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25.01.2022 These times are tough. Let's stick together #nochildshouldgrievealone #griefsupport

24.01.2022 TW: Child loss . .... The latest episode of The Good Enough Mother podcast is on grief and mothering, and the complex challenges that arise when not only grieving the death of your child, but in also supporting your children who are grieving the death of their sibling. I speak with Emma Poore, mother to 3 children, writer, illustrator, and author of ‘Where are you Lydie?’ a picture book for young siblings and families managing the loss of a baby or young child. Emma has written and illustrated this book honouring her daughter Lydie and her family’s bereavement journey through the eyes of their young sons, George and Henry. We talk about Emma’s journey into motherhood, the nature of grief, and the importance of language. Listen through searching on your podcast app or through the link below.

23.01.2022 As ash falls over much of metropolitan Perth today our thoughts are with those who have lost their homes and had their communities damaged. Bushfires have the power to affect many people, even those not in the vicinity of the fire. Some will experience it painfully and directly through personal loss or through someone they know. Others may feel anxious or worried for strangers, wildlife and the environment. During and after a disaster grief and trauma can both occur. ...These responses are healthy and normal. They are your body's way of trying to process what has occured. You may experience feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unsettled, fear or panic. You may also experience physical symptoms such as nausea, lethargy or headache. These are all normal, healthy responses by your body. Your body is programmed to identify possible threat in your world and activate a level of anxiety within that motivates you to action away from the threat. The coming days will be a stressful and distressing time for many. We encourage you to listen to your body, feel your feelings and be kind to yourselves and eachother. Big feelings can be overwhelming, please do not harm yourselves or others during this stressful time. We’re thinking of our neighbours Perth wide during these stressful days of fire and lockdown. The whole community stands with you. If you’re looking for someone to talk with please call Lifeline 13 1144 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800.

23.01.2022 Today is R U OK? day, its our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with lifes ups and downs. Strong and positive mental health and wellbeing are a huge part of what we aim to achieve through our services. To children, adults, and their families as they experience what can be the worst time of their life. The death of a loved one. Of course, during this time it may feel impos...sible to be OK. That in itself is OK! Its just important to know where to ask for help and support and dont be afraid to tell your truth when someone asks if youre OK. Are you OK? If you are struggling with your mental health and need some support PLEASE reach out to us, your friends, family, and any other organizations that provide mental health support. You are not alone and more than ever, we need to support each other.

23.01.2022 For the month of March we support SUDC Foundation awareness month working towards a world where families like Archers won’t have to wonder forever how and why their child/brother died in his sleep one night. Answers for Archer SUDC Association thinking of you Chloe, Dean, Ava, Oscar and Finley.

23.01.2022 You cant fix grief. Its not something you can get over, or under... You have to feel it and go through it. Just like the book Were Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen

22.01.2022 Truths about grief

22.01.2022 While it has been a challenge to run camps in 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19, we have used this opportunity to pilot new online programs that we hope to be able to continue to develop in the coming year. One of the new online initiatives we have piloted this year is Lionheart TV - a project that sees Lionheart children using their ideas, creativity and skills in the creation of film media, music and visual art. Here's a Christmas message from our Lionheart family to you...rs thanks to our Lionheart TV crew! https://youtu.be/lWHBOutTCdM Help us continue to develop programs like these in 2021 by making a tax-deductible donation: https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/ #christmaswishes #lionhearttv

21.01.2022 Christmas is known as a time for giving and as the gifts gather under your Christmas tree, will you consider giving what you can to Lionheart? By donating to Lionheart this Christmas, you will be gifting us the support we need to continue to provide our bereavement camps and online programs for grieving children and their families. https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/... #donate #nochildshouldgrievealone

21.01.2022 The T-Shirt Signing at the conclusion of our camps is particularly special and important. As the children are given blank Lionheart t-shirts which end up covered in beautiful messages and names of the other children and volunteers they meet through the first part of their Lionheart journey. The t-shirt is a reminder to the children that they are not alone, to remember what they learned at our camps, and gives them something they can keep for themselves moving forward. Photography - Soul Gazing Photography

