Useful links
Navigating the loss of a child is a profound challenge, and finding the right support can make all the difference. We’ve gathered a list of trusted organisations and resources that provide guidance, comfort and practical assistance to families coping with bereavement.
Winston’s Wish is the UK’s childhood bereavement charity. We support children and their families after the death of a parent or sibling.
Helpline: 08088 020 021
AnamCara focus on how to journey on and cope after the loss of a child for all bereaved parents in Ireland.
Tel: 00353 1404 5378
Mobile: 00353 85288 8888
Child Bereavement UK supports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying, or when a child is facing bereavement.
Tel: 0800 0288 840
Child Death Helpline understands that the death of a child is one of the most devastating events that anyone may experience. Sometimes, the feelings of grief can be so overwhelming that they make everyday living very difficult—we’re here to help. Our dedicated helpline offers support to anyone affected by the death of a child of any age, under any circumstances, however recent or long ago.
Tel: 0800 282 986
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is the UK’s only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents, adult siblings and grandparents who have experienced the death of a child, sibling or grandchild.
Helpline: 0345 123 2304
Cruse offers face-to-face, telephone, email and website support. They have a Freephone national helpline and local services, and a website (hopeagain.org.uk) specifically for children and young people.
Tel: 0808 808 1677
Life After Loss is here to help anyone affected by the loss of a baby. They provide support and information to those who have been through the death of a baby at any stage of pregnancy, or early in life, for any reason.
The Miscarriage Association acknowledges the distress associated with pregnancy loss and strives to make a positive difference to those it affects.
Helpline: 01924 200 799
SANDS is the stillbirth and neonatal death charity. We operate throughout the UK, supporting anyone affected by the death of a baby, working to improve the care bereaved parents receive, and promoting research to reduce the loss of babies’ lives.
NI Helpline: 077 4099 3450
The Lullaby Trust offer confidential support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or young child.
Helpline: 0808 802 6868
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