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Bereavement support

Checked: 20-06-2025 by Jenny Henry Next Review: 20-06-2027

Local Support

The Harbour Bristol - Counselling for people with a life threatening illness, who are close to someone facing death or dying and fore those who have been bereaved following illness within the past 2 years
Grief Encounter South West - For bereaved children and young people
Good Grief Bristol – Resources and Support
Winston’s Wish Bristol – For children and young adults (up to age 25) who are grieving the death of someone close to them, and support for the adults caring for them
Bristol City Council bereavement support - Provides a list of organisations who provide bereavement services in Bristol
South Gloucestershire Council - Advice on what to do after a death and information on support for the bereaved
The Beside Project - Emotional and Practical support to people over 16 who have lost a loved one to suicide. Contact the team by emailing beside.project@nhs.net.You can also call Second Step reception on 0117 909 6630 and ask for a call back from the Beside Project.

National Support

Cruse Bereavement Support – Bereavement support and information
Hope Again - The youth website of Cruse. Support for children and young people dealing with loss
Winston’s Wish – Information, advice and guidance on supporting bereaved children and young people
Marie Curie – Provide free palliative and end of life care, information and support
Sue Ryder - End of life and grief support
The Compassionate Friends - Support for bereaved parents and families
The National Bereavement Alliance - Support for those who work with bereaved people
National Association of Funeral Directors - Support and guidance when planning a funeral

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