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Guidance on grief, bereavement support, and coping after a loss.

Coping with Grief: Understanding Bereavement and Finding Support

Coping with Grief: Understanding Bereavement and Finding Support

Losing someone you love is one of the most difficult experiences you will face. This compassionate guide explains the grief process, physical symptoms, when to seek help, and where to find bereavement support in the UK.

16 min read

Anniversary Grief: Why Dates Hit Hard and What Helps

Anniversary Grief: Why Dates Hit Hard and What Helps

Grief can surge on anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays — sometimes years later. Discover why these dates feel so overwhelming and find practical, compassionate strategies to help you through them.

8 min read

Helping Children Understand Death and Cope with Grief | NAFD

Helping Children Understand Death and Cope with Grief | NAFD

Practical, compassionate guidance for parents and carers on explaining death to children of all ages, supporting grieving children, and knowing when to seek professional help.

9 min read

Grief at Work: Your Rights, Options and How to Cope (2026)

Grief at Work: Your Rights, Options and How to Cope (2026)

Everything you need to know about bereavement at work in the UK — your legal rights, what good employers offer, how to return after loss, and where to find support when grief follows you to work.

15 min read

How to Support a Grieving Friend or Family Member | NAFD

How to Support a Grieving Friend or Family Member | NAFD

Losing someone is devastating — and knowing how to help can feel impossible. This compassionate guide shows you exactly what to say, what to do, and how to truly be there for someone you love.

7 min read

Complicated Grief: When Grief Doesn't Get Easier | NAFD

Complicated Grief: When Grief Doesn't Get Easier | NAFD

Complicated grief affects thousands of people in the UK each year. Learn to recognise the warning signs, understand how it differs from normal grief, and find the right support for you or someone you love.

8 min read

Supporting Elderly Parents Through Bereavement | NAFD Guide

Supporting Elderly Parents Through Bereavement | NAFD Guide

Losing a lifelong partner or close friend affects older people deeply — and differently. This compassionate guide helps you support your elderly parent through grief, from daily practical help to spotting the warning signs that they need more care.

9 min read

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