💛 支援兒童：安全與日常規律 💛
大埔火災實在令人痛心，我們想與大家分享我們如何情緒支援兒童，並為家庭在接下來的日子提供一些建議。
以下是一些在家中幫助兒童的方法：
📺 減少接觸： 反覆觀看同樣的影像可能會對孩子造成不安與壓力。除非孩子主動提及，否則不必主動談論這個話題。如需解釋，請保持簡短且簡單。
🛡️ 給予安全感： 如果孩子對火災表示害怕，請溫柔地安撫他們，讓他們知道自己是安全的，爸爸媽媽和身邊的成年人都會保護他們。
💬 接納情緒： 讓孩子表達自己的感受。您可以說：「這是一場很大的火災，感到害怕是很正常的。」傾聽並肯定他們的情緒，有助於讓孩子感受到被理解與支持。
👩🚒 強調支援與幫手： 提醒孩子，消防員、警察和醫護人員都是幫助者，他們正在努力保護大家的安全。
🤗 提供安慰： 有些孩子可能需要更多的安撫或陪伴。多一些擁抱、安靜的遊戲時間或是孩子喜愛的平靜活動，都有助於讓他們感到安心。
🕰️ 保持日常規律： 持續維持每日作息，例如用餐時間、遊戲時間和睡覺時間。可預測的日常規律能幫助孩子感到平靜與安全。
💛 Supporting Young Children: Security and Routine 💛
Following the distressing news of the fire in Tai Po, we want to share how we are supporting children at Hillside and offer some guidance for families in the days ahead.
For young children, the focus should be simple: Security, Support, and Routine.
Here are some ways to support young children at home:
📺 Limit Exposure: Watching the same images repeatedly can be harmful and overwhelming. Avoid introducing the topic unless your child brings it up, and keep explanations brief and simple.
🛡️ Reassure Safety: If your child expresses fear about fires, gently reassure them that they are safe and that their parents and trusted adults are here to protect them.
💬 Acknowledge Feelings: Let children talk about their feelings. You might say, “It was a really big fire, and it can feel scary.” Listening and validating their emotions helps them feel understood and supported.
👩🚒 Focus on Helpers: Remind children that firefighters, police, and doctors are helpers who work hard to keep everyone safe.
🤗 Offer Comfort: Some children may need extra reassurance or closeness. Extra cuddles, quiet play, or favourite calm activities can help them feel secure.
🕰️ Maintain Routine: Keep daily routines such as mealtimes, playtime, and bedtime. Predictable routines help children feel calm and safe.
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