Looking After Yourself
Bereavement can be one of the loneliest experiences we face. Here is where to find support, and someone to talk to.
You don't have to cope alone
Being bereaved can be one of the loneliest experiences you, or someone you love, may go through. Talking, and being with friends and family, is often one of the most helpful ways to cope. You may be living in the home you shared, or feeling you need to be strong for children or others. However you are feeling, support is there, and it is alright to reach out.

Someone to talk to
A few organisations that support people through bereavement.
Cruse Bereavement Support
Support and information for anyone who has been bereaved. cruse.org.uk
Samaritans
Someone to talk to, any time of day or night, free on 116 123. samaritans.org
Sands
Support for anyone affected by the death of a baby. sands.org.uk
Bereavement Support Worcestershire
Local bereavement support across Worcestershire. bereavementsupportworcestershire.org.uk
Practical and financial help
Guidance on benefits and what to do after a death.
- Citizens Advice — help claiming Bereavement Support Payment and other benefits. citizensadvice.org.uk
- GOV.UK — bereavement benefits and what to do after a death. gov.uk/browse/benefits/bereavement