Grief Specialists CIC

"We hear so often that people have been medicated for grief, and actually, grief doest need to be fixed. It needs to be heard." Maria Bailey co-founder of GriefSpecialists.org @griefpros #grief #loss #bereavement open.spotify.com/episode/3rWARz…

Honouring someone's memory on Father's Day can be deeply meaningful. Here are a few heartfelt ways to remember them.. #fathersdaygrief #lossofafather #lossofalovedone #rememberingalovedone #copingwithloss

Today's article from Eva Nabunya, one of our grief specialists, discusses what she wishes people knew about grief. Whether you are newly bereaved, or grieving a marriage that ended 20 years ago, there's something here for you. griefspecialists.org/post/the-one-t… #grief #griefspecialists

At the start of this year’s Dying Matters Awareness Week, we share our thoughts about this year’s theme in today’s article, the culture of dying matters. griefspecialists.org/post/dying-mat… #dyingmattersawarenessweek #grief #griefspecialists #griefsupport #loss #bereavement

Wendy Grainger, one of our grief specialists has written today's article about the hidden grief some families feel at this time of year, and provides some useful tips about how to cope. griefspecialists.org/post/when-the-… #grief #Easter #griefsupport #griefspecialists #bereavement

Are you, or is someone in your workplace a carer for someone with a life limiting or long-term illness? People might assume grief starts when life ends, but it often begins earlier. griefspecialists.org/post/living-lo… #carer #grief #livinggrief #griefsupport #griefs

Whatever your situation, please know that it is perfectly normal to have mixed feelings about Mother’s Day. lnkd.in/dYTvAYCS #grief #mothersday #griefspecialists #griefsupport

@geraintjohn_ Sometimes the anticipation and the lead-up to the day can feel worse than the day itself. Good idea to plan your week. Take care of you.

Mother’s Day coming up. I’ve recognised patterns in my behaviour that I get a bit stressed out so planning the week and avoiding card shops.

This #SocialPrescribingDay2025 here's a free resource for social prescribers - griefspecialists.org/sp And an article - griefspecialists.org/post/social-pr…

Tomorrow is #WorldYogaDay. Grief Yoga® is a powerful way to shift that energy, using movement, breath, and sound to help release pain and reconnect back to love. Find 5 poses and details of an online class here: griefspecialists.org/post/world-yog…

Calling bereaved men: will you help my colleagues to improve the support we offer to deathbed companions? Volunteer by email at dbe.research.enquiries@lancaster.ac.uk All bereaved voices welcome, but the researchers are especially short of responses from men. Please share.

Many people are struggling with the delays in funerals and not being able to say goodbye to loved ones due to new death certificate reforms. Find out more here: griefspecialists.org/post/a-call-fo…

Thank you to Sarah Edmonds for our latest article on art therapy and how it can be a powerful means for exploring grief. Sarah is a qualified art psychotherapist who specialises in supporting individuals through bereavement, grief, and loss. griefspecialists.org/post/the-integ… #grief

It's common for anyone who is grieving to believe that taking time for themselves is selfish or indulgent when they 'should' be focusing on their loss or supporting other grieving family members. Here's why self care is essnetial: griefspecialists.org/post/why-self-… #grief #selfcare

Sorting through photos after someone has died can be a daunting task. See our latest article on where to start. griefspecialists.org/post/10-tips-f… #grief #griefsupport #photos #houseclearance

Our organisation is pleased to get behind the @goodgrieftrust this National Grief Awareness Week and shine a light on all our wonderful colleagues supporting people in their grief. #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek

This Children’s Grief Awareness Week 2024, we're sharing an article by Deb Brown on how we can recognise and support children going through the complex journey of grief. griefspecialists.org/post/children-…

Have you found yourself turning to food when you're grieving? You're not alone. It's something many of us do. Find out why, and what you can do about it in today's article. We have grief specialists available via our website who can support you. griefspecialists.org/post/emotional… #grief

Our hearts go out to Liam's family, friends, and fans. Thank you to Harpers Bazaar for including our words in this article. #grief #LiamPayne #OneDirection harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/cul…

One of the lesser-discussed aspects of loss is the fear of forgetting—particularly, the fear of forgetting the sound of a loved one’s voice after they’ve died. Today's article looks at this in more detail and offers some helpful insights. griefspecialists.org/post/the-fear-… #grief