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 student-led volunteer group that organises free activity days for children aged 8-11 years from Sheffield who have recently experienced a close family bereavement. Provides fun days, which include craft activities in the morning and more outgoing, adventurous pursuits in the afternoon. Tel: 0114 222 8547 / 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.