Each journey of grief is unique, but there are plenty of expert, compassionate organisations that can help both children and adults after the death of a friend or relative.
The grief you can feel when you lose a loved one can be difficult to navigate, and unique to you and the person you have lost.
Taking care of yourself and of other family members and friends is important; equally important is knowing when to reach out for support for yourself.
There are many organisations that offer advice and bereavement support to people of all ages, both locally in Kent and Southeast London, and nationally across the UK.
Our simple self-care tips and links to helpful organisations are here to help you in your time of need.
“Remembering your loved one is important, so talk about them unapologetically, as your relationship with them will continue despite their passing.”
Simon Welham
During periods of grief, it can feel difficult to undertake the most basic tasks, yet creating some structure and routine in your day can help. Here are some of our suggestions to help you give yourself the care you need:
It can be useful to try different ways to create calm in your day when navigating grief, to help process thoughts and relax your body. The following activities might be useful:
Speak with your employer about their policy on compassionate leave. It is important to be honest about how you are coping and to liaise with your GP if you need time off work, or to arrange a staggered return.
Sharing your grief with family and friends can be difficult, so you may like to turn to a national helpline or specialist organisation for support and advice
Supporting people during a time of grief
Supporting those who are struggling to cope
Supporting bereaved parents and their families
Supporting families following the death of a baby
Supporting those after the unexpected death of a baby or young child
Supporting people after the death of a family member, spouse or partner
Supporting bereaved parents and siblings
| Peer-led support for adults impacted by suicide loss |
| An Age UK free 24/7 helpline for older people aged 55 or over |
| Supporting those approaching end of life or living with grief |
| Helping children, teenagers and young adults to understand and process their grief |
| You don’t have to cope on your own
Support groups can provide a safe environment in which you can share your feelings and memories with others experiencing a similar journey to you. These include: ● Local hospices ● Hospital support groups ● Local churches ● Local counsellors – find one through the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy ● Your GP Ask our team in your local branch for more information on support groups. |
There are local support groups offering online contact with other people who are experiencing grief
| West Kent based social group that offers bereavement support and meet ups |
| Supporting children and young adults in Kent and Medway finding bereavement difficult |
| Find a group in your area that offers support and social events via the Facebook platform or Meet Up |
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