GriefChat

23/03/2026

We get asked to share a lot but rarely do, but this is worth it.

Resaca, an award-winning short film by which tells a poignant story about grief and connection.

The film follows a hungover young man named Ryan and his Argentinian neighbour Fran, as their interactions gradually reveal deeper personal grief and loss. Through its quiet moments and subtle performances, the film explores how grief is universal and how connection can transcend language.

Watch Resaca on (YouTube)

08/12/2025

Could you help shape the future of bereavement care?

Utrecht University are looking for research participants who are over 18 and have been bereaved of a close family member or friend in the last 5 years. You will complete an online survey to share your thoughts and feelings about your loss, which will take around 20 minutes.

08/12/2025

Could you help shape the future of bereavement care?

Utrecht University are looking for research participants who are over 18 and have been bereaved of a close family member or friend in the last 5 years. You will complete an online survey to share your thoughts and feelings about your loss, which will take around 20 minutes.
Find out more information below:

01/12/2025

Advance notice of our opening hours for GriefChat over the Christmas and New Year period.

23/09/2025

Our friends at the Community Centre at Christ Church Swindon are hosting an event called The Grief Opera on Saturday 1st November. Here is what they told us about it:

The performance follows a father’s last conversations with his son, journeying through harrowing loss to a resolution of love. Music helps carry us through some of life’s hardest territory, opening up space for audiences to connect with their own experiences.

This production may be meaningful for those who have been bereaved at any stage of life. By engaging with another’s story, people often find it easier to face their own grief gently and indirectly. It is also a candid exploration of the impact of su***de, shining a light on an issue that affects so many.

While deeply moving, The Grief Opera is not rooted in any religious theme, making it accessible to people of all backgrounds.

For further information, visit the event page:

Event information & ticketing for The Grief Opera

28/08/2025

Proud to work alongside brilliant independent funeral directors like J.J.Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors ⭐️

If you are struggling with the loss of a loved one, GriefChat can help. Offering free professional support, you can get advice from a qualified bereavement counsellor via our website here: https://jjburgess.co.uk/loved-one-dies

12/06/2025

As Father's Day approaches, it can be a very difficult and emotional time for those who have experienced a death in the family.

For anyone grieving a father figure in their life, we're here to offer a listening ear.

Our Stroke Support Team are available to chat to on 0303 3033 100 and [email protected].

You can also speak to a trained bereavement counsellor for free on our website through GriefChat.

If you're looking for a way to remember your loved one this Father's Day, you can share a message, memory or simply add their name to our dedication page.

Every dedication helps celebrate the legacy of someone special:https://bit.ly/4kJ5bBa

28/05/2025

"You do a super job, it must be hard listening to so many, but doing what you do really can make a difference to someone even if they don't say. To be listened to goes a long way"

Lovely feedback from a chatter today 🧡

14/02/2025

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Did you know that you can speak to a qualified bereavement counsellor instantly via our website? With GriefChat, you can chat about how you're feeling right now via instant messaging. The service is free and available to anyone over the age of 18.

Opening hours are Monday-Friday 9am-9pm. Access: https://buff.ly/3T4Rw9S
This service can also be used anonymously if you wish.

16/12/2024

Our opening hours over Christmas and New Year:

Christmas Eve: 9am-12.00
Christmas Day: CLOSED
Boxing Day: CLOSED
27th Dec: Open as normal 9am-9pm
28-29th Dec CLOSED
30th Dec Open as normal 9am-9pm
31st Dec (NYE): Open 9am-12.00
1st Jan: CLOSED
2nd Jan: Open as normal 9am-9pm.

Wishing our partner organisations, followers, staff, supporters and clients a peaceful festive season.

23/10/2024

We're delighted to work in partnership with St Roccos Hospice, to increase access to free support for grieving people from our professional bereavement counsellors.

To find out more, visit:

We provide our patients an their families with end of life counselling and emotional support programmes free of charge. Get in touch for more information.

12/06/2024

In the run-up to Father's Day, which we know is so difficult for many of us who have been bereaved of our Dads, we warmly recommend the work of What's Your Grief, which we regard as some of the best grief-related content available online.

Please check out their posts and consider signing up for their newsletter, which contains helpful and interesting content relevant to grievers throughout the year.

Whether you're a dad who has lost a child, or a child who has lost a dad, Father's Day grief brings waves of emotion alongside cherished memories.