Sometimes you just need to talk to somebody who understands your sadness.
Many people struggle to cope with grief during bereavement, experience feelings of overwhelming loss and sadness.
It can be surprising how intense the emotions are, how quickly they shift, and how long they last.
Those around you might expect you to be ‘back to normal’ after a few weeks or months. You might appear to be your usual self, but you know that on the inside, you are not even sure what normal is anymore.
Everyone grieves in a way that is unique to them and their relationship with the person who has died. Well-intentioned people may say to you, ‘Time is a great healer.’ Sometimes, however, it can seem that life is more difficult as the weeks and months go by.
At Andrew Smith Funeral Services, we know that no one can understand exactly what your loss feels like to you. But we do understand that it is sometimes easier to talk to someone outside of your friends and family about grief and the impact of bereavement on your life, and this is why we provide the following list of professional services.
Macclesfield Bereavement Support Service
Macclesfield Bereavement Support Service is a free NHS supported independent voluntary group, linked to Macclesfield District General Hospital, offering a service for adults 18 and over.
Samaritans of Macclesfield and District
A free service and safe place to talk any time of the day or night with complete confidentiality.
Cruse Bereavement Support
Cruse Bereavement Support provides support, information and advice for adults, children and young people when someone they loved dies.
SAIF Care
A free service and safe place to talk any time of the day or night with complete confidentiality.
Dr Bill Webster – griefjourney.com
Dr. Bill Webster knows about grief not just in theory, but also from personal experience. He knows first-hand the pain of losing someone special and through the resources on his website can help ease the pain and sense of loss bereavement often brings.
Winston’s Wish
Through an array of dedicated bereavement services, Winston’s Wish help children and young people cope with the loss of a parent or loved one.
Sands – Stillbirth and neonatal death charity
Sands work to support anyone affected by the death of a baby, improve the care bereaved parents receive and create a world where fewer babies die.
Our Funeral Service Options
We tailor our funerals to meet your wishes. Services may include religious or non-religious elements. Whatever your requirements, we are here to help.
The Bespoke Funeral Service
From £2,335 + disbursements
The Simple Funeral Service
£1,950 + disbursements
The Unattended Funeral Service
£1,125 + disbursements