Cruse Bereavement Support

Cruse is the UK's leading bereavement charity, dedicated to helping people through one of the most painful times in life.

The charity was established in 1959 as Cruse Clubs Counselling Service for Widows and their Families. Since then, it has expanded to help widowers, children and eventually all bereaved people, providing those in need of support with a free, confidential service.

Cruse has more than 80 local branches across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, which are staffed by volunteers. Support services offered include group information sessions, one-to-one sessions with trained bereavement supporters, and peer-to-peer support groups.