Bereavement Support & After Care

The death of a loved one can be a very distressing time, and while we are here to help you through the arrangements for the funeral, we know that it is often the time after the funeral that is the most difficult.

Please find below some links that may be of use if you would like ongoing bereavement support and advice.

Cruse

Helps people through one of the most painful times in life – with bereavement support, information and campaigning.

 

Marie Curie

Offers a safe, confidential space to discuss your feelings and emotions around bereavement.

 

SANDS

Provides excellent bereavement care and support after pregnancy loss and baby death.

 

Samaritans

Provides emotional support to anyone in emotional distress.

 

Sue Ryder

Bereavement support to people facing the most difficult times of their lives.

 

 There may be additional peer support services in many areas, information about these can often be found at places of worship, community centres, libraries or your doctor’s surgery.

Bereavement grants and financial support

Did you know that if your partner dies and you are under the state pension age you may be eligible to receive Bereavement Support Payment from the Government?

This Bereavement Support Payment is not means-tested. This means what you earn or how much you have in savings will not affect what you get.

If you have low income and or are claiming benefits you may also be eligible to claim for a funeral support payment to assist you to pay for your loved ones funeral as well as your bereavement support payment.

How soon you make your claim can also affect how much money you can receive. You usually need to make a claim within 3 months of your partner’s death to receive the full amount, but it is certainly worth investigating even if this time has passed.

To find out more about bereavement payments all you need to do is go to www.gov.uk/bereavement-support-payment  or call the Government bereavement helpline on  0800 151 2012

Please note, these bereavement grants are made available from the government and all questions, including eligibility, would need to be directed to them via the contact details above. 

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Comprehensive guides when arranging the funeral of a loved one.

 

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Christmas Remembrance Services 2024

We are delighted to be able to invite you and your family to our 2024 Remembrance Services

This year they will be held at:

ST MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS LOCKSBOTTOM
Thursday 5th December
7:30pm – 8:30pm

CHRISTCHURCH ELTHAM
Wednesday 11th December
7:30pm – 9:00pm