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The purpose of this project was to write a grant to establish two support groups, one for parents of terminally ill children experiencing anticipatory grief and one for parents who are grieving the loss of a child. A literature review was completed to gain insight into the needs of this population. Parental grief and bereavement have been associated with increased risk for emotional, psychological, and physical problems; therefore, a need exists to provide appropriate bereavement services.
The proposed location for this project is Miller Children's Hospital in Long Beach, California. A Little HOPE, Inc. was selected as a potential funder, since their mission and goals align with those of the host agency and proposed program. The overall goal of the support groups is to provide a supportive and therapeutic environment, thus enhancing parents' emotional well-being, coping skills, and support systems. If funded, these support groups would promote a healthier recovery.
Advisor: | Potts, Marilyn |
Commitee: | Brocato, Jo, Ranney, Molly |
School: | California State University, Long Beach |
Department: | Social Work |
School Location: | United States -- California |
Source: | MAI 54/03M(E), Masters Abstracts International |
Source Type: | DISSERTATION |
Subjects: | Social work, Counseling Psychology, Hispanic American studies |
Keywords: | Grant, Grief, Loss, Parents, Spanish speaking, Support groups |
Publication Number: | 1573097 |
ISBN: | 978-1-321-49197-5 |