21.01.2022 With 2 sleeps until camp, this is the time families tell us the nerves start to show. Who thought it was a good idea to gather with a group of strangers to discuss the most difficult time in our lives? This is normal and please let us assure you that everyone has these thoughts to some extent. We promise to offer you a warm welcome into a safe, professional and fun space. ... Just as with grief (where nobody can take away your pain, you have to go through it) we can't take away your apprehension but know that we are aware of it and we have many strategies to help alleviate this upon your arrival - one being a coffee van for real coffee for the adults #lionheartcampforkids #nochildshouldgrievealone #2moresleeps #warmwelcome

20.01.2022 We are delighted to announce our CEO and Founder, Shelly Skinner has been awarded the 2020 John Curtin Medal. Curtin University Vice-Chancellor Prof. John Cordery congratulated Shelly on being named the 2020 John Curtin Medallist for her inspiration and tireless work in establishing Lionheart Camp for Kids. If you would like to support the work of Lionheart please consider making a donation. https://news.curtin.edu.au//inspiring-perth-social-worker/

20.01.2022 Are you wondering who will be at camp this weekend? These are some familiar faces you’ll be excited to see. #wehavethebestteam #nochildgrievesalone #lionheart

20.01.2022 Thinking of our Perth Lionheart families who may be having an especially difficult week trying to manage Covid lockdown, delay in the school term and a local bushfire. While the ideal way to cope with different life events is to address each separately, this is not always possible in real life. It is likely this week is one of those times it is not possible. When someone encounters one grief event after another, unaddressed grief can compound into what’s known as cumulative... grief or cumulative losses. It’s overwhelming, challenging, and can feel as though life is crumbling to pieces in every direction. During this time of uncertainty we recommend keeping life as simple as possible...try not to overthink or over analyse, don't make big life decisions and be kind to yourself and others. Use your social networks for support and if you are feeling overwhelmed seek support from your local GP or by calling Lifeline 13 11 14 or Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800. Keep watching our social media this week for activities you can do with your children at home to open discussion about their worries and to help you all process the challenges of the week. #staysafe #lionheartcampforkids #griefsupport Lifeline WA Kids Helpline Official

20.01.2022 "We either make ourselves miserable or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same." - Carlos Castenada #facebook #insights #fridays #love #mensmentalhealthweek #allwelcome

20.01.2022 A calming breath meditation designed to introduce kids to mindfulness. Kids imagine a sailboat rising and falling over waves as they inhale and exhale. Mindfulness and controlled breathing are very important and useful to self-regulate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvF9AEe-ozc

19.01.2022 Support Lionheart Camp for Kids to raise extra fundraising dollars this festive season! For a limited time, when you buy an Entertainment Book membership, you will be helping us raise an extra $10-$20 on top of the 20% we already receive. These funds are vital to helping us support the grieving children and families of WA. For more information and to buy your own Entertainment Book, follow the link below. ... https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/9553k86

19.01.2022 We met in the sixth grade. She was such a positive personthe opposite of me. When youve gone your whole life without hearing good job or Im proud of you,... it sort of leaves an empty space in your mind. And you fill in the blanks with your own guesses about what people think of you. For me it was always something negative. But Makenzie was the opposite. I called her my bush baby because she had these bright eyes and would always be smiling. And I still see her that way. Shes a little more drained now that we have kids, but shes always been a constant source of positivity. Even as my depression got worse and worse. People say: Its so selfish what you did. You have this great family. Why wouldnt you want to be a part of it? But thats the thing. I never felt like I deserved to be a part of it. And it got to the point where I thought everyones life would be better if I removed myself from the equation. Makenzie freaked out when I came home from the hospital. There was a lot of crying and hugging. A few months later, when the dust had settled, we were sitting at the kitchen table. And I asked her: Were you upset with me that day? She looked at me with tears in her eyes. And she said: I need you. She told me that without me she wouldnt have her best friend. And that going to bed at night would be harder. Something about that moment made it easy to believe her. It wasnt some planned speech. She just said it. And thats my goal in therapy right now. To believe what people say about me. Its really hard for me to say good things about myselfso thats the best I can do right now. If you ask my kids, theyll tell you they have a great Daddy. Theyll say hes really nice. I know their problems can seem immeasurable to them. So if theyre cryingeven if it seems like theres no reason-- Ill sit with them as long as they need. Am I a good husband? That one is harder to answer. Im afraid that I take more than I give. And I never want Makenzie to feel like Im her fourth kid. I want to be a team. But Ive gotten to the point where I can trust her to tell me. And she says I mean a lot to this family. She says were a team. So that means were a team. See more

