Living With Loss

Seen me on #SongsofPraise #BBC & would like a talk on grief at your church, club or organisation? Click this link to find out more livingwithloss555742461.wordpress.com/invite-a-speak…

Embracing light after loss: A seasonal reflection as the days get shorter avalleyjournal.wordpress.com/2024/12/04/emb… via @with_loss

We offer free online support groups for anyone who has lost someone to suicide. They can give you the space you need to talk through your feelings with others who have similar experiences. Find out more and book online 👇 bit.ly/3EhWB7V

We did it ❤️❤️❤️ Everyone in England can now apply for a baby loss certificate, whether the loss was yesterday or eighty years ago. Ten years ago, I had a dream that the parents of every baby that was lost in pregnancy would be able to be given an official government-issued certificate, so we launched a campaign. Mariposa International (Saying Goodbye) was a lone voice until Baroness Floella Benjamin pledged to support us in our endeavour. Roll forward a few years to March 2018 when The Secretary of State for Health asked me and Samantha Collinge to co-chair and author the government’s pregnancy loss review, which included looking at the feasibility of introducing the certificate. All of that work has resulted in this significant day. I know how much this means to so many people as your babies are finally being officially acknowledged. You can apply for a certificate here: gov.uk/request-baby-l…

Handbook of Ideas for Remembering Our Child. A unique publication designed as a resource that you can dip into when looking for ideas for honouring your child or sibling's memory or ways to feel closer to them. Thank you Adam Simms Foundation for support tcf.org.uk/flip/Rememberi…

BBC News - iPhone: Anglesey widower's battle for wife's photos for funeral - BBC News bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Are you caring for children who are grieving? Join us on Sunday morning, September 8th for a free virtual workshop on childhood grief. We'll explore how kids' grief changes across ages and stages. Please share!

My family have all but ignored the anniversary of my partner’s death. Am I wrong to feel so hurt? | Leading questions theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/a…

Senseless death & senseless disruption: Bebe, Elsie and Alice - a bereaved parent's viewpoint avalleyjournal.wordpress.com/2024/08/04/sen…

Time Together Service - A Service of Reflection For People Affected By Suicide Sat 7 Sep, 2 pm This year the beautiful 'Suicide Memorial Quilt' will be on display - a beautiful work of art and love. For more information and to book your place go to eventbrite.co.uk/e/time-togethe…

Our thoughts are with everybody impacted by the horrendous events in Southport this week. Please visit our website for bereavement support cruse.org.uk

The passion for change amongst bereaved mothers. ...Gun reform advocates embrace a new tactic: running for office theguardian.com/us-news/articl…

Bereavement in early life may accelerate ageing, research shows theguardian.com/society/articl…

Waiting to feel better - when grief is raw avalleyjournal.wordpress.com/2024/07/29/wai…

@440Theatre thanks for fun afternoon at Bolton Gate Farm. What a view on this 12th night of midsummer 👍. Like what you've done with Shakespeare

a few new poems written by people bereaved of their spouses avalleyjournal.wordpress.com/2024/07/09/gri… @WidowedAndYoung @CruseSupport

URGENT! Pls share. The last chance to register to vote in the General Election is 11.59pm tomorrow Tue 18 June. Potentially 8m aren't registered at their current address. Here's 4 key facts... 1) You can do it online here registertovote.service.gov.uk/country-of-res… 2) It's good for your finances. Not being on electoral roll can make it more difficult to be accepted for credit products like bank accounts or mortgages. 3) You can opt out of the 'Open Register' (which allows your info to be sold on) which will stop you getting junk mail marketing ) 4) You'll need ID when you do vote (not to register) if you don't have it, you can get it free until Wed 26 June gov.uk/apply-for-phot…

Many people find Father's Day difficult. Take care of yourself today. Our website has lots of information that you might find helpful at cruse.org.uk

@CarersUK @AccessCharity1 It is worthwhile bearing in mind that many carers also take on the role of advocate, sometimes needing to become quite expert in their person's medical conditions. Requesting or sometimes badgering for appointments. Correcting errors due to lack of communication between depts

Carers UK have teamed up with @AccessCharity1 to offer specialist support about social care in England. The online solution called #AccessAva helps you find out about the rights you have and the rights of anyone you're caring for. Find out more 👉 carersuk.org/press-releases…