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April 20th, 2020\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out this collection of resources compiled by SFU and the Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue<\/p>\n

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April 16th, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

I have heard from a few families that they are struggling to find appropriate ways to speak to their children about the coronavirus, to honor their feelings and provide some information to address their questions. One good way is through stories. There are many out there but I wanted to share this book written specifically to address the Coronavirus. I think there are many great details in this book that can be starting places for conversations with children. Have a look and let me know if you would like some other suggestions!<\/p>\n

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Coronavirus A book for children<\/a><\/p>\n

April 15th, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

British Columbia is creating a new information hotline solely dedicated to answering\u00a0non-medical questions about COVID-19.<\/p>\n

Service providers at the new phone line will help answer questions about travel recommendations, social distancing, and what kinds of support, resources and assistance are available from the provincial and federal governments.<\/p>\n

The new hotline, which can be reached by calling 1-888-COVID19 or 1-888-268-4319, will be staffed from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day with information available in more than 110 languages.<\/p>\n

April 14th, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out this new mental health and well-being video series by clinical psychologist, Dr. Hayley Watson.\u00a0 She has provided these free video resources for educators and families in BC .<\/p>\n

COVID-19 Well-being Video Series<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

This video series provides families with practical tips and strategies for coping with the current COVID-19 crisis. There are tools for soothing emotional reactions, generating short and long-term well-being, staying focused and hopeful, and keeping kids entertained. These videos were created by Dr. Hayley Watson, a leading clinical psychologist with 15 years\u2019 experience working with children and families, and the founder of\u00a0Open Parachute<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 an online mental health curriculum program that is being used in schools globally.<\/p>\n

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    1. COVID-19 Well-being Tips for Parents<\/li>\n
    2. COVID-19 Well-being Tips for Teens (Ages 13-18)<\/li>\n
    3. COVID-19 Well-being Tips for Tweens (Ages 8-12)<\/li>\n
    4. COVID-19 Well-being Tips for Kids (Ages 4-7)<\/li>\n
    5. COVID-19 Well-being Tips for Educators \u2013 COMING SOON<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      April 13th, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Just like many of us, our kids may be experiencing some anxious feelings about the health crisis we are all experiencing. They may also, like us, have many questions. How to speak to them about this in a supportive way is a challenge. I am including a short video from Lisa Dion, a highly respected therapist. I think she makes a couple helpful points here<\/a>.<\/p>\n