Trauma and Grief Counseling Resources

Dear Ellis family, if you struggling with grief, anger, and confusion, know that there resources available in our area. If you are unsure of how to approach your children with difficult conversations (about grief, death, abuse, or other serious topics), reach out for help. Below is a list of resources and organizations that you can contact.

Coastal Children’s Advocacy Center

CCAC's Signs of Abuse

CCAC's Tips to Prevent Abuse

Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire

24 Hour Crisis Line: 912-233-7273

Heads Up Guidance Services (HUGS) HUGS Counseling Services

Resources on how to speak to you children about grief, death, and abuse:

https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/death.html

https://www.rainn.org/articles/talking-your-kids-about-sexual-assault

https://www.nsopw.gov/en-US/Education/TalkingChild?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1

http://www.kidslivesafe.com/child-safety/talk-to-your-children

http://safelyeverafter.com/tips.html

https://choicemutual.com/kids-bereavment/