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Bereavement
Local Support
Coffee Connection – Frome
A friendly social group aimed at those affected directly or indirectly by cancer or a life-limiting illness. It is co-hosted by Dorothy House and We Hear You (WHY).
We Hear You – Frome
Provide counselling, group sessions and other support for patients, families, friends and carers who have been affected or bereaved by cancer or any other life-threatening condition.
Josephine's Star – Somerset
Offers one-to-one grief support for children and families after the death of someone special. Works with families, carers, and schools. Listening service, not counselling.
Somerset Suicide Bereavement Support Service
Free support for anyone aged 14+ in Somerset bereaved by suicide, at any stage of grief. Some services are non-time-limited, so you can return when needed. Available 24/7
RUH Bereavement Support Service
Supports newly bereaved families of patients who die at RUH.
01225 824015 or
Bereavement Support – Dorothy House
Offers help for patients, families, friends, and carers, including group sessions and one-to-one support.
National Support
Child Bereavement UK
Help children, young people, parents, and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies.
The Compassionate Friends
Peer support for bereaved parents, adult siblings, and grandparents after the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild.
Child Death Helpline
Support for anyone affected by the death of a child.
Bereavement Advice Centre
Practical advice on what to do after a death.
Bereavement Benefits
Guidance on registering a death, notifying departments, and managing estates.
2wish
Immediate and ongoing support for families after the sudden death of a child or young adult (up to age 25).
Winston’s Wish
Bereavement support for young people (up to age 25) and guidance for parents and professionals.
Scotty's Little Soldiers
Emotional support and opportunities for bereaved British Forces children.
Cruse - Bereavement Support
Helps people through grief with support and information.
Hope Again - Cruse Bereavement Support
Online support for children and young people coping with grief.
Antenatal Results & Choices (ARC)
Impartial support for expectant parents about antenatal screening and test results.
Miscarriage Association
Support for anyone affected by miscarriage, molar pregnancy, or ectopic pregnancy.
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
Peer-led support for adults impacted by suicide loss.
Blue Cross
Pet loss support; here to help you cope with the loss of a pet, either through death, enforced separation or theft.
Sands Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Charity
Supports anyone affected by the death of a baby and works to reduce baby loss.