Grief and your community

Grief is our own private, inner response to losing something or someone important.

There isn’t a right or wrong way to grieve or a time frame. How you feel and how long grief lasts is different for everyone.

It is normal to be unsure about what to say when someone has been bereaved.

The most important thing is to listen. Be genuine, kind and start with something like, "I’m sorry to hear that your Dad died”.

Avoiding socialising and losing interest in what you used to love are some of the signs you might need more support.

Cruse Bereavement Support and Cruse Bereavement Care Scotland can help.