Bereavement and Loss

Going through bereavement and loss is very difficult, and feelings such as loneliness can be overwhelming. There are also a number of health implications and mental health issues that can arise from the trauma. Working during these times is especially difficult, as people often try to put on a brave face and suffer in silence. Although our supports networks are useful, sometimes external help can make the difference. 

Below you will find multiple charities, resources and guidance for going through bereavement and loss.

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Bereavement Advice Centre

Supports and advises people after a death in England and Wales. They provide help with a range of practical issues that need to be managed after a bereavement as well as signposting to other support.

Phone: 0800 634 9494
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Child Bereavement UK

Supports families and educates professionals when a child of any age dies, is dying or is facing bereavement. 

Phone: 0800 028 8840
Email: support@childbereavementuk.org
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The Compassionate Friends

A charitable organisations of bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings, dedicated to providing peer support for other bereaved parents, grandparents and siblings.

Phone: 0345 123 2304
Email: helpline@tcf.org.uk
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Cruse Bereavement Care

Offer support, advice and and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies. They run a helpline, offer counselling and facilitate self-help groups across the country.

Phone: 0808 808 1677
Email: helpline@cruse.org.uk
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Dying Matters

A coalition of 32,000 members across England and Wales which aims to help people talk more openly about dying, death and bereavement, and make plans for the end of life.

Phone: 0800 021 4466
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Edwards Trust

Offer a holistic approach to supporting people through bereavement and loss. We offer counselling, support groups, wellbeing therapies and social events. They also offer resources and training to support people in their grief journey.

Phone: 0121 456 4838
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The Lullaby Trust

Provides specialist support for bereaved families and anyone affected by a sudden infant death.

Phone: 0808 802 6868
Email: support@lullablytrust.org.uk
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Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide

A national charity to meet the needs and break the isolation experienced by those bereaved by a suicide. they provide support groups as well as their helpline and email.

Phone: 0300 111 5056
Email: sobs.support@hotmail.com
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Winston's Wish

The leading childhood bereavement charity in the UK. Offers practical support and guidance to bereaved children, their families and professionals.

Phone: 08452 030 405
Email: info.winstonswish.org.uk
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Below are some links to charities and organisations that provide care for people with life limiting illnesses.
They also offer a lot of support to families and communities.

Hospice UK

The national charity working for those experiencing dying, death and bereavement. We work for the benefit of people affected by death and dying, collaborating with our hospice members and other partners who work in end of life care.

Phone: 020 7520 8200
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MacMillan Cancer Support

If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, we're here to help. Find out how we support you and get information about different cancer types.

Phone: 0808 808 0000
Email: Use the online form
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Marie Curie

Marie Curie is a registered charitable organisation in the United Kingdom which provides care and support to people with terminal illnesses and their families. It was established in 1948, the same year as the National Health Service.

Phone: 0800 090 2309
There is an online chat function available
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