Someone you love has died - a leaflet for young people aged 12 and over

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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
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Free Specialist Bereavement Support for Children & Families

The Children's Bereavement Centre is a registered charity that provides free specialist support for children and young people aged 3 -18 years as well as their parents or carers who are affected by the death or terminal-illness of someone important to them.
Training for Professionals

We offer a number of training sessions for professionals, who want to build on their knowledge and skills to support children and young people affected by the death or terminal illness of someone important to them.
Where We Cover

Locations across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire that you can access our service.
Training for Parents & Carers

“You can’t protect your children from the pain of loss, but there is a great deal you can do to strengthen their coping skills and to nurture their emotional health & happiness; now, and in the future. Find out more about our FREE training sessions.
Pre-Bereavement Support

We also work with children who have someone close to them who have been given a terminal diagnosis.
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