The Compassionate Friends
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- Opening times:
Helpline available Monday to Thursday: 10am–4pm and 7pm–9pm Friday: 10am–4pm Closed on bank holidays.
- Remote
- Adults (over 18)
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is an organisation of bereaved parents offering support, understanding and friendship to others after the loss of a child, of any age, from any cause.
TCF offer a National Telephone Helpline, staffed by bereaved parents only, who are available for support and information. T: 0345 123 2304 E: [email protected] The helpline is available Monday to Thursday: 10am–4pm and 7pm–9pm Friday: 10am–4pm Closed on bank holidays.
They also offer a website and moderated online forum, online support groups, walks, gatherings and retreats, information leaflets, bereavement support publications and a postal library. Some specialist sibling support is also available.
The best way to begin finding appropriate access to your support needs is via their Helpline and website. The Helpline also has the most up to date details about the support activities that are available locally, including the local support group.
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