The Peaceful Presence Project 2026 Continuing Education Series Presents:

Companioning Children Through Loss: Developmentally Appropriate Support Before, During, and After Death

Thursday, April 9th 2026

from 5:30-6:30 pm Pacific Time

Guest Presenter: Sarah Farris, MS, CCLS

About the Workshop:

Children experience grief differently than adults, and their understanding of illness, dying, and death evolves with age and development. This focused and practical presentation explores how to thoughtfully include and support children when someone they love is dying – before death occurs, at the bedside, and through the grieving process. Grounded in developmental theory and trauma-informed practice, this presentation examines how children conceptualize death at various developmentally stages and offers concrete, age-appropriate language and strategies for honest communication.

About the Guest Presenter:

Sarah Farris, MS, CCLS