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Grief support

If you are grieving after a bereavement, supporting someone else or helping a child or young person coping with grief, you are not alone.

Our expert information and advice can help you or someone close to you cope with grief and deal with the practical issues after someone has died.

Bereavement information and advice

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.

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.

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 to do when someone dies

Registering a death, arranging a funeral, accessing bereavement benefits - we have information about these and other practical issues when someone has died.

Personal stories of grief

Explore real people's stories.. People experiencing grief share their stories in their own words.

Supporting someone who is grieving

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.

More grief and bereavement information

Our explainers, guidance, tips and stories will help you understand your thoughts and feelings as you learn to live with grief.

Grief is a journey – a journey without an end. You just have to keep moving forward and take the person that’s passed away along with you. I’ve learnt so much about grief from Sue Ryder in the past few years.
Read Debbie's story

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Our grief support services

We’re here to connect you with the right support. Find out more about our free-to-access support.

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