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St Catherine's Hospice > Library > For carers and our communities > South Ribble support > Local bereavement support and support groups

Local bereavement support and support groups

This is a list of bereavement support services that are available locally in Preston, South Ribble and Chorley. We do our best to keep these listing up to date, but would still strongly recommend you get in touch with the group before you go along for the first time to check the details are correct.

There are lots of other national organisations that provide help for bereaved people either online or outside of the local area. The best place to find details of these organisations is through AtaLoss, a national signposting service: www.ataloss.org

Preston

  • Bereavement Centre, Royal Preston Hospital
    Support for patients and families.
    Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9HT / bereavement@lthtr.nhs.uk / 01772 523730
  • Bereavement Group, St Lawrence with St Paul’s Church, Longridge 
    The group meets with other people in similar circumstances to share experiences in a safe environment. It is an opportunity to meet with others who are making the long journey of bereavement: to be supportive and support one another as we share our joys and sorrows together. First Monday of the month from 7:30pm-9pm.
    Berry Lane, Longridge, PR3 3WA / karenlburdett@hotmail.com / More details here
  • The Bereavement Journey, Christ Church
    Six week course led by a Lay Minister and a vicar. Topics covered include: attachment, separation and loss; the impact and pain of bereavement; adjusting to change; anger and guilt; coping with others’ reactions; and moving on healthily. There is an optional sixth session on Faith questions. Open to all.
    Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8NE / christchurchpreston@gmail.com / More details here
  • Blackpool and Preston Sands 
    Sands supports anyone affected by pregnancy loss and the death of a baby and offers understanding and comfort. Monthly meetings (held in Blackpool) are a chance for anyone who has been effected by the death of a baby to be able to talk, share and listen to others in a safe environment with people who understand.
    blackpoolpreston@sandsvolunteer.org.uk / More details here
  • Cancer Help, Vine House Centre
    Cancer Help’s bereavement support service offers a person-centred approach to bereavement following the death of a person through cancer, or pre-bereavement support for those whose loved on has a terminal cancer diagnosis. The service is provided by a skilled team of staff. The help provided by Cancer Help may include individual counselling, group support, and family support.
    22 Cromwell Road, Preston, PR2 6YB / info@cancerhelppreston.co.uk / More details here
  • Peer-Support for people affected by Suicide
    Led by a bereavement counsellor, this is a place for shared conversations and quiet reflection. Get in touch with the Community Asset Development team (NHS) to arrange a one to one consultation, before attending. Weekly face-to-face sessions run in Preston and Chorley, 12pm-2pm.
    cad@lscft.nhs.uk
  • Ingol Bereavement Café, West Preston, supported by St Catherine’s Hospice
    An informal group where anyone can come and chat, have a brew and talk to others about their loss, whether their loved one has died recently or some time ago. The Bereavement Café is supported by St Catherine’s Hospice and St Margaret’s Church. Second Wednesday of the month, 2.00pm-3.30pm. St Margaret’s Church, Tag Lane, Preston, PR2 3ZU.
    More details here

South Ribble

  • After Loss Friendship Group, St Saviour’s Church 
    Come and join us, to be in the company of people who have also lost someone. Meet new friends, play dominoes and cards or just chat over a free drink. First Monday of the month between 7pm and 9pm.
    Church Road, Bamber Bridge / shelley@stsavioursbb.org.uk / More details here
  • Bereavement Support Group, St Catherine’s Hospice
    Monthly support group providing mutual support to bereaved people and an opportunity to speak with the St Catherine’s Support Team. There is usually a volunteer counsellor available for short consultations. Open to all.
    The afternoon group meets on the second Wednesday of the month, 1.30pm-3pm. The evening group meets on the third Thursday of the month, 6pm-7.30pm.
    Helpful to pre-book by emailing supportteam@stcatherines.co.uk or calling 01772 629171.
    Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5XU / More details here
  • Leyland Bereavement Cafe, supported by St Catherine’s Hospice
    An informal group where anyone can come and chat, have a brew and talk to others about their loss, whether their loved one has died recently or some time ago. The Bereavement Café is supported by St Catherine’s Hospice, St Mary’s Community Centre and South Ribble Borough Council. Third Wednesday of the month, 10.00am-11.30am.
    St Mary’s Community Centre, Broadfield Walk, Broadfield Drive, Leyland, PR25 1PD.
    More details here
  • The Merry Widows
    A friendly group for widows, carers and anyone who needs a chat. First Friday of the month, 10.30am-11.30am.
    Stickyweeds Coffee Shop, 328 Chapel Lane, Preston, PR4 4AB / stickyweedscafe@gmail.com / More details here
  • Griefshare
    Self-contained sessions to help people understand their grief and move towards rebuilding their life. There is a cycle of 13 sessions, but people are welcome to join at any time. This course does have some religious elements. Please contact the Church Office (phone: 01772 622964) to see when the course is running.
    St Andrew’s Church, Church Hall, Worden Lane, Leyland, PR25 3EL / More details here

Chorley

  • After Loss Club (afternoon) 
    Peer-led support and friendship for recently bereaved people. Every Monday 2.30pm-4pm.
    Hartwood Hall Hotel, Preston Road, Chorley, PR6 7AX / friendsforyou2016@outlook.com / More details here
  • After Loss Club (evening) 
    Peer-led support and friendship; meet new friends, play dominoes and chat over a drink. Every Monday 7.30pm-9pm.
    Seaview Pub, Preston Road, Chorley, PR6 7HH / friendsforyou2016@outlook.com / More details here
  • Chorley Bereavement Cafe, supported by St Catherine’s Hospice
    An informal group where anyone can come and chat, have a brew and talk to others about their loss, whether their loved one has died recently or some time ago. The Bereavement Café is supported by St Catherine’s Hospice and St Laurence’s Church. Second Wednesday of the month, 2.00pm-3.30pm.
    St Laurence’s Church, Union Street, Chorley, PR7 1EB.
    More details here
  • Griefshare
    Self-contained sessions to help people understand their grief and move towards rebuilding their life. There is a cycle of 13 sessions, but people are welcome to join at any time. This course does have some religious elements. Held weekly on Friday, 1pm-2.30pm.
    Living Waters Church, 33-45 Bolton Street, Chorley, PR7 3AB / office@lwchurch.uk / More details here
  • Moving On
    If you have lost someone a while ago but are still grieving, “Moving On” is the group for you, for continuing grief care and support. Every Monday 2.30-4pm.
    Seaview Pub, Preston Road, Chorley, PR6 7HH / friendsforyou2016@outlook.com / More details here
  • Peer-Support for people affected by Suicide
    Led by a bereavement counsellor, this is a place for shared conversations and quiet reflection. Get in touch with the Community Asset Development team (NHS) to arrange a one to one consultation, before attending. Weekly face-to-face sessions run in Preston and Chorley, 12pm-2pm.
    cad@lscft.nhs.uk

Bereavement Support and your Health and Wellbeing
After a bereavement, it’s natural to want and ask for support. Many people find support from their friends, family or in their communities, but others may find more formal support helpful. To access formal support, please contact your GP in the first instance.

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