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"New Group Alert" Calling All Caring Souls in Cramlington and Neighbouring Areas! At Inner Light Wellbeing, we believe in the power of community support, especially during challenging times like bereavement. We're reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request. We're in the process of organising a bereavement support group to provide a nurturing space for healing and connection. But here's the thing. We want to make sure we get it right. Your voices matter deeply to us. Your experiences, your needs, your desires for such a group - they all hold immense importance in shaping what we create together. That's why we're kindly asking for your help. We want to understand the unique needs of our community, to tailor our support group to be as beneficial and comforting as possible. Your insights will guide us in crafting a space of empathy, understanding, and healing. So, dear residents of Cramlington and surrounding areas, we invite you to share your thoughts, your suggestions, and your wishes with us. Whether you've experienced loss firsthand or have insights to offer, your contribution will help us create something truly meaningful. Let's come together in compassion and support. Please click on the link to our survey https://lnkd.in/e-f5YwkT #CommunitySupport #BereavementGroup #CaringTogether #Innerlightwellbeing #grief #griefandloss #peersupport #griefsupport

Calling All Caring Souls in Cramlington and Neighbouring Areas!   "At Inner Light Wellbeing CIC, we believe in the power of community support, especially during challenging times like bereavement. We're reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request. We're in the process of organising a bereavement support group to provide a nurturing space for healing and connection.   But here's the thing: We want to make sure we get it right. Your voices matter deeply to us. Your experiences, your needs, your desires for such a group - they all hold immense importance in shaping what we create together. That's why we're kindly asking for your help. We want to understand the unique needs of our community, to tailor our support group to be as beneficial and comforting as possible. Your insights will guide us in crafting a space of empathy, understanding, and healing.   So, dear residents of Cramlington and surrounding areas, we invite you to share your thoughts, your suggestions, and your wishes with us. Whether you've experienced loss firsthand or have insights to offer, your contribution will help us create something truly meaningful. Let's come together in compassion and support."   Please click on the link to our survey https://lnkd.in/ew6CW-Ht   #CommunitySupport #BereavementGroup #CaringTogether #Innerlightwellbeing #grief #griefandloss #peersupport #griefsupport

"Calling All Caring Souls in Cramlington and Neighbouring Areas! At Inner Light Wellbeing, we believe in the power of community support, especially during challenging times like bereavement. We're reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request. We're in the process of organising a bereavement support group to provide a nurturing space for healing and connection. But here's the thing: We want to make sure we get it right. Your voices matter deeply to us. Your experiences, your needs, your desires for such a group - they all hold immense importance in shaping what we create together. That's why we're kindly asking for your help. We want to understand the unique needs of our community, to tailor our support group to be as beneficial and comforting as possible. Your insights will guide us in crafting a space of empathy, understanding, and healing. So, dear residents of Cramlington and surrounding areas, we invite you to share your thoughts, your suggestions, and your wishes with us. Whether you've experienced loss firsthand or have insights to offer, your contribution will help us create something truly meaningful. Let's come together in compassion and support." Please click on the link to our survey https://lnkd.in/gEypVxDX #CommunitySupport #BereavementGroup #CaringTogether #Innerlightwellbeing #grief #griefandloss #peersupport #griefsupport

🌹 Navigating the Wilderness of Grief: A Compassionate Journey Through Loss 🌿 🕊️ Loss is a journey that no one should navigate alone. We understand the depths of grief and the need for support during these challenging times. Hospice Orillia offers "Navigating the Wilderness of Grief," an 8-week bereavement support group that offers a safe space for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. What to Expect: ✨ Community Support: Connect with others who understand the unique challenges of grief. 🌈 Guided Discussions: Explore various aspects of the grief journey led by experienced facilitators. 🤗 A Safe Space: Share your thoughts, fears, and triumphs in a confidential and supportive environment. 🔗 How to Join: Ready to embark on this journey together? Simply reach out to Louise Brazier at (705) 325-0505 ext. 209 for more details. Let's navigate the wilderness of grief together, finding strength and solace in each other's company. 🌸💕 For more information on bereavement support available please visit https://lnkd.in/grv2ijvv #GriefSupport #BereavementGroup #HealingJourney #CommunitySupport #YouAreNotAlone #NavigatingGrief #SupportEachOther #LoveAndLoss #TogetherWeHeal

