Supporting children and Families: Covid 19

​Hello, Washington school social workers.

I want to send warm thoughts and encouragement to you during this unprecedented time, as schools close and stress is high. Going forward, we will be called on to bring our calm presence and strength to our students, families, staff and each other, so be sure to put self care at a priority. I'd like to share an article for you from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network that I thought had good information on health care and coping.  (Second on the list below) As a part of pulling together TO FACE THIS CRISIS, WASSW has gathered resources on supporting children and families AROUND COVID 19, school closures and related issues. This list will evolve, so Check back.  At the top of the list is a document for families on how to talk to and support their children from NASP.  

KEEP IN TOUCH AND KNOW YOU SO VALUABLE AND NECESSARY.

Liz Nelson and the WASSW Board

Talking to Kids about Covid 19-Parent Resource (NASP)
https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019
https://www.npr.org/2019/04/24/716704917/when-the-news-is-scary-what-to-say-to-kids 
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/coronavirus/
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus  (This one is from the Fred Rogers Productions)
https://www.colorincolorado.org/coronavirus 
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 Postponed
 WASSW EASTERN WASHINGTON CONFERENCE