Family Support Services for Adults
Supporting people experiencing bereavement
Bereavement
Bereavement is something that we will all face in our lifetime and how an individual will respond to this will vary from person to person. One thing is certain though, seeking help and support when it’s needed, at the right time, can be a lifeline for some people in distress.
Tynedale Hospice at Home provides support, following a diagnosis of a life-limiting illness, or the death of a loved one. We aim to help those left behind, cope and adapt in their new situation.
This free and confidential service is available to anyone living in the West Northumberland, Tynedale and Ponteland areas who is experiencing bereavement, whether they have been touched by hospice care or not.
How we can help
It doesn’t matter whether the death of a loved one was expected or sudden – it can be a shattering experience. We are here to help people cope and restore hope for the future.
We offer pre-bereavement and bereavement support with one of our trained bereavement volunteers, either in the comfort of your own home or at our base in Hexham in Northumberland, for as long as you feel you need it. You can self refer or be referred to us by your GP or another health professional.
And because there is no ‘beginning’ or ‘end’ to bereavement you can seek our services at any time – no matter how long after your loved one has died. We are here for you whenever you feel you need support.