Bereavement support

Bereavement support

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Bereavement support

bereavement pictureThe death of someone in our lives can be extremely distressing.  

Grief

Grief is a normal process and there is no right or wrong way to grieve.  Everyone’s grief is unique to them.  There are a number of feelings that people may experience, including; shock, disbelief anger, guilt and intense sadness.  These types of feelings are ‘normal’ when you are grieving and it is important to give yourself permission to do so.  

 

Ways you can support yourself

Where possible find ways, with those closest to you, to remember the person who has passed away. If attending a funeral is not possible, organise a time to connect virtually with others either in person, by telephone or video chat.  You may wish to come together virtually to say a prayer, read a poem that describes how you are feeling, or share memories of the person. If this isn’t possible, listen to a special piece of music or write a letter to mark saying good bye. Remember that a service of remembrance can also be held.

 

Share your feelings with friends and relatives.  If you don’t have anyone to talk to there are organisations that will support you during this time. It may help to talk to the person who has died. Sometimes having a picture or an object that you helps you feels closer to them can be reassuring.

 

Importantly, please don’t struggle alone. There are many organisations who offer support to adults and children locally and nationally online, over the phone or by video. Below are some useful videos, information and links.

Useful sources of support
 
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  • Cruse Bereavement Centre provides information and support for anyone experiencing grief or bereavement – more information can be found here.
  • Dying Matters raising awareness of dying, death and bereavement – more information can be found here.
  • Age UK provides a wide range of advice and support, including at the end of life – more information can be found here
  • Myton Bereavement Services – more information can be found here
  • The Dear Life website offers advice, local professional services, and resources where people have been affected by the death of someone by suicide - more information can be found here.

Bereavement support specifically for Children and Young People: 

  • Winston’s Wish provides therapeutic support – more information can be found here.
  • Hope Again a service for young people living after bereavement – more information can be found here.
  • Rainbow Ripples for children affected by the illness and death of a close family member – more information can be found here.

 
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Access to relevant services we offer:

  • Coventry and Warwickshire Healthy Mind Service (IAPT) provide support to patients with anxiety and depression – more information can be found here.
  • Recovery and Wellbeing Academy (providing a range of courses provided online and offline aimed to the general public about mental health and wellbeing) – more information can be found here.
  • If you find yourself in a mental health crisis and require urgent support – more information can be found here.
  • If you would like more information about mental health services for children and young people – more information can be found here.

Watch

 

 

Here some videos you may find helpful:

The Phases of Grief - understanding bereavement

Dr Tamily Duggan from CWPT talking about bereavement support

How do you help a grieving friend?

Coping with bereavement // The Missing Piece

The Grieving Process: Coping with Death

 
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