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.
Our core services are free, but as a registered charity donations are always welcome. Our services are available to children and young people aged 3-18 and their close family members regardless of race, class, sexual orientation, disability and special needs.
We support children and young people who have lost someone close to them, or who are pre-bereaved and have someone in their life with a terminal diagnosis of less than a year.
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
We work with children and young people aged between 3 and 18 in a number of ways to provide them with the support that's right for them. Read more
We also work with children who have someone close to them who have been given a terminal diagnosis. Read more
If you are concerned about a child or young person affected by bereavement or terminal illness, we have trained advisors who will aim to call you back within 48 working hours of your initial enquiry. Read more
Sometimes a death can effect a whole group of children, so we also work with schools to help staff provide support for their children. Read more
Talking to a child about the death of someone close may be the hardest thing you have ever done or will ever do. However, children do need to be told the truth and it is preferable that it comes from a parent, carer, or someone close to them Read more
We have created a list of books which we have found helpful when working with bereaved children, young people and their families. Read more
We offer a whole range of activities for our service users and their families. Read more