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Emotional Support

After someone you love dies, you might feel very lonely. This can make you feel sad, worried, or even unwell. Some people stop seeing others and feel like no one understands them. This can make the grief feel even worse.

It’s important to talk to people. You can speak to family and friends or to support groups and professionals. Talking to others who have also lost someone can really help.

Everyone is different, so the kind of support you choose might be different too. What matters most is finding what feels right for you.

One to One Support

One-to-one support can help when someone you love has died. You can talk to a trained person about how you feel. What you say is private and safe.

You might talk about the person who died, how their death has made you feel, and ways to help you cope. You can take your time and talk in your own way. The person supporting you will listen and help you find ways to feel a bit better and manage your grief.

This support can happen over the phone, on a video call, or face to face—whatever works best for you.

Group Support

When someone you care about dies, it can feel very confusing and upsetting. You might feel lost or unsure about what to do next.

Joining a support group can help. In a group, you can talk about your feelings, find comfort, and learn ways to cope. Some groups are run by charities or health services. Others are more relaxed and happen in the community.

These groups are safe places where you can speak freely. People listen without judging, and what you say is kept private.

Peer Support

When you are grieving, it can help to talk to others who have also lost someone. They understand how it feels because they have been through it too. This is called peer support.

Sometimes, peer support is just people coming together to talk and help each other. Other times, it is more organised. People might meet in a group to talk or do something together, like take a walk in nature. It can also be just two people meeting to chat. Peer support can happen in person or online.
Peer support is about being kind and respectful. People listen without judging. They also keep what is said private.

It can help to talk to someone who really understands what you are going through, whether that’s in person or online. You don’t have to go through grief alone.

Last updated: 25/06/2025
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