Bereavement Services
Introduction
The Community Bereavement Service under the umbrella of Jersey Hospice Care is available to ANYONE in the community who has suffered a loss, regardless of the nature of the bereavement.
Our Aim
We aim to offer help and support to those who have lost a relative or friend, and are having difficulty coming to terms with the bereavement. Death and bereavement bring many changes that are painful. Many people feel isolated and find that there is no-one with whom to share their grief. Enabling people to express their feelings at this time, helps them to adjust to the major changes that they face. The service is confidential and free-of-charge.
How does the service work?
After an initial assessment by our professional counsellor, the client will be offered, if appropriate, support on a one-to-one basis by one of our carefully selected and trained volunteers. The weekly sessions will continue for as long as necessary, and attendance at our Bereavement Support Groups may also be suggested.
Training Opportunities
‘Introduction to Bereavement Care’ workshops are facilitated twice a year by the Bereavement Service Manager at Clarkson House. Participants are from all walks of life including fellow professionals, teachers, civil servants, any lay person who has an interest in furthering their knowledge on supporting family, friends and colleagues who have been bereaved. Following this workshop anyone interested in training to be a Bereavement support worker with the community Bereavement Service should contact Sheila Warren Bereavement Manager on 285144.
How you can get in touch?
If you have been bereaved yourself, and are in need of help or would like to know more about the service, please contact:
| Bereavement Service Manager |
| Clarkson House |
| Mont Cochon |
| St Helier |
|
Jersey JE2 3JB |
Our direct telephone number is 285144. An answering machine will be in operation if there is no one in the office. However, messages are checked on a regular basis. Alternatively you may contact the Hospice switchboard, tel 876555.
Jersey Hospice Care is a registered charity and depends on voluntary contributions. The Bereavement Service is free-of-charge. If you would like to make a contribution towards our funds, please send a donation to:
| Jersey Hospice Care |
| c/o Bereavement Service Manager |
| Clarkson House |
| Mont Cochon |
| St Helier |
| Jersey JE2 3JB |