Our counselling service is open to any person resident in the borough of Brent, male or female, and of any age, ethnic origin, culture, religion or disability.
We are a registered charity #296229. We offer free and confidential bereavement counselling and support by extensively trained volunteers who have a range of backgrounds and experiences and are supported by three accredited supervisors. We also provide training in bereavement awareness to health professionals, social services and teachers. We are funded by Brent and Harrow Health Authority, Brent Council, Government Funding, Private Trusts and individual donations.
People
who have used our service include:
• Children or adults who have lost one or both parents
• Parents whose children have died
• People whose partners have died
• People whose friends or relatives have died in accidents or as a result
of suicide
• Survivors of disasters and refugees
• Women suffering miscarriage or termination of pregnancy
• Professionals who encounter death in their work.
Death and bereavement are natural - they happen to us all. Surely we should be able to cope? However, people can feel frightened and embarrassed by death and bereavement. Often friends, neighbours, colleagues and even other family members try to avoid the painful feelings by keeping quiet. This can leave bereaved people feeling alone and isolated to deal with some of the most painful emotions they have ever had. Some of these feelings come as a complete surprise - anger, bitterness and guilt. These are quite normal reactions, often leaving people feeling overwhelmed and thinking they are losing control. The opportunity to share some of these feelings and emotions with someone who can understand and accept them can be an immense comfort and relief.
| Brent
Bereavement Services -Willeseden Community Hospital - Harlesden Road -
NW10 3RY |