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Play-Based Bereavement Centers for Children and Families

Play-Based Bereavement Centers for Children and Families
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Author(s): Renee Turner (University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, USA)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 22
Source title: Research Anthology on Rehabilitation Practices and Therapy
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-3432-8.ch074

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Abstract

This chapter outlines the structure and therapeutic foundation for a play-based bereavement center geared toward children and families experiencing grief. Organizational structure and duties are discussed along with information regarding developing a playful facility including art/expressive writing, music, drama, symbolic play, and emotional regulation and release therapeutic opportunities. The author focuses on the supervision and training of community volunteers and counselors-in-training to increase positive outcomes and drive sustainability.

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