Grief, loss, and COVID-19: Losing a caregiver

Learn how to support a child who is dealing with grief and loss, and healthy ways to cope.  

More than 200,000 children have lost a parent or other caregiver that lived with them due to COVID-19. If your child lost a caregiver, they may be dealing with trauma or grief even though it seems like everyone else is “back to normal.”

This fact sheet is for parents and caregivers of children. It answers common questions about grief and loss such as:

  • How can I tell if my child is dealing with grief?
  • How can I help my child?
  • What resources are available for my family?
Grief, loss, and COVID-19: Losing a caregiver

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