Bereavement

Grief and loss are a natural part of life. When someone dies, family, friends, colleagues and even people they didn’t know can be affected. Explore grief stories and the support that may help.

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Bereavement

“My cycle was inspired by Mum’s journey at the end of life”

Bereavement support needs to come in different shapes and sizes

“Grandad became friends with the nurses. He loved them.”

We must make sure bereaved people are properly supported

“David was a brilliant dad. I want to do him proud”

Why we need to talk about anger in grief

"I have a schedule in my head – when Dad died, I lost that"

“As sad as it is when a pet dies, it can help prepare a young person”

Emotional numbness and grief: why don’t I feel anything?

Grief hierarchy: who has the right to grieve?

Supporting people with bereavement

Grief is natural even if someone lives to 99

Hindu funeral rituals: “Our final acts of love”

Losing a grandparent: what it feels like

My son isn't here anymore, but he's still a part of my life

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