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Support Resources
Bereavement Support and Resources in the Northwest of England
Losing a loved one can be a difficult time, and having the right support can make a significant difference in managing both emotional and practical aspects of the situation. Below is a comprehensive list of bereavement services, including registrars, hospital bereavement teams, and financial support resources in the Northwest of England.
1. Registrars for Death Registration
You are required to register a death within 5 days in England. Below are some key registrars in the Northwest:
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Manchester Register Office
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Address: Heron House, 47 Lloyd Street, Manchester, M2 5LE
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Phone: 0161 234 5005
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Manchester City Council Registrars
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Liverpool Register Office
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Address: St George’s Hall, St George's Place, Liverpool, L1 1JJ
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Phone: 0151 233 3004
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Liverpool City Council Registrars
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Stockport Register Office
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Address: Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE
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Phone: 0161 474 3363
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Stockport Council Registrars
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Cheshire East Register Office
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Address: Municipal Buildings, Earle Street, Crewe, CW1 2BJ
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Phone: 0300 123 5019
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2. Bereavement Services at Major Hospitals in the Northwest
Most hospitals have dedicated bereavement services to support families after the death of a loved one. These teams offer practical and emotional guidance during this challenging time.
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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Bereavement Service
Provides support and guidance to families following a death in any Manchester University NHS hospital. -
Royal Liverpool University Hospital Bereavement Service
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Phone: 0151 706 2000 (ask for bereavement office).
Provides practical and emotional support for families following the death of a patient.
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Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust Bereavement Service
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Phone: 0161 206 1203
Offers a bereavement team to support families and help manage the legal and emotional aspects of a death.
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Alder Hey Children’s Hospital Bereavement Service (Liverpool)
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Phone: 0151 228 4811
Specialised bereavement support for families dealing with the loss of a child.
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3. DWP Bereavement Support and Financial Help
Dealing with the loss of a loved one can also create financial challenges. The following resources offer help with bereavement payments and financial support for funeral costs:
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DWP Bereavement Service
Helps with bereavement payments and advice on funeral payments, offering guidance on the Bereavement Support Payment and Funeral Expenses Payment.-
Phone: 0800 731 0469
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Bereavement Support Payment Information
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Funeral Expenses Payment
Provides financial help for people on certain benefits who need assistance covering funeral costs.-
Phone: 0800 731 0469
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Funeral Expenses Payment Information
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4. Funeral Planning Assistance
In addition to emotional support, practical help with funeral planning is essential. These resources offer advice and assistance in arranging funerals:
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Mulligans Funeral and Monumental Services Ltd
Offers personalised and compassionate funeral services in the Northwest, ranging from traditional funerals to direct cremation.-
Contact: 0161 432 0809
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Emotional Support
Grieving the loss of a loved one can be incredibly difficult, and everyone’s experience with grief is unique. Whether you're looking for immediate support or long-term counselling, the UK has a range of organisations dedicated to helping those who are grieving. The organisations listed here provide helplines, online support, and local services to help you cope during your time of need. From bereavement counselling to peer support groups, these resources are available to guide you through the grieving process and help you find comfort and support when you need it most.
For more information and access to these resources, visit their websites or call their helplines.
Here are some trusted UK grief support resources that you can add to your website:
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Cruse Bereavement Support
Cruse offers support to anyone grieving after a death, with free counselling, helplines, and local branches across the UK. Their trained volunteers provide a listening ear to help people cope with grief.-
Website: www.cruse.org.uk
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Helpline: 0808 808 1677
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The Good Grief Trust
This charity brings together over 800 bereavement services under one platform, providing practical advice, helplines, and peer support for anyone dealing with grief. Their mission is to ensure that no one grieves alone.-
Website: www.thegoodgrieftrust.org
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AtaLoss.org
A national bereavement signposting service, AtaLoss.org helps people find the right grief support in their local area, offering links to grief services for children, adults, and those affected by specific types of death.-
Website: www.ataloss.org
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Marie Curie Bereavement Support
Marie Curie offers free, confidential support for anyone grieving, through phone and online services. They also have trained volunteers who provide ongoing emotional support over the phone.-
Website: www.mariecurie.org.uk
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Helpline: 0800 090 2309
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Samaritans
Available 24/7, Samaritans offer emotional support to anyone who is struggling to cope, including those experiencing grief. Their volunteers are always ready to listen.-
Website: www.samaritans.org
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Helpline: 116 123
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