grief

Death doesn’t just disrupt a person’s life – it can change it forever. When someone you know experiences a bereavement, it may be hard to know what to say or how to offer comfort and support. This is particularly true if you have not experienced a bereavement yourself. There are many ways to support someone who is grieving.

How to help a bereaved person in the first few days after a death

Contact the bereaved person as soon as possible after the death. This might be a personal visit, telephone call, text message, sympathy card or flowers. Attend the funeral or memorial service if you can, they need to know that you care enough to support them through this difficult process. For more information pop onto the Australian Centre for Grief & Bereavement where you will find helpful resources for yourself, family or friends.