Bereavement Service for Young People and Families
From 1st December 2021, St Joseph’s Hospice will be providing a bereavement support for children and young people (CYP) who have lost a family member, care giver or other significant person
This is available free of charge for CYP up to the age of 18 who either live in City & Hackney or are registered with a City & Hackney GP. Support may include 1-2-1 and family sessions, parenting support, groups, art therapy and memorial events, and will be delivered virtually or face-to-face at the hospice. Interpreters are available as required.
Eligibility
Inclusion
• Children and young people up to the age of 18, their parent or caregiver
• Registered with a City & Hackney GP or a resident of City & Hackney and have experienced a bereavement of a significant person in their life
Exclusion
• Not a resident of City & Hackney or registered with a City & Hackney GP
• Significant co-morbid mental health needs or an unresolved safeguarding concern at point of referral
How to refer
Who can refer: GP, Other, Social or health care professional on behalf of the child or young person, Self-referral available
If you would like to discuss any questions before making a referral please contact the Patient & Family Counselling Team directly and a member of staff will help you. Otherwise please refer via email.
You can self-refer for an assessment via the First Contact team on 0300 303 0400 or ask a GP or other professional to complete a referral on your behalf.