Grief is a journey that never truly ends, even after the passing of a loved one. That's why bereavement support is so important for those left behind. Did you know that this support is valid for up to 13 months or even more if needed? It's never too late to seek help and find comfort in the midst of loss. #bereavementsupport #griefjourney #nevertoolate #MelodiaHospice #HospiceAndPalliativeCare #comfortcare #compassionatecare

Please spare 2 minutes of your time to help us... If you live in Cramlington and Neighbouring Areas or know someone who does please share or complete our short survey! At Inner Light Wellbeing, we believe in the power of community support, especially during challenging times like bereavement. We're reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request. We're in the process of organising a bereavement support group to provide a nurturing space for healing and connection. But here's the thing: We want to make sure we get it right. Your voices matter deeply to us. Your experiences, your needs, your desires for such a group - they all hold immense importance in shaping what we create together. That's why we're kindly asking for your help. We want to understand the unique needs of our community, to tailor our support group to be as beneficial and comforting as possible. Your insights will guide us in crafting a space of empathy, understanding, and healing. So, dear residents of Cramlington and surrounding areas, we invite you to share your thoughts, your suggestions, and your wishes with us. Whether you've experienced loss firsthand or have insights to offer, your contribution will help us create something truly meaningful. Let's come together in compassion and support. Please click on the link to our survey https://lnkd.in/eu45hFsx #CommunitySupport #BereavementGroup #CaringTogether #Innerlightwellbeing #grief #griefandloss #peersupport #griefsupport 

The UK Commission on Bereavement shows 39% of bereaved people report difficulties in getting support from friends or family. How can you support someone who is grieving? 👂 Listen: Offer your presence and listen without judgement. ✋ Be Patient: Allow them to grieve at their own pace. 🤝 Offer Practical Help: Help with daily tasks or errands. 👀 Check In Regularly: Show you care by staying in touch. 💚 Respect Their Feelings: Validate their emotions without trying to fix them. Supporting someone who is grieving is crucial as it provides comfort, reassurance, and helps them navigate through their emotions during a challenging time of loss. A Wellity session - ‘Navigating the Journey of Grief and Loss: Empowering Compassion’ • Develop an understanding of the multifaced nature of grief. • Explore effective strategies to provide meaningful support. • Gain insight into the transformative power of self-care. • Identify healthy coping mechanisms and resources. • Foster a community of understanding and support. Click here to view this session in more detail - https://buff.ly/3ztg7QY #GlobalSupport #GriefAndLoss #Awareness #GriefAwarenessDay #BetterEveryDay

For #worldmentalhealthday2023 I have a question for you. Did you know there is such a thing as cumulative (or compound) grief? It can occur when grieving is interrupted, delayed or compounded by a new loss. I wasn't aware of it until very recently, and it turns out that it may well be the root cause of my anxiety - and is something I'm currently working through with a counsellor from the bereavement charity Cruse. Anybody might experience cumulative grief, but I suspect from my experience that it is particularly applicable to those in, or retired from, careers in the military, emergency services and other sectors where the loss of a friend or colleague is not uncommon, and where the pace of daily activity might distract a person from working through the grief from one death before another occurs (the 1991 Gulf War, in my case). The Cruse website https://lnkd.in/euR37A53 has some really good resources explaining the many physical ways grief might affect a person, and tips on dealing with it. Take a look if you think you might be experiencing cumulative grief.

Addressing grief in the workplace is a topic often met with uncertainty. When a team member is navigating loss, it's natural to feel unsure about the best approach to support them. In my experience, I've found that providing a compassionate and understanding environment is paramount. Navigating grief in the workplace requires sensitivity, patience, and empathy. We are here to help in this. How does your organisation approach supporting grieving employees? Psychology in Practice [email protected]

Last week, Harmless's own Helen Birch led a beautiful session on post-traumatic growth at our suicide bereavement conference. It was touching and powerful, also representing a very 'full circle' moment for Helen. She attended our suicide bereavement conference a number of years ago as a delegate, and this year presented as a expert speaker. 🔊Some key messages for anyone who has lost someone to suicide🔊 👏There is a legacy passed on after someone has died. This legacy is not a narrative set in stone. It is your journey to write. 👏Feel what you feel. You don't have to pretend, as long as you are supported. 👏It is ok to want, need and accept support. We have to self-care AND be cared for. 👏People should not forgive themselves for things they are not responsible for. Hard when you've lost someone, but crucial to remember it is not your fault. 👏We cannot heal through avoidance. Though this is a powerful, expected and common human response, it sustains everything, especially feelings of shame. 👏You can learn to live again, and even thrive. #hope #recovery #postvention #suicide #support