Steps to register a death on the Government website
The Carers Trust has advice and links on ways to cope with grief.
Cavendish Cancer Care
Therapeutic support for children and young people affected by cancer
Riprap
Website for teenagers who have a parent with cancer. Learn more about cancer and its treatment, read the experiences of other young people and share your own story.
Help for families around talking to their children when a close relative is dying
A range of information including what to tell the children in your life, handling difficult questions, and how to talk to children of different ages including very young children.
Behaviours that teachers might see in children who have been bereaved
a comprehensive overview of some common responses to death experienced by many bereaved children and young people
Macmillan - Information for Young Carers
A range of resources for young carers affected by cancer including the following booklets which are free to order:
- Talking to Children and Teenagers When an Adult Has Cancer
- Preparing a Child for Loss
- The Cancer Guide for Young People
ANTS (A Nice Time on Saturdays)
A Nice Time on Saturdays (ANTS) is a student-led group, based at The University of Sheffield Students Union, committed to helping children who have suffered bereavement. They run activity days for children aged between eight and eleven years.
The activity days provide children with an opportunity to meet others of their own age experiencing similar emotions. The days are designed to allow children to express themselves, build confidence and make friends.
A Nice Time on Saturdays offers the opportunity to take part in a variety of expressive craft activities, sports and games. Most sessions take place in the Students Union building and sometimes the children are taken out on a trip. The days are free of charge, running from 10:30am-3:30pm and lunch is provided.
Tel: 0114 222 8685 / Email: ants@sheffield.ac.uk
When Someone Very Special Dies: Children Can Learn to Cope with Grief
Useful book for younger children, with lots of space for drawing to help children express themselves.
Winston’s Wish
Childhood bereavement charity offering practical support and guidance to bereaved children, their families and professionals.
Cruse Bereavement (children & young people)
Rainbows
Bereavement and loss support for children and young people, including training and resources for professionals
Gone Forever Bereavement Trust
Information, resources and training
After Someone Dies
Booklet for young people.
Hope Again
Hope Again is the youth website of Cruse Bereavement Care. It is a safe place, where young people who are facing grief can share their stories with others. The site includes information about Cruse services, a listening ear from other young people, and advice for anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
A self-support group for anyone aged over 18 who has lost a friend or family member by suicide which meets monthly in a Sheffield city centre location.