https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/This area of the Forum will provide you with knowledge of the support provided by the MOD, Royal Navy, and our Charities if you are dealing with Bereavement.en-USTelligent Community 12https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/what-to-do-when-someone-diesWed, 26 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:5018a2b0-46d7-4eb3-b801-e14618188420ASK INFOIf you would like some support on how to register the death, notify government departments, deal with the deceased estate or any other legal requirements then do visit GOV.UK which has a specific page relevant to this need. FIND OUT MORE: What To Do When Someone Dies: Step By Step | GOV.UKGriefDeathREGISTER A DEATHWHAT TO DO WHEN SOMEONE DIESbereavementGov.ukhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/rn-fps-visiting-officerWed, 26 Aug 2026 10:10:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:8afe6ae6-e957-4aef-990b-6a0da7775de6ASK INFORoyal Navy Family & People Support (RN FPS), through their Visiting Officer role, provide timely and sensitive support to bereaved Service personnel and their families. All RN FPS Visiting Officers (VO’s) are specialist welfare workers. VO’s could be military or civilian staff; they are either qualified Social Workers or graduates of the Defence School of Specialist Welfare Course. This means that to be able to take on this role, they must successfully complete the appropriate training to ensure they have the skills and knowledge for their role and engage in continuous professional development to ensure they are best equipped to meet the needs of bereaved RN families. The VO will make contact with a bereaved family, normally within 24 hours, of Kin-forming by the Notifying Officer. They will support the family with their grief, and act as a conduit of information and access control between the family, the Chain of Command, and other interested parties. RN FPS will continue to provide direct support to the family until such time it is agreed that it is no longer required and all Service-related matters concluded. VO’s are also appointed to work with Service Personnel who, following diagnosis, receive a poor prognosis. The VO will assist and support the Service Person and their families to prepare emotionally and practically for the challenges ahead. If you would like to know more about the VO role or the support available through RN FPS. FIND OUT MORE : Please contact navypeople-psrnfpsportal@mod.gov.uk Purple Book Bereavement Guide For Families Of Service Personnel - GOV.UKIllnessRN FPSvoslossbereavementfamily and people supporthttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/every-mind-mattersWed, 26 Aug 2026 10:05:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:6fe01e43-fc10-4ead-b465-caaf58ed1455ASK INFOLosing a loved one or experiencing other traumatic events can have a long-lasting negative impact on our mental health. There are lots of sources of support and information that can help if you have experienced traumatic events. FIND OUT MORE: Bereavement And Traumatic Events - Every Mind Matters | NHSNHSevery mind matterslossbereavementsupporthttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/grief-after-bereavementWed, 26 Aug 2026 09:41:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:e757f6cc-000e-41a1-817f-a856264cb569ASK INFOCoping with grief after the death of a loved one can be one of the hardest things we ever go through. You might be dealing with lots of different emotions, and it can be hard to know what support is available and how to access it. FIND OUT MORE: Get Help With Grief After Bereavement Or Loss | NHS How To Deal With Grief After A Bereavement | Age UK Support And Self-Care For Grief | Mind What To Do After Someone Dies: Bereavement Help And Support | GOV.UK Managing Grief | Cruse Bereavement SupportGrieflossbereavementhelporganisationshttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/dandelion-military-familiesTue, 25 Aug 2026 09:45:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:da882517-0775-4c24-9b21-6552fac0546dASK INFODandelion Military Families collaborates with national organisations like Sands , to bring strategic level support to military families who have experienced bereavement; and working with stakeholders from the military and healthcare sector to raise awareness about the multi-faceted challenges faced, particularly in the perinatal period. FIND OUT MORE: Dandelion Military Families | Parental Mental Health Sands | Saving Babies' Lives. Supporting Bereaved FamiliesBabiesSANDSpregnancyDANDELIONhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/ssafa-bereaved-support-groupsTue, 25 Aug 2026 09:35:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:f077f88f-f76f-46ee-b4a0-5db8b5426d64ASK INFOSSAFA offers dedicated support groups for bereaved Armed Forces families, providing opportunities to connect with others who have experienced a similar loss. These offer a safe and understanding environment where participants can share experiences, receive peer support, and take time for reflection and respite. Groups are open to adults (18+) from military families who have experienced the loss of a serving member of the Armed Forces or a veteran. Through SSAFA's bereavement support groups, participants can build connections with others who truly understand the challenges of military bereavement. With events designed to encourage conversation, mutual support, and connection within a compassionate and welcoming community. Each support group holds one or two events throughout the year, giving beneficiaries the opportunity to meet in person and benefit from peer-to-peer support in a safe and supportive setting. Please note: Whilst SSAFA support groups facilitate connection and shared experiences between members, they do not provide therapeutic support. FIND OUT MORE: Support groups for bereaved families | Military families | SSAFA Need To Talk? Contact Forcesline (Free & confidentia l) : 0800 260 6767 New Online: Live