If you have lost someone and are finding it hard to cope, it may be helpful to speak to someone. You aren't alone. There's lots of help on hand. Here are some helplines and online chat places you can contact, with trained counsellors at the end of the line. Pick up the phone. They're ready to help.

Church support
If you would like to speak with a Church minister at St James’, please phone Revd Kit Gunasekera on 020 7652 0882

Church of England

Advise and helpful resources and organisations from the Church of England can be found here.

NHS
NHS Support can be found here

Cruse Freephone National Helpline
Cruse is staffed by trained bereavement volunteers, who offer emotional support to anyone affected by bereavement. Their number is 0808 808 1677. Their website can be found here.

The Cruse Helpline operates the following hours:

• Monday - 9.30am-5pm

• Tuesday - 9.30am-8pm

• Wednesday - 9.30am-8pm

• Thursday - 9.30am-8pm

• Friday - 9.30am-8pm

• Saturday and Sunday - 9.30am-8pm

Care for the family

Bereavement support for those who have lost a family member. Their website is here.

Samaritans (24 hour helpline)

Their 24 hour helpline phone number is 116 123. Available to talk at any time of the day or night if you are feeling unable to cope with any situation. Welsh speakers are also available to support you between 7am and 11pm.

Childline (24 hour helpline)

If you are under 19 you can call Childline on 0800 11 11 for 24-hour confidential support to children and young people for any reason or cause.

Website

For lots more resources and support please visit the Ataloss website here.