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  1. What we do

What we do

The Children’s Bereavement Centre is run by a committed team of friendly, supportive and professional people who are passionate about helping children and young people to cope with the grieving process brought on by the death or terminal illness diagnosis that has a prognosis of a year or less for survival of someone close.

Although it is a natural part of life, the loss of someone close can be a distressing and overwhelming experience, especially for children and young people.

The Centre is open to children aged 3 to 18 and we offer a welcoming and safe environment for them and their families to receive the help and guidance they need at one of the most devastating times in their lives.

It’s really easy to refer to our services which are offered completely free of charge.

"Amazing place.  The staff make the service amazing and know exactly what is needed and how to support a family when everything has collapsed under them.  Wonderful."   


100% of families the Children's Bereavement Centre have evaluated have seen an improvement following face-to-face and/or group support.

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All of the children and young people we work with have experienced trauma due to the death or terminal illness of someone important to them. The death can be caused by many things, including accident, illness, suicide, murder or manslaughter.

As a result of a bereavement children are more likely to;

  • have behavioural problems
  • change schools or be excluded
  • have lack of concentration
  • avoid participating in clubs
  • have difficulty making friends
  • struggle with anxiety, anger, drinking and/or use of substances

Bereaved children are extremely vulnerable to mental health disorders as they may be confused and upset by what they are feeling but unable to identify or understand why.


Alongside children and families, we undertake assessments to monitor changes and outcomes.  Every child and young person is different and the reasons they need support vary.  Some have significant changes in their behaviour and others may have one challenge such as dealing with anger or not sleeping.  In the past year, 100% of families the Children's Bereavement Centre have evaluated have seen an improvement following face-to-face and/or group support.





The death or serious illness of someone close can have a devastating effect on a child or young person. 

Providing appropriate timely support, empowering children and young people to manage their feelings with the long-term support of their parents/carers, reducing isolation and providing a safe and confidential environment where they are listened to and taken seriously, can reduce the effects of trauma and anxiety, increase emotional well-being and stop or reduce mental health issues later in childhood or adulthood.




"Absolutely amazing service. My son responded really well to the sessions and has more understanding of his emotions and how to process them. It has been so nice for him to have a safe and private place for him to come to."

Make A Referral

Make A Referral

We accept referrals from professionals and families for children aged between 3-18 years and their parents/carers affected by the death or terminal illness of someone important to them Read more

Published: 27th January, 2022

Updated: 17th May, 2022

Author: Kate Baxter

Funding

Funding

All of our core services are provided completely free of charge to professionals and bereaved families. Each year it costs around £300,000 o support hundreds of people who access our support Read more

Published: 24th August, 2021

Updated: 27th January, 2022

Author: Rachel Wilson

Latest News

Latest News

Find out the latest CBC news and updates in our latest blogs. Read more

Published: 30th June, 2021

Author: Rachel Wilson

Where We Cover

Where We Cover

Locations across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire that you can access our service. Read more

Published: 26th April, 2021

Updated: 4th February, 2022

Author: Rachel Wilson

Case Study

Case Study

Some of the families we have supported share their experiences to show how we have helped and supported them during one of the most difficult times of their lives. Read more

Published: 9th March, 2020

Updated: 29th January, 2022

Author: Kate Baxter

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Childrens Bereavement Centre
3 Kings Road
Newark
Notts
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