How to Talk to a Child About a Parent’s Severe Injury
Telling your child about a parent’s severe injury is a delicate issue that often requires some preparation and guidance.
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Dial 988 then press 1 or text 838255
Call 800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text “START” to 88788
Call 877-995-5247
Call 988
Use your preferred relay service, or dial 711 then 988
For those outside the United States, call your local emergency number.
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Telling your child about a parent’s severe injury is a delicate issue that often requires some preparation and guidance.
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