Bereavement support for adults

We offer bereavement support to all those who have been bereaved in north and mid Essex, regardless of the cause of death or when or where the individual has died. We take referrals via our website or over the phone after a death has occurred and you can self-refer directly or be referred to us by someone who is supporting you, with your consent.

We offer bereavement support groups designed to provide support, information and coping strategies for people who are adjusting to living with grief. We also offer therapeutic counsellor-led groups for support after bereavement by suicide, stillbirth and neo-natal death, or the death of a child. Our groups are welcoming and run by experienced staff and volunteers. At present, all group support is provided via video link.

Our bereavement support may also include one-to-one counselling and support, based on an assessment of your needs. We have an experienced team of specialist bereavement volunteers and counsellors able to provide this support. At present, all one to one support is provided via telephone.

The support we offer to you is dependent on, and tailored to your needs which we identify in your assessment based on the answers you provide in your referral.

If you would like to access our bereavement service please refer yourself online in the first instance, answering all questions as fully as possible. This will take you between 10-15 minutes to complete. If you have an unreliable internet connection, please call 01206 984 274 to refer yourself.