ChatGriefsuicidebereavedwounded injured and sickSSAFAsupport groupshttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/cruse-bereavement-supportMon, 24 Aug 2026 14:19:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:cf95ad45-024e-4cc4-9909-17cdbaa44064ASK INFOCruse can support you no matter how long you’ve been grieving. Trained in all types of bereavement, their volunteers can help you make sense of how you’re feeling right now. FIND OUT MORE: About Cruse Understanding Grief What To Do After Someone Dies How To Help Someone With Grief Workplace and Training Get Support Helpline : 0808 808 1677GriefDeathget supportbereavementcrusehttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/rnrm-widows-associationMon, 24 Aug 2026 13:12:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:bdd9f758-608a-43d2-ab6d-57efe489c71bASK INFOThe Royal Navy Royal Marines Widows’ Association supports those who have lost a recognised partner who is serving or has served in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines. All who have experienced loss are welcome to join, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the death. Aims of the Association: To offer support and friendship to the bereaved whose spouse/recognised partner was serving in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines at the time of their death. To help the bereaved and their children to ensure they are recognised by Royal Navy and Royal Marine related organisations. To work with the Royal Navy and Royal Marines and the Ministry of Defence to improve their approach to bereavement. To ensure representation by sharing experiences and suggestions in a bid to shape change, primarily via the Defence Bereaved Families Group. FIND OUT MORE: Royal Navy Royal Marines Widows' Association Facebook: www.facebook.com/rnrmwidowsassoc TEL: 07462 376850 Email: sarah@rnrmwidows.orgGriefRNRM WidowslossbereavementRoyal NavywidowsRoyal Marineshttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/nspcc--children-grief-lossMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:58:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:814b2d28-3b69-45ce-88f3-9627e143050cASK INFOThere’s no right way to grieve. Feeling sad, angry, or confused, laughing about a memory, and having lots of questions are some of the ways a child might cope with the loss of someone they loved. If you’re an adult who’s helping them understand what’s happening and how they’re feeling, the NSPCC offer advice and guidance from their experts to help you support children through the journey of grief and loss. FIND OUT MORE: Family Bereavement: How to support children through grief and loss | NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 Email: help@nspcc.org.ukGriefHelplinelossbereavementnspcchttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/samaritan-s-facing-the-future-groupsMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:55:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:cc2cd7b5-c1a1-4552-8815-cc856c548d9aASK INFOSamaritans provide a safe, free, and confidential space to talk through grief. Volunteers listen without judgment, do not tell you what to do, and help you process difficult emotions after losing someone FIND OUT MORE: Support groups for people bereaved by suicide | Samaritans Call at any time, day or night: 116 123 (Free from any phone) In person visits : Find a branchsuicidefacing the futuregroupslossbereavementonlinesamaritanshttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/when-a-child-dies-leaflet---ncmdMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:40:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:ee5faadb-6002-447a-9ecf-3cd76aeca82cASK INFOThe When A Child Dies guide has been put together by a group of bereaved parents, support organisations and professionals; it is for parents and carers of a child under 18 to help you understand some of the things that will now happen and the support that is available. This guide should be given to you in the early days after your child has died which we know can be a difficult time. Not all the information will be relevant for you. You might want to keep this guide and read it again later. Available to download here: When A Child Dies Leaflet - NCMDDeathchildEnglandchild bereavementhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/child-death-helplineMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:38:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:c0b215a3-9d4a-4046-bdef-674ebd2c8710ASK INFOThe Child Death Helpline is a confidential service operated by a dedicated team of volunteers who are all bereaved parents. If you’re a parent who has lost a child of any age, under any circumstances, and however recently or long ago, they are there to help. Support is also available for grandparents, siblings and the extended family, as well as professionals who have been impacted by the death of a child. FIND OUT MORE: The Child Death Helpline Freephone helpline :​ 0800 282 986 ∗ The confidential helpline is not a counselling service, but they are able to listen and provide helpful information of local services.child death helplinelossbereavementsupportFREEPHONE HELPLINEhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/marie-curie-tel-bereavement-spt-serviceMon, 24 Aug 2026 10:55:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:a82122ad-e78e-454b-bb75-a47d6d78a4beASK INFOThe Marie Curie Telephone Bereavement Support Service is for adults aged 18 or above, who are grieving after someone has died from a terminal illness. Whether you’re grieving for someone who died recently or a long time ago, they can help by talking through your feelings, sharing information, or simply listening. You could have up to six free sessions over the phone with the same bereavement support volunteer, it’s a safe, confidential space to discuss your feelings around bereavement. (Each session can last up to 45 minutes). ∗ They don't offer counselling but can give you emotional support. FIND OUT MORE: Bereavement support | Grief support | Marie