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  • Supporting others

    There is a temptation to avoid a member of the family or a friend who is grieving, especially if you are struggling with your own grief or you are worried you might say the wrong thing. However, we need to remember the support of those close to us is vital when coping with bereavement. The most important thing is to give family and friends space to talk about the person if they want or just listen. Sometimes just being in the same room and being together quietly is enough. It can be helpful to share anecdotes or memories about the person you all cared about as this allows you and your family/friends to open up. Here is a list of do's and don'ts about how to support someone who is bereaved , as well as a leaflet on supporting grieving people .…

  • Gambling support service

    GamCare provides free confidential support and treatment for anyone who is harmed by gambling.…

  • Getting bereavement support

    If you prefer to get support from outside the family or your family network there are a range of different organisations and charities offering bereavement information both online and in print. These include: Cruse Bereavement Care Marie Curie Macmillan Cancer Support The Loss… but don't want to leave your home, so there are also several telephone support lines and web chats that you can use. These include Marie Curie , Samaritans , and Cruse Bereavement Care . The Brigitte Trust run free structured 8-week bereavement programmes with a professional facilitator for anyone… to see if you are entitled to a set number of free counselling sessions. Finding a registered counsellor or psychotherapist in your area. Contacting a charity such as Cruse Bereavement Care or your local hospice (who may also be able to provide details of local bereavement support groups). …

  • Support in Surrey to keep you safe and well

    This guide provides information about help and support available in Surrey to help you stay independent, safe and well. Please note this is not a comprehensive list and details of more groups, activities and services are available online. Staying Safe Priority Services Register If someone has a serious or chronic illness, a disability, has or cares for someone living with dementia, is of pensionable age, has children under five in their household, has refrigerated medicines or relies of medical equipment then the Priority Services Register will ensure that people receive extra support… extra protection and support available across Surrey. SFRS offers a free online home safety check and if you then require additional care and attention SFRS will be in touch to arrange a free safe and well visit: • Telephone: 0800 085 0767 • Text (SMS): 07971 691 898 • British Sign Language…

  • Your local care and support directory

    bus Need local care or support? You’ve found the right route. We can help you find help at home , seated exercise classes or accessible travel options . Connect to Support Surrey helps you discover unique local services you won’t find anywhere else, like small community groups such as the Dolphins Swim Club . Just enter your town or postcode to find services near you. Connect to Support Surrey is an online directory designed to connect people across Surrey. Managed by Surrey County Council, we offer thousands of listings, including: staying independent help for carers community groups and activities dementia support Need help using the site? Visit How to get the best out of Connect to Support Surrey for guidance. Start finding local support today.…