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.
How
can
I
cope
with
grief?
The death of someone can be overwhelming and you may feel a mix of emotions. There are things you can do and people who can support you through your bereavement.
Returning
to
work
after
a
bereavement
Returning to work after bereavement can be a challenging time. It is important that your employer and colleagues are there to support you when you need them.
How
to
cope
with
death
anniversaries
Whether you’re grieving for your mum, dad or someone else, find advice about how to prepare for and cope with a loved one’s death anniversary.
Supporting
the
LGBTQ+
community
through
grief
and
bereavement
During grief, there are certain challenges that someone who identifies as LGBTQ+ may face when trying to come to terms with their bereavement.
How
to
start
a
grief
journal
Read about the benefits of keeping a grief journal and how to get started with your own, including prompts about what you might want to write about.
How
to
make
a
memory
box
Read about how making a bereavement memory box could help you throughout your grief journey. Plus, ideas to help you start your own box.
Coping
with
grief
on
Mother’s
Day
Whether you’re missing your mum, or you had a more difficult relationship, Mother’s Day and the lead up to it can trigger many different emotions if your mum has died.
Coping
with
grief
on
Father’s
Day
Whether you’re missing your dad, or you’re dealing with complicated feelings after his death, we have advice to help you cope with grief during this time.
Valentine’s
Day
and
grief
Facing Valentine’s Day after the death of your partner can be a painful reminder of what's changed. Find advice on how to cope with the day without the person you love by your side.
Am
I
normal?
Common
thoughts
and
feelings
in
grief
Do you ask yourself ‘Is how I’m feeling normal?’ Here we explore some challenging thoughts and feelings many grieving people experience, such as “I thought I was doing fine, but now I feel worse” or “People want me to move on.”