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CHILDREN OF FALLEN WARRIORS

Project of psychological support for children of fallen Ukrainian defenders aged 7 to 15

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CHILDREN OF FALLEN WARRIORS

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Project of psychological support for children of fallen Ukrainian defenders aged 7 to 15

Who is the project for?

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The “Children of Fallen Warriors” project is a four-month program of free psychological support for children who are experiencing loss in the format of weekly online groups with a psychologist. The project is suitable for your child if:

    your child lost a father, mother or other close relative who served in the Ukrainian army;

    more than 2 months have passed since the loss (in the acute period, it is better to seek individual support);

    your child has the opportunity to regularly attend the group for 16 sessions once a week.

Please note! It doesn't matter if your child has emotional or behavioral difficulties after the loss or not. Every child needs support during the difficult period after a loss. Even if your girl or boy does not show any symptoms, the group can be a great support and help the child through the natural grieving process.

CHILDREN OF FALLEN WARRIORS

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Project of psychological support for children of fallen Ukrainian
defenders aged 7 to 15

Who is the project for?

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The “Children of Fallen Warriors” project is a four-month program of free psychological support for children who are experiencing loss in the format of weekly online groups with a psychologist. The project is suitable for your child if:

    your child lost a father, mother or other close relative who served in the Ukrainian army;

    more than 2 months have passed since the loss (in the acute period, it is better to seek individual support);

    your child has the opportunity to regularly attend the group for 16 sessions once a week.

Please note! It doesn't matter if your child has emotional or behavioral difficulties after the loss or not. Every child needs support during the difficult period after a loss. Even if your girl or boy does not show any symptoms, the group can be a great support and help the child through the natural grieving process.

Warning signs that you should pay attention to

If you notice the signs described below, it means that your child needs additional help. Bereavement support groups for children can be a great help in helping your child to overcome these difficulties.

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    Depression that interferes with a child's learning, communication and development

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    Apathy and loss of interest in activities and games that used to interest them

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    Dependence on gadgets that absorb all the child's attention

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    Learning difficulties, problems with concentration and loss of motivation

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    Irritability and explosive or passive aggression

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    Increased anxiety and agitation

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    Withdrawal, limiting contacts and avoiding communication

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    Feeling of isolation, otherness, injustice, because there are children from full families nearby

Warning signs that you should pay attention to

If you notice the signs described below, it means that your child needs additional help. Bereavement support groups for children can be a great help in helping your child to overcome these difficulties.

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    Depression that interferes with a child's learning, communication and development

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    Apathy and loss of interest in activities and games that used to interest them

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    Dependence on gadgets that absorb all the child's attention

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    Learning difficulties, problems with concentration and loss of motivation

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    Irritability and explosive or passive aggression

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    Increased anxiety and agitation

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    Withdrawal, limiting contacts and avoiding communication

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    Feeling of isolation, otherness, injustice, because there are children from full families nearby

Warning signs that you should pay attention to

If you notice the signs described below, it means that your child needs additional help. Bereavement support groups for children can be a great help in helping your child to overcome these difficulties.

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    Depression that interferes with a child's learning, communication and development

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    Apathy and loss of interest in activities and games that used to interest them

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    Dependence on gadgets that absorb all the child's attention

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    Learning difficulties, problems with concentration and loss of motivation

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    Irritability and explosive or passive aggression

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    Increased anxiety and agitation

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    Withdrawal, limiting contacts and avoiding communication

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    Feeling of isolation, otherness, injustice, because there are children from full families nearby

What do support groups do for children who are bereaved?

Participation in a support group will help your child:

    find solace and mutual understanding among people who are going through similar experiences;

    to feel that she is not alone, alongside peers who are also experiencing the loss of a loved one;

    relieve tension and feelings of isolation while communicating in a safe space;

    reduce anxiety and depression through empathy, deep understanding, creativity, and self-regulation exercises;

    Strengthen self-esteem, internal resources, and find hope;

    rebuild internal and external supports that will help you find your way to live a meaningful life.

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What do support groups do for children
who are bereaved?

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Participation in a support group will help your child:

    find solace and mutual understanding among people who are going through similar experiences;

    to feel that she is not alone, alongside peers who are also experiencing the loss of a loved one;

    relieve tension and feelings of isolation while communicating in a safe space;

    reduce anxiety and depression through empathy, deep understanding, creativity, and self-regulation exercises;

    strengthen self-esteem, internal resources, and find hope;

    rebuild internal and external supports that will help you find your way to live a meaningful life.

What do support groups do for children
who are bereaved?

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Participation in a support group will help your child:

    find solace and mutual understanding among people who are going through similar experiences;

    to feel that she is not alone, alongside peers who are also experiencing the loss of a loved one;

    relieve tension and feelings of isolation while communicating in a safe space;

    reduce anxiety and depression through empathy, deep understanding, creativity, and self-regulation exercises;

    strengthen self-esteem, internal resources, and find hope;

    rebuild internal and external supports that will help you find your way to live a meaningful life.

