Supporting a child who is grieving

How do you support a child struggling with their grief? Should children come to the funeral? What support is available for young carers? Here, you'll find the answers to these questions alongside more advice about how to support a child who has been bereaved. We also have more information about supporting older children who are grieving. 

How do I support a bereaved child?

Helping a child to cope with bereavement can be really difficult when you're also trying to process your own grief, but we're here to help you both during this difficult time.

Should children go to the funeral?

On this page, you'll find advice about explaining the funeral to your child, what to say about the burial or cremation and how to help them cope with the funeral if they decide to go.

Support for young carers

Are you under 18 years old and helping to look after someone who is dying? Whether you care for a relative, friend, or even a neighbour, we have advice about balancing your care duties with your own life, your rights as a young carer, and who you can talk to for support.

Sue Ryder Online Bereavement Community

If someone you love is dying or has died, our Online Bereavement Community is a supportive space to share experiences, ask questions and talk to people who understand.

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Online Bereavement Counselling Service

If you are struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one, our online bereavement service provides free and professional video counselling, for support during the toughest times.

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