Recent Bereavement Posts

What is anticipatory grief?

What is it like to grieve someone before they die. Find out more here

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About bereavement and grief

How long does grief last? And how can I cope with my bereavement? In this section, you’ll find support and advice to help you throughout your grief journey if you’re struggling after a bereavement. What is bereavement? What does grief feel like? How long does grief last? The five stages of grief model Answers to […]

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Supporting someone bereaved

Everyone’s grief is different. Here we share guidance and advice about supporting someone else who is grieving – both emotionally and practically – when they have been bereaved. What to say to someone who is grieving The support bereaved people say is most helpful What to write in a bereavement card How can you support […]

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Helping you cope with grief

The death of someone close to you can be devastating. Here, you’ll find information and advice to help you cope with the grieving process. How can I cope with grief? Coping with grief on Mother’s Day Coping with grief on Father’s Day Returning to work after a bereavement How to cope with death anniversaries Supporting […]

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Bereavement support

There are lots of ways to get support for bereavement. But it’s not always easy to find something that’s works for you. You might want to try a few different options to see what helps. Coping with money worries After we lose someone, we may also worry about how we’re going to cope financially. For […]

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Bereavement Links

At a loss

Find bereavement services and counselling across the UK, including resources on bereavement during the pandemic.

Child Bereavement UK

Offers support if you are bereaved after losing a child. Or if you’re a child or young person who is grieving after losing someone.

Child Death Helpline

Helpline for all those affected by the death of a child.

Dying Matters

Resources to help people talk more openly about dying, death and bereavement, and to make plans for the end of life.

Grief after bereavement or loss

Most people experience grief when they lose something or someone important to them. If these feelings are affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help.

Hub of Hope

Database of mental health services in the UK, including community, charity, private and NHS mental health support.

Sands

Information and support for anybody affected by the death of a baby. Support includes a helpline and live chat.

Sue Ryder

Offers bereavement support, including ways of finding bereavement support online

The Compassionate Friends

Find support for bereaved parents and their families, including a helpline.

I am in Crisis

If you feel you need immediate help, contact one of the below charities.

Recommended Apps

Below are a selection of the apps we recommend

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