Grieving for a parent or someone close that has passed away is a difficult time. Shortly before Mothering Sunday this year, Prince William raised awareness of the issue as patron of the Child Bereavement Charity, when he spoke movingly about the loss of his mother.
Fortunately, there are many services across the country that provide support for young people who have lost a loved one and are trying to come to terms with their grief.
CASE STUDY 1
The Cruse Bereavement Charity has set up a website, www.rd4u.org.uk, dedicated to helping young people through this difficult time. The website stands for Road For You reflecting the different way of dealing with death that everyone will have. The website is managed and controlled by young people who have experienced bereavement and understand the needs of its users.
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