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Social Prescribing Resource Sheet
for Children & Young People:
Bereavement Support
Bereavement Support for Children, Young People & Families
This resource sheet includes a selection of services, tools, and organisations that others have found helpful.
If you require further support in accessing these, or other services, please contact the Social Prescribing Team on 01308 428943 or contact us via our online form.
Social Prescribing is available at your GP Surgery
If you live in Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis or the wider West Dorset area, you can speak directly with our Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators - no referral needed.
- Support with finances
- Getting Active
- Hobbies and Interests
- Connecting to Community
- Supporting wellbeing
- Help with Long Term Conditions
Bereavement Support & Signposting
AtaLoss
National website offering signposting, resources, and information on bereavement services.
Website: Visit the AtaLoss website
Dorset Open Door
Partnership of local and national charities offering tailored advice and referrals — especially for traumatic or sudden losses.
Email: dhc.dorsetopendoor@nhs.net
Telephone: 01305 361361
Mosaic Family Support
Charity providing specialist bereavement support for children, young people, and their families across Dorset.
Child Bereavement UK
Supports families and professionals working with bereaved children. Recently merged with Winston’s Wish.
Winston’s Wish
Offers information and support for anyone caring for a bereaved child.
Website: Visit the Winston’s Wish website
Young People’s Mental Health & Crisis Support
Young Minds
Resources for parents supporting children and young people with grief, bereavement, and loss.
Website: Visit the Young Minds website
Hope Support Services
Provides support for young people aged 5–25 when a family member is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.
SANDS – Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society
Support for anyone affected by the death of a baby.
Website: Visit the SANDS website
The Compassionate Friends (TCF)
Peer-to-peer support for parents, siblings, and grandparents affected by the loss of a child.
Further Information
While we hope you may find something here that supports you, please note that these resources are not all officially endorsed by the NHS. We endeavour to ensure that all listings are accurate and up to date, but please be aware that we cannot guarantee this at all times.
If you are a local service, organisation or group that would like to be included in this guide, please contact us via secure online form or call the PCN Admin Team on 01308 801810 and tell us about your support offering.