Curie Support Line: 0800 090 2309 Open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm Saturday to Sunday. Email: support@mariecurie.org.ukGriefterminal illnessbereavement support18+marie curiesupport linehttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/sandsMon, 24 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:6343c0ea-b9e1-44a4-b223-da14c918d70dASK INFOSands offer a safe place for anyone affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby, whether you’re a parent, sibling, grandparent, healthcare professional or friend. Support is available for all types of pregnancy loss as well as specific support for men, those bereaved long-ago and those affected by TFMR. Sands also offer tailored support for those from Black and South Asian backgrounds. You don’t have to navigate this alone; they’re there to support you every step of the way. Sands offers many types of support, including a free, confidential telephone helpline, email support, and online group sessions. A UK-wide network of local groups offers peer-support in the community, and social media groups help connect wherever you are. Free resources for partners, siblings, grandparents, and wider family and friends are available. FIND OUT MORE: About Sands | Sands - Saving babies' lives. Supporting bereaved families. Sands Helpline: 0808 164 3332 Email: helpline@sands.org.uksiblingsGriefchildResourceslossbereavementfamilySANDSsupporthttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/the-good-grief-trustMon, 24 Aug 2026 00:15:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:bf4f069b-98f9-43f6-9fa6-c1ba0fc5e60dASK INFOThe Good Grief Trust is a central umbrella network that connects people dealing with the loss of a loved one to over 1,000 local and national bereavement support services, helplines, and peer networks across the UK. In doing so they ensure that everyone receives the tailored support they need to move forward with their lives. FIND OUT MORE: https://www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/ Enquiries: hello@thegoodgrieftrust.orgDeathbereavement supportgood grief trustbereavement serviceshttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/winston-s-wishThu, 20 Aug 2026 13:25:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:2f503175-dc77-4a6b-94e7-b036af8fe0d1ASK INFOWinston's Wish and Child Bereavement UK have combined and are now one unified charity: Child Bereavement UK ? Child Bereavement UK supports grieving children, young people, and parents bereaved of a baby or child, to find hope and rebuild their lives. Support is available if you're 25 or under, or if your baby or child has died or is expected to die before their 26th birthday. Instant access to expert bereavement support via phone, live chat, email or text/WhatsApp is available from 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday (except bank holidays). No appointment needed. FIND OUT MORE : Child Bereavement UK Helpline : 0800 02 888 40Griefwinston's wishesResourceschildrenbereavementYoung Peopleunder 25https://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/scotty-s-little-soldiersMon, 17 Aug 2026 13:51:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:6e485187-bae8-4a1e-b201-64c252ef582aASK INFOScotty’s Little Soldiers is a charity dedicated to supporting bereaved military children and young people. The charity provides relief from the effects of bereavement to young people who have experienced the death of a parent who served with the Armed Forces. Their promise: We want every bereaved military child to have: Access to the very best health and well-being support Outstanding development opportunities The chance to smile again FIND OUT MORE: Charity for Bereaved Military Children | Scotty's Little Soldiers Tel: 0800 092 8571 Enquiries: hello@scottyslittlesoldiers.co.ukcharityscotty'sparentchildrenlossbereavementhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/childhood-bereavement-networkMon, 17 Aug 2026 13:49:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:2aa77e90-a814-4e8c-9cee-60d438313ec0ASK INFOThe Childhood Bereavement Network (CBN) is the hub for those working with bereaved children, young people and their families across the UK. Sharing a vision that all children and young people in the UK, together with their caregivers, can easily access a choice of high quality local and national information, guidance and support to enable them to manage the impact of death on their lives. FIND OUT MORE: https://childhoodbereavementnetwork.org.uk/Griefbereavement net worksfind a servicehttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/fab-for-bereaved-familiesMon, 17 Aug 2026 13:39:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:7acea644-f9b1-432f-8f48-4925e12181afASK INFOHave you heard of Families’ Activity Breaks (FAB)? FAB is a non-public funded, tri-service charity, providing fun and challenging activity camps around the UK for bereaved military families. FAB Camp is a fully-paid* week away for bereaved military families; these offer a welcome break to meet and socialise with others who have experienced a similar loss. If your child is 19 years old or younger on the first day of camp, and has suffered the loss of a serving loved one in the Armed Forces, then you may be eligible for a FAB camp. * A small holding deposit is taken on confirmation of your place and will be returned on arrival at the camp. FIND OUT MORE: Families Activities BreaksFamilies Activity Breaksbereavementhttps://forum.royalnavy.mod.uk/topics/bereavement/b/announcements/posts/hospice-care-finderMon, 17 Aug 2026 13:38:00 GMTb28a645c-0ea2-4600-866f-e043a0fddeae:23fca7e1-aef4-42d4-9f9d-0ac8d986b906ASK INFOHospice Care know that dealing with end of care life can be hard - they are around to support at times of terminal illness or for respite for carers. Their information and support pages give you guidance and tips to help you and your family through this. FIND OUT MORE: Hospice UK Find A Hospice Near You Tel: 020 7520 8200bereavementinformationsupporthospicesrespite