National Bereavement Service
The National Bereavement Service provides practical and emotional assistance after a death. If you or a loved one is experiencing loss, you can access free support today
Marie Curie – Bereavement Support
This service is for adults aged 18 or above, who are grieving after someone has died from a terminal illness. Whether you’re grieving for someone who died recently or a long time ago, we can help by talking through your feelings, sharing information, or simply listening. They don’t offer counselling, but can give you emotional
Grief Encounter
Grief Encounter helps bereaved children, young people and their families find hope and healing through a range of services and resources
Dorothy Parkes Centre – Loss Matters 2025 (8- week support programme)
Loss Matters is a free support programme for members of our local community who have had experience of grief, bereavement, and loss. The programme compounds taught elements with creative activities, scenarios, & space for the participants to share their stories. The essence of the programme is to allow people to explore the taboo of loss
Bennetts Funerals – GriefChat
Bennetts’ believe professional bereavement support should be free and accessible to all in need. That’s why they’ve partnered with Grief Chat. Grief Chat gives you the opportunity to speak with a professional bereavement counsellor through live instant chat. It’s free of charge, Monday to Friday , from 9am until 9pm. The Chat Box will pop
Samaritans
Call, email and write a letter for free (no postage required!). There is also a free Samaritans self-help app. We provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress, despair or have suicidal thoughts. This is for any age
Winston’s Wish
We support grieving children and young people after the death of someone important. Anyone can reach out to us directly using our on-demand services, including live chat, helpline, email and text support. We also offer one-to-one sessions with bereavement support workers and counsellors; however these can only be accessed by making a referral. Anyone aged
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS)
The service exists to meet the needs and overcome the isolation experienced by people over 18, who have been bereaved by suicide. Peer-support is offered in person, online, over the phone, or by email. The website includes resources and there are also virtual support groups for LGBTQ+, Punjabi speakers & men
Kaleidoscope Sanctuary Hub
This service is for anyone aged 18 years old + who is registered with a doctor in Sandwell and identifies as having primary mental health need. We can support you personally or if you are concerned about a family member or friend. You will be able to speak to a friendly support worker, who will
Edward’s Trust
Edward’s Trust is a West Midlands bereavement charity providing support for bereaved children and young people aged between 4-24 and parents bereaved of their child, whatever the age or circumstance. We have 35 years of experience and provide qualified counselling and holistic support for complex or prolonged grief. We do not set time limits and