Feel The Magic - Helping Grieving Children
Monday 17 March 2025, 7-8.30pm
We are exploring children’s grief in our next discussion group. Sometimes, when confronted or presented with grieving families and younger people/children, we can feel cautious, anxious or question our effectiveness. Is it wise to focus our work with the parents? Or the whole family or children individually? Do we refer out? How helpful do we feel when interacting with bereaved children? Why might we feel hesitant? What are supports actually are there in the community?
Our guest is Kristy Thomas, the cofounder, director and COO at Feel the Magic: a service that was founded in 2013, and is specifically designed to ‘help grieving kids heal’. They run face to face activities in Victoria, NSW, ACT and Queensland, and a multitude of virtual and online supports, resources and activities.
Kristy will speak about the history, the development and the current work of Feel the Magic then expand the discussion to cover theories about children’s grief, key ideas for practitioners, developments in the field and resources etc. There will be time for interactive questions and exchanges.
Kristy Thomas is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Feel the Magic, where she brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to support grieving children. With a Bachelor of Education major in Dance and minor in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education, Kristy has over a decade of experience teaching students from Kindergarten to Year 12 across New South Wales, and she spent 17 years running her own dance studio. Through her studio, she provided a safe and expressive space for young people, instilling confidence and belonging.
Kristy’s personal journey with grief began with the loss of her brother Corey at a young age, giving her a deep understanding of the impact grief has on families. This experience drives her dedication to Feel the Magic, where she passionately advocates for childhood grief awareness and support. Her commitment as a mother of three boys also shapes her compassionate approach to her work.
Guided by her personal mantra—Love, Joy, and Connection—Kristy is committed to empowering grieving children with hope, resilience, and community. A sought-after speaker, she inspires others to pursue their dreams and find strength through adversity, using her story to demonstrate the power of purpose and connection.
The Details
When: Monday 17 March 2025, 7-8.30pm
Where: Zoom - The link will be sent out on the day of the event to all who have registered.
Members Free: RSVP by email lgpa@jss.org.au
Non-Members $10
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