19.01.2022 When someone dies, the primary loss is the presence of that person...

18.01.2022 Lets give extra support to our boys and men this week, they need it as much as anyone

18.01.2022 Thank you to Taryn and Adrian Barrett at William Barrett and Sons for inviting our CEO and John Curtin Medallist for 2020, Shelly Skinner to speak about Children and Grief with the South West community last night. With special thanks to Laurissa Knowles Ceremonies & Counselling and Adrian Barrett for your expertise in the Q&A panel. Also, a big thanks to Gavin and Bronley at Brookwood Estate Winery for donating their delicious wines for supper. ... #communityeducation #nochildgrievesalone #asacommunitywecan #lionheartcampforkids #communicatewithconfidence

18.01.2022 Adding simple materials for nature walk

18.01.2022 While you may be missing someone special, especially at this time of year, we hope you find the joy of Christmas. All the team at Lionheart wish you a safe & happy holiday season. #christmaswishes #lionheart

17.01.2022 Thankyou Curtin University for recognising and acknowledging our inspirational CEO & Founder, Shelly Skinner. In this video, Shelly shares the story of what motivates her to do the wonderful work she does and how Lionheart came to be. Congrats Shelly on this well deserved award. We are so lucky to have you leading the way! ... #griefsupport #lionheartcampforkids #thankyou

17.01.2022 Grief has two main parts. In these parts you'll feel an overwhelming amount of different emotions. Let yourself feel and grow through them. It's all part of the process. Photography by MC Events Co. Photography

16.01.2022 With 4 sleeps until our first camp for 2021 we want to thank Lotterywest for their ongoing generous support of Lionheart. We truly could not have supported as many grieving WA families without their partnership. #lionheartcampforkids #nochildshouldgrievealone #lotterywest #thankyou #yoursupportmeanseverything

15.01.2022 The transformations of the incredibly brave children who attend our camps after a sibling, parent, or other significant loved one has died. The reason why we do what we do, why our volunteers are so valued, and why your donations are so important. If you would like to make a donation to support the grieving children of WA please follow the link below. ... Photography by Soul Gazing Photography https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/

14.01.2022 Lionheart is here to help children to identify grief as a chapter in their story but not the title of their book. We rely on volunteers, facilitators and donors to continue to deliver our childrens bereavement programs so please think of us as the end of the financial year approaches. Help us to help your community by making a tax-deductible donation before 30th June - https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/... #lionheartcampforkids #yoursupportmeanseverything

13.01.2022 Only 5 sleeps to go now. We are super excited to meet all our new families this weekend. All families tell us they are excited at this point...and a little apprehensive. That's ok! Remember to bring a photo of your loved one along on the first day.... #lionheartcampforkids #6sleeps #nochildshouldgrievealone #memories

13.01.2022 SPECIAL THANKS to The Art Garage 191 Thank you to The Art Garage and GiftTag for your continuous and ongoing support for the children, families, volunteers, and Lionheart Camp for Kids community. We love and appreciate everything you do for us! Image by MC Events Co. Photography

13.01.2022 How do you keep busy?

12.01.2022 United Hands - because no child should grieve alone. Photo from 2020 January Camp

12.01.2022 One day at a time

11.01.2022 Brave is whatever feels brave for you

11.01.2022 If there is one thing that is true in grief, it is that holidays become bittersweet reminders. Fathers Day is a day celebrating a relationship that many of us ...are mourning. Thinking of all those grieving this Fathers Day . . . for you, or to tag someone who might like to know youre thinking of them. #fathersdayblues #fathersdaygrief #deaddadsclub #missyoudad #missyoudaddy #missyouson #missyoudaughter #angeldad #compassionatefriends See more

09.01.2022 A message of support to our Perth Community from our CEO & Founder, Shelly Skinner. "Stay safe, be kind and gentle to yourselves and others; and let us know if we can help". #staysafe #lionheartcampforkids #wearehereforyou

