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Navigating the next steps Every family’s needs are different. Whether you are looking for bereavement support, memorial options, or practical legal guidance, we are here to provide clear advice and services that allow you to choose what is best for you and your loved ones. There are still important steps you may wish to take to support yourself, your family, and to honour the memory of your loved one. Our range of services and support networks can help guide you through these next stages. AFTER THE FUNERAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Grief is personal and often continues long after the day of the funeral. Our bereavement services are available to offer guidance, comfort, and practical support whenever you need it. If you have used our services, 1-2-1 bereavement support is available to you free of charge*. As we support local communities you are also welcome to attend well-being groups, hosted monthly. Visit facebook.com/bereavement.uk to find a group close to you. MEMORIAL ITEMS Keepsakes can provide a lasting reminder of someone special. Our curated collection of items can hold a portion of ashes or offer a moment of reflection for your loved one’s life in a meaningful way. Many people find comfort in having a memorialisation as they offer a personal way to help you navigate grief. MEMORIAL SERVICES Following a direct cremation or cremation service, you may choose to scatter ashes in a meaningful place, hold a small gathering, or inter them in a cemetery, memorial garden or woodland burial ground. We can provide advice and support to help you decide what feels right. If you wish to bring people together at a later date, we can help arrange a personalised memorial service. This could be a simple gathering, an event in one of our venues, or a service in a location of your choice. LATER LIFE PLANNING Dealing with financial and legal matters after a loss can feel overwhelming. Our probate services are here to support you with the administration of an estate. We can also provide information about writing or updating a will to help you prepare for the future with confidence.
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