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Bereavement Service
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The Islington Bereavement Service offers support for adults who have experienced the death of a family member, relative, or another important person in their life.
Run by St Joseph's Hospice and a team of trained volunteers, this service can offer practical, social and emotional support.
The service offers:
- companionship and a listening ear
- emotional support
- company going for a coffee, a walk or local community visit
- help in finding important support services.
The Bereavement Service is delivered by volunteer companions. All volunteers are fully trained and vetted. They can provide confidential support on a one-to-one basis or within a group setting. They are not counsellors but have been trained in listening skills.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusions
- adults living in Islington and/or registered with a GP in Islington
- adults who have experienced the death of a family member, relative, or another important person in their life.
How to Refer
GPs can make referrals via telephone call or email to St Joseph’s Hospice’s First Contact Team
EMIS form
Referral methods: Email
Complete the Islington Bereavement Service Referral - St Joseph’s Hospice First Contact Team and send to stjosephs.firstcontact@nhs.net
Where to find the form
- ISL Global Documents > Mental Health > Bereavement folder
Self-referral
Patients can self-refer by contacting St Joseph’s Hospice’s First Contact Team.
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St Joseph's Hospice
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