09.01.2022 Join our CEO, Shelly Skinner, in Busselton on Tuesday 23rd March for some helpful insights into how we can support children impacted by the loss of a loved one. Suitable for everyone - parents, teachers, medical personnel and carers of all kinds. This is a free event with wine and nibbles included thanks to hosts William Barrett and Sons. ... We look forward to seeing you in the South West! #nochildshouldgrievealone #lionheart #grief #support

09.01.2022 World Suicide Prevention/Awareness Day #suicideprevention #suicideawarenessmonth #suicideawarness #suicidepreventionmonth #suicidesucks #stopsuicide #damnitdenny

08.01.2022 The death of a child may be the worst trauma a human being can experience. https://www.fatherly.com//how-parents-experience-the-deat/

07.01.2022 Only one more sleep! Hands up if you're excited about camp tomorrow? Our team are all ready to welcome our new families and we look forward to an amazing two days with everyone. Can families who have attended Lionheart camps before please write in the comments any thoughts or advice you have for our new families attending tomorrow? You know better than anyone what the day before camp can be like.... #lionheartcampforkids #nochildshouldgrievealone #onemoresleep

06.01.2022 Christmas as we know is a time of joy and a time to be with the ones you love. But for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, this time of year can be particularly difficult and our thoughts go out to them this holiday season. With your help we can make a difference to the lives of children who have been impacted by death and bereavement. You can make a tax deductible donation, however big or small, via our website: https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/... #donate #nochildshouldgrievealone

06.01.2022 Returning families camp this weekend.... we can’t wait to see everyone again!

06.01.2022 Your voice is like a song in my head that plays over and over

06.01.2022 Only 3 sleeps until camp! Families tell us one of the highlights of camp is always the food. This camp we thank Perth Inflight Catering for donating lunches for everyone. #lionheartcampforkids #nochildshouldgrievealone #perthinflightcatering #thankyou #yoursupportmeansalot

06.01.2022 Mindfulness for Kids (and adults)

05.01.2022 Self-esteem for Kids

04.01.2022 DEATH LEAVES A HEARTACHE NO ONE CAN HEAL #iwannafeelagain

03.01.2022 Thank you for supporting Lionheart Camp for Kids. Your help means the children of WA feel connected during the most difficult time of their life after the loss of a significant loved one. Photography - Soul Gazing Photography https://lionheartcampforkids.com.au/donations/

02.01.2022 Mental illness affects around 20% of Australians every year, but it is treatable. This factsheet answers commonly-asked questions about the effects of mental illness on the families of people affected, and how they can be supported to help the person and themselves. https://www.sane.org//facts-and-gu/families-friends-carers

02.01.2022 Happiness chemicals

02.01.2022 Has your family attended a face-to-face camp before? If so, your kids are going to love this new initiative. Lionheart TV is a project that will see your child(ren) use their ideas, creativity and skills to produce content for the newly formed Lionheart TV YouTube channel. In collaboration with our staff and volunteers, kids will be able to express their thoughts, feelings and creativity through the creation of film media, music and visual art. As part of this, they will be ...able to learn aspects of film and art production from our facilitator Christian, who is a professional musician, filmmaker and illustrator! Not only is this an opportunity for kids to reconnect with friends they made at Camp, it's their chance to learn a host of new skills and to have their voices celebrated by the Lionheart community. If your family is interested in being involved, please follow this link for more information and to register - https://form.jotform.com/202312535108847 Registrations for this pilot program close on FRIDAY 6th NOVEMBER. Don't miss out!

02.01.2022 Spreading Christmas cheer to our lovely community! A joke for your Monday afternoon: Q: What’s the most popular Christmas wine? ... A: ‘But I don’t like Brussels sprouts!’

01.01.2022 Film can be a great way to explore the thoughts and feelings you and your family might be struggling with after the loss of a loved one. Canvas is a short 9 minute film about a grieving Grandfather who is struggling to reclaim his passion for painting after the death of his wife. It delivers a heartfelt message about grief, mourning, and finding the inspiration to carry on doing what you love. ... First-time Director, Frank E Abney III, has drawn from personal experience to create this moving animation. He lost his own father when he was 5 years old. There’s so much to learn from dealing with loss or traumas or how we go about moving on from them in a productive way, he says. We don’t have to do it alone. We don’t have to suffer in silence and kind of just go through these things." #movienight #grief #healing #inspiration #lionheart