[ [link removed] ]10 tips for parents and caregivers to help children navigate
difficult times ▸

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Playing, exploring and getting messy are all things most
kids love. But in this time of COVID-19, with closed schools plus new
rules for social distancing, hygiene and travel — kids (and adults!) are
facing feelings of disappointment, loneliness and frustration. We may even
experience a sense of grief around the loss of everyday things (and major
milestones) we’re missing.

[ Colombia ]Colombia
Paola (9) and her family are among many Venezuelans forced to flee to
Colombia. Mercy Corps helps meet families’ urgent needs and is now
distributing hygiene kits in response to COVID-19.
Kids can often inspire us with their resilience, but they are also
especially vulnerable when big changes happen and uncertainty persists.
From the aftermath of natural disasters and complex crises worldwide,
Mercy Corps team members and advisors have decades of expertise when it
comes to helping children, youth, parents and caregivers in crisis.

[ [link removed] ]Here are some tips from our experts about ways to help kids cope in
difficult times like these.

1. Be aware of common reactions to crisis
2. Be prepared to deal with fears and worries
3. Create a sense of safety
  [ [link removed] ]Read all 10 tips for parents and caregivers...

We hope this advice can help you or someone you know as we all navigate
this new global crisis together.

Wishing you health and safety,

[6]Adrienne Karecki
Adrienne Karecki, Mercy Corps Chief Development and Marketing Officer

COVID‑19 Update: Mercy Corps teams are working to help the world’s most
vulnerable people protect themselves against COVID‑19, meet immediate
needs and prepare for the devastating impact of economic shock that will
push people further into crisis. [ [link removed] ]You can help today by making a gift to
our COVID‑19 Resilience Fund.

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