When a child experiences the loss of a family member, they often feel lost and unable to cope. The ‘I Have a Friend’ program lets children express their grief with a person who went through something similar, says Kenny Slaught. The mentor will be there for the child for as long as it takes, and develops trust in order to offer support and guidance. 

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