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What's A Funeral Anyway? The STAR Class is a program offered to families of children attending the services of a grandparent, parent, classmate, or loved one who has died. It is a sensitive, caring approach to explaining the funeral process through stories, pictures, discussion, peer support, a craft activity and a STAR message. For more information or to make arrangements for this class please ask our staff for details. Goals & Objectives:
The STAR Class
The days surrounding the death of a loved on e can be a confusing and disorienting time for young children. Altered daily routines and unfamiliar sights and sounds can be difficult for them to cope with. Children need honest, simple explanations of the events they are experiencing with the adults around them. The STAR Class contains words and images that are not usually a part of everyday conversation for children of adults. Providing children with t he opportunity to hear the words of the funeral process, to express feelings and concerns in a creative art activity, and to write a STAR message to their loved one who has died can give them a sense of power over this new experience and help allay fears about what the funeral is all about. Many years from now a child may not remember specific details about the funeral they attended, but they will remember that it was a meaningful, non-threatening, loving experience and that they were actively involved in the final good-bye to the person who died. It was a Special Time to Always Remember
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The STAR Class