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Out of Order: Dealing with the Death of a Child

2014

This video is helpful for bereaved parents who have experienced the death of a teen or adult child. You will hear how three couples have experienced their grief, what has helped them and how they honor and keep connections to the memories of their children.

22:57 min

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