Bereavement

Grief can differ from person to person depending on their relationship, the way in which the person had died, and the support they have. Grief is a natural and normal response to loss, however there is help available if needed and you do not need to do it alone. While many of us manage with the help and support of family and friends, there is often a need for additional support or information and many people will speak with their GP or access a support service to help them. More detailed information and links to support services as well as practical guides regarding what needs done and who you might have to contact when someone has died can be found at: www.yoursupportglasgow.org/bereavement.

Support or guidance is also available through the following organisations:

Sudden

Support and information for people who have experienced a sudden bereavement.

Website: www.sudden.org

Telephone: 0800 2600 400

Samaritans

Samaritans provide emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide.

Website: www.samaritans.org

Telephone: 116 123

Lifelink

Free one to one confidential counselling and group therapy for Glasgow residents.

Website: www.lifelink.org.uk

Telephone: 0141 552 4434

Support After Suicide Partnership

Practical information for anyone who has experienced a bereavement by suicide.

Website: www.supportaftersuicide.org.uk

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs

Advice and counselling for anyone who has lost someone who used alcohol or drugs.

Website: www.sfad.org.uk

Telephone: 08080 101011

Cruse Bereavement Care

Help for anyone experiencing bereavement to understand their grief and cope with their loss.

Website: www.crusescotland.org.uk

Telephone: 0808 802 6161

At a Loss

Searchable website of national and local bereavement support services.

Website: www.ataloss.org

Breathing Space

Confidential phone service for anyone over the age of 16 experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety.

Website: www.breathingspace.scot

Telephone: 0800 83 85 87