Parent illness - communicating with your child

Parental Illness

COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR CHILD ABOUT YOUR ILLNESS

 

Unfortunately, from time to time the serious illness of a parent or close family member can affect children.

Whilst it is natural to want to protect your child from the distress and uncertainty associated with your illness, providing your children with information about your illness gives them language to express their concerns and allows them opportunities to ask important questions.

Further tips and advice can be found below:

COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR CHILD ABOUT YOUR ILLNESS

 

or at:

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/supporting-someone/emotional-support-for-family-and-friends