-6620 (extension 2800)
Rebecca Ketelaars
Facilitator
Rebecca is a graduate student at Tyndale and is completing her MA in Thanatology. She has extensive experience working with teens and young children who have experienced losses and served for several months as an Intern at the Lighthouse for Grieving Children and Families. She is also on the National Board of Directors for Young Life Canada.