Supporting Grieving People of All Abilities

Every grief is unique and effective grief support will look different based on the needs of the individual. This is especially true when it comes to supporting people with neurodivergent conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and Down syndrome, among others. Below are a few resources that can help you offer meaningful support.

NACG Toolkit: Supporting Children of All Abilities Who Are Grieving

Bereavement and Autism: A Universal Experience with Unique Challenges

Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum Coping with Grief and Loss through Death or Divorce

Autistic Grief is not Like Neurotypical Grief

Pathfinders for Autism: Death and Grieving Tips

Autism Alliance: Grief and Loss Resources

Social Stories

Social stories can be a helpful tool for helping children of all abilities understand death, loss, and grief. HEARTplay provided some examples of what a death/grief-related social story might look like.

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