Bereavement support

The bereavement officers at York and Scarborough will:

• advise you on the next steps of the process
• advise you on how to register the death
• help to answer any other questions you may have

What to do during your bereavement

The booklet 'What to do during your bereavement' provides practical help and advice during the early days of your bereavement. Please take a moment to read the booklet before contacting the bereavement service.

These are available from the wards, the Bereavement Services Suite or you can download a copy below:

• York Hospital: What to do during your bereavement booklet
• Scarborough Hospital: What to do during your bereavement booklet

Support groups

Bridlington Bereavement Support Group

Do you live in Bridlington and are you struggling with bereavement? If so, you are welcome to join our group for companionship and a listening ear. Come and share tea, coffee, biscuits, and conversation.

The group is held on the third Thursday of each month, 2 - 3.30pm, at Bridlington Hospital Chapel.

This group offers a warm, supportive space where bereaved people can share their experiences, find comfort in each other’s stories, and feel less alone in their grief.

For more information about the group, email yhs-tr.chaplaincy@nhs.net.