I was very interested to read the article regarding support for childcare providers in helping a child going through bereavement.
Recently, a three-year-old boy in my setting lost his mother to cancer.
As a qualified professional childminder of 25 years, I was able to draw on my extensive experience of caring for children to support both him and his family. However, I really struggled to find any external support or training to help me through this process, despite contacting a number of agencies.
I really welcome the campaign to increase awareness about the support available, and urge other childminders and childcare professionals to make the most of and share this support.
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