Community Directory

UK charity supporting families affected by a loved one’s drug use, alcohol use or gambling. Provides information, one?to?one support and resources, alongside training and campaigning to improve services, awareness and outcomes for families.

AtaLoss is a UK bereavement charity providing a national online directory and resources to help people find local and specialist support, alongside raising awareness and improving access to bereavement care.

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/bereavement-and-medical-examiner-service/

The Birth Trauma Association supports women and families who have experienced traumatic birth, works to improve parents’ birth experiences, and engages with health professionals and researchers. Peer support is provided via email and phone from trained peer supporters who have all experienced birth trauma. If you have a preference for talking to someone who has had a similar experience to you, just mention it in your initial call or email. The team includes a dad, Steve, who supports other dads.

Blood Cancer UK is a UK charity funding research and supporting people affected by blood cancer, providing information, advice, a support line and peer support for patients, families and carers.

Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity, providing information, support and resources for people affected, while campaigning for early diagnosis and better treatment to improve survival and quality of life.

Breast Cancer Now is the UK’s leading breast cancer charity, funding research, providing expert information and support, and campaigning to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment so everyone affected can live well

Child Bereavement UK is a national charity supporting children, young people and families when a child dies or someone close is dying, providing free bereavement support, information and training for professionals.

Free, confidential suppport for people of all ages struggling with grief and loss

This is a free, private and confidential service. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.