Resources

I’ve gathered together recommendations for organisations that can help and support you as you navigate this challenging time.

If you are considering a more hands-on approach to a funeral here is a list of what I’ve found to be some very helpful websites:

It can be overwhelming having to contact so many different organisations regarding bank accounts, passports, pensions etc… so many pesky forms to fill out. The first port of call I’d recommend is Direct Gov where you’ll find all the public services under one roof. The site contains links to various organisations including benefits, pensions, council tax and local services.

I look after you as much as I possibly can but I am not a trained grief counsellor. Below I’ve gathered together some supportive organisations that you may find helpful.

  • Advice UK is a network for organisations who give advice, and can help put you in touch with the right one.
    Call: 0300 777 0107 / Email: mail@adviceuk.org.uk

  • Age Uk supports and assists a network of over 300 local Age UKs and Age Concerns. Between them they provide an extensive network throughout England. They have fact sheets and information on all aspects of death and bereavement.
    Call: 0800 055 6112 / Email: contact@ageuk.org.uk

  • Care for the Family is a UK-wide charity in many areas of family life including bereavement support.
    Call: 029 2081 0800 / Email: mail@cff.org.uk

  • Guidestar is an excellent search site for local and smaller bereavement charities.
    Email: info@guidestarinternational.org

  • National Association of Widows
    For information and details of local branches:
    Call: 0845 838 2261 / Email: info@nawidows.org.uk

  • SADS UK provides information and support to people who have been affected by sudden cardiac arrest or bereaved through sudden death.
    Call: 01277 811215 / Email: info@sadsuk.org

  • Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
    Helpline: 0300 111 5065 / Email: sobs.support@hotmail.com