How do the groups work?

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    MEETINGS

    Online meetings with the camera turned on

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    SCHEDULE

    Saturday - morning hours
    Weekdays
    - evening hours
    Frequency
    - once a week

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    NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

    7-8 persons in the group

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    DURATION

    1 hour

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    PROJECT DURATION

    4 months or 16 lessons

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    PRICE

    Free

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How do the groups work?

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  • icon

    MEETINGS

    Online meetings with the camera turned on

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    SCHEDULE

    Saturday - morning hours
    Weekdays -
    evening hours
    Frequency -
    once a week

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    NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

    7-8 persons in the group

  • icon

    DURATION

    1 hour

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    PROJECT DURATION

    4 months or 16 lessons

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    PRICE

    Free

How do the groups work?

Illustration
  • icon

    MEETINGS

    Online meetings with the camera turned on

  • icon

    SCHEDULE

    Saturday - morning hours
    Weekdays -
    evening hours
    Frequency -
    once a week

  • icon

    NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

    7-8 persons in the group

  • icon

    DURATION

    1 hour

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    PROJECT DURATION

    4 months or 16 lessons

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    PRICE

    Free

A community of parents raising grieving children

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As part of the project, we work closely with adults, unite them and guide them:

    meetings for parents during the project;

    assessing the emotional state of children in order to provide adults with recommendations for supporting children;

    disseminating educational information about supporting a child who is bereaved.

Join the COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT FOR PARENTS WHOSE CHILDREN ARE BEREAVED.

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A community of parents raising grieving children

As part of the project, we work closely with adults, unite them and guide them:

    meetings for parents during the project;

    assessing the emotional state of children in order to provide adults with recommendations for supporting children;

    disseminating educational information about supporting a child who is bereaved.

Join the COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT FOR PARENTS WHOSE CHILDREN ARE BEREAVED.

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A community of parents raising
grieving children

As part of the project, we work closely with adults, unite them and guide them:

    meetings for parents during the project;

    assessing the emotional state of children in order to provide adults with recommendations for supporting children;

    disseminating educational information about supporting a child who is bereaved.

Join the COMMUNITY OF SUPPORT FOR PARENTS WHOSE CHILDREN ARE BEREAVED.

Reviews

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Ilona

"For me, the main indicator of the quality of classes with a child is their mood and desire to be present and involved in all processes. Since we attend various classes, I have something to compare with. My daughter always looked forward to the classes, we prepared for them together, and she was in high spirits afterwards, despite the painful subject matter. In my opinion, this work is very valuable, because properly experienced emotions, preserving the memory of her father, and realizing all the love and gratitude will help her to move on with this loss correctly and more easily. Thank you very much for this initiative to everyone involved, to you, Marta, for your gentle guidance and support of the children!"

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Юлія

"At first glance, it seemed like we weren't getting any real results from the sessions... but after analyzing our relationship with our daughter, I want to note that she has become more affectionate and open. The sessions helped her hide the thorns she used to protect herself. Group sessions are also a very cool format - realizing that you are not alone, that everyone feels pain and sadness. I am extremely grateful to you for your care, understanding, and sensitive attitude towards my daughter's emotions. It was valuable for my daughter that she was confident in the confidentiality of the sessions. She prepared for all the sessions with interest and always looked forward to meeting you.

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Anonymously

“My son and I thank you for your work. For the first time, he calmly approached the banner with his father's image in the square and stroked the photo... Before, he used to cry a lot. In any case, you helped him, and me too. Thank you.”

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Olena

“It was a wonderful experience for the child, and time spent with pleasure and benefit. M. speaks only positively about the classes, looked forward to them every week, and enjoyed attending the course. Thank you for not remaining indifferent and supporting children who are going through such grief. Good luck in the further development of the initiative, because it is very important.”

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Anonymously

My son's self-esteem has improved a bit, which makes me very happy. He can talk about his emotions more easily, which also makes me incredibly happy. He didn't always want to go online for meetings, but he was always satisfied after them, even when painful topics came up. I know he hid a little from the camera, but it's good that he didn't disconnect and was present and did the tasks. Since my husband died, this is the first time my son has had such long-term therapy. Thank you for finding an approach that works for our children."

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Iryna

"Mykola was a little more reserved about the classes, but he was also looking forward to them, and they were very important to him. Considering that teenagers need a special approach, I am very grateful that you found it and worked with the children. After the classes, it became easier for me to talk to him about loss, although this topic has never been off limits in our family. You are doing important work for families who find themselves in such a difficult situation. Thank you 🙏."

Who leads the groups?

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Marta Khymko

psychologist, children's group leader

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Charna Nataliia

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Anna Bondareva

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Daryna Venhlinska

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Olga Ostashevska

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Tetiana Koshel

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Alina Zhuravina

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Svitlana Dergun

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Alina Korchazhnova

psychologist,
children's group leader

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Yana Lomova

psychologist, children's group leader, chat support psychologist

How to enroll a child in a group?

To add a child to the group, please fill out the form below.