GRIEF.

Someone you know is preparing for their first Christmas without their husband, grandad, wife, grandmother, mother, father, brother, sister, daughter or son. Others are preparing for their last. Regardless of the specifics, remember that this season of joy is often a season of sorrow for many. Be kind, be generous, give love, give help; if nothing else, just don't give people a hard time. Here are some links and helplines that can support you further with your healing journey. Wishing you nothing but love, strength and healing. Child Bereavement UK: 0800 028 8840 childbereavementuk.orgSupport when a baby or child of any age is dying, or a child is facing bereavement. The Compassionate Friends: 0345 123 2304tcf.org.ukProvides support to bereaved families after the death of a child. Cruse Bereavement Support: 0808 808 1677cruse.org.ukInformation and support after a bereavement. Dying Matters: dyingmatters.orgCoalition of individual and organisational members across England and Wales, aiming to help people talk more openly about dying, death and bereavement, and to make plans for the end of life. The Good Grief Trust: thegoodgrieftrust.orgCharity run by the bereaved, helping all those suffering grief in the UK. Can help you find reassurance, advice and support Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) uk-sobs.org.ukEmotional and practical support and local groups for anyone bereaved or affected by suicide.