Bereavement helplines and advice
Adult bereavement helplines
Use our helplines to find more information and advice on adult bereavement
Cruse Bereavement CareDay by Day Helpline: 0808 808 1677 (Mon-Fri 9.30am to 5pm)cruse.org.ukCruse Bereavement Care exists to promote the well-being of bereaved people and to enable anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. The organisation provides counselling and support and offers information, advice, education and training services.
Hope Againhopeagain.org.ukHope Again is Cruse Bereavement Care's website for young people. Cruse is a national charity that provides support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone close to them dies. We also work to enhance society’s care of bereaved people.
The Compassionate FriendsHelpline: 0345 123 2304tcf.org.uk.The Compassionate Friends provide one-to-one support, local support groups and produce a range of publications for parents, children, grandparents and professionals, as well as a website specifically for people dealing with the death of a brother or sister.
Way Widowed & Youngwidowedandyoung.org.ukWAY offers support and friendship to young bereaved people, whatever their circumstances, however long ago their partner died. We help men and women up to the age of 50, parents and those without children.
SOBS - Survivors of Bereavement by SuicideHelpline: 0300 111 5065uk-sobs.org.ukSOBS exists to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend, aiming to provide a safe, confidential environment in which bereaved people can share their experiences and feelings, so giving and gaining support from each other.
Support after Murder and ManslaughterHelpline: 0121 451 1618 or 0845 872 3440samm.org.ukIf you have lost someone dear to you through murder or manslaughter you are not alone. SAMMS offers a confidential telephone help line where you can talk to someone who has experienced the devastating effects of this most distressing crime.
Brake – The Road Safety CharityVictim Helpline: 0808 0000 401brake.org.ukOur work for road crash victims includes a helpline, acclaimed support literature, and a pilot face to face support project., as well as public awareness. We particularly prioritise services for families and children.
RoadPeaceHelpline: 0845 4500 355 9am-9pm dailyroadpeace.orgNational charity for bereaved and injured road traffic victims, which provides information and support through its helpline, literature, local groups, and contact with people who have suffered a similar experience.
Use our helplines to find more information and advice for children and young people coping with bereavement
Grief EncounterTel: 020 8371 8455griefencounter.org.ukWhen a child’s parent or significant loved one dies, their lives change forever. As well as the sadness they feel, they are often left confused and full of fear and anxiety. Grief Encounter helps families address difficult issues such as death and we help make sense of the hurt and confusion. Above all, we aim to help them find ways out of the abyss of grief.
Winston's WishHelpline: 08088 020 021winstonswish.org.ukWinston’s Wish supports children and young people to rebuild their life after a family bereavement, the Winston's Wish family line offers practical support and guidance to anyone concerned about a grieving child.
Young MindsParent’s Helpline: 0808 802 5544Child bereavementAre you worried about how bereavement is affecting your child? Young Minds is here to help and support you. We've put together information about bereavement, especially for parents and carers, with lots of links to organisations who can help. We're also here to listen. If you want to talk to someone in confidence about your worries, call the Parent’s Helpline.
Hope Againhopeagain.org.ukHope Again is Cruse Bereavement Care's website for young people. Cruse is a national charity that provides support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone close to them dies. We also work to enhance society’s care of bereaved people.
Child Bereavement UKHelpline (Freephone): 0800 02 888 40 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm)www.childbereavementuk.orgEmail: support@childbereavementuk.orgChild Bereavement UK supports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a child is facing bereavement. Every year we train more than 9000 professionals, helping them to better understand and meet the needs of grieving families.