08 Jun Bereavement Services Offered by Hospice: An Overview
Discover the range of bereavement services hospice provides to support families after a loved one’s passing — from counselling to support groups.
When a loved one passes in hospice care, the journey of grief begins. Hospice understands that care doesn’t end at death — that’s why bereavement services are an essential part of their mission. These services provide emotional and practical support for families as they begin to heal.
Whether your grief is fresh or still unfolding months later, hospice bereavement programs can help you navigate loss with compassion and guidance.
What Are Bereavement Services?
Bereavement services are a continuation of care offered to family members and close loved ones after the death of a hospice patient. Most hospice programs provide free grief support for at least 13 months, recognising that healing is a process.
Support may include:
- One-on-one grief counselling
- Grief support groups (in person or virtual)
- Memorial services and remembrance events
- Written resources or newsletters
- Referrals to specialised therapists
These services are available to all, not just immediate family. Close friends and caregivers can also access support.
Why Bereavement Support Matters
Grief can be overwhelming, especially when paired with caregiving exhaustion or the intensity of end-of-life experiences. Bereavement services offer:
- A safe space to process emotions
- Help understanding the stages and impact of grief
- Connection with others who understand your loss
- Tools for rebuilding life and finding new meaning
Early support can reduce long-term emotional distress and help prevent complicated grief.
How Hospice Makes Support Personal
Hospice bereavement teams include licensed social workers, grief counsellors, chaplains, and trained volunteers. They tailor support based on each person’s needs, faith, personality, and coping style.
Some individuals benefit most from private counselling, while others prefer the shared experience of a group. Some may want guidance months later — on a birthday, anniversary, or holiday — when grief resurfaces.
When to Reach Out
You don’t have to wait until you’re struggling to seek help. Hospice teams often check in proactively during the first year, but you can reach out at any time.
Grief is not a problem to solve — it’s a process to walk through. Hospice is here to walk it with you.
Contact us at Angel Wings Hospice https://angelwingshospice.org/contact-us/ to learn more about our personalised bereavement services and how we can support you after the loss of a loved one.
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