Tag: Bereavement
Jessica Stephenson-Clarke: Supporting employees through grief – a guide for compassionate workplaces
Not only can grief have a devastating effect on people’s personal lives, it can also have a knock-on effect in the workplace too.
Read MoreGrief Awareness Day – 30th August
Jul 8, 2024 | Campaigns, Current Campaigns | 0
National Grief Awareness Day is a significant observance held annually on August 30th, dedicated...
Read MoreUK adults not confident talking to work colleagues affected by pregnancy or baby loss
Most people affected by pregnancy or baby loss returned to work after their loss, but 53% said no one talked to them about what had happened.
Read MoreDuring illness, trauma or bereavement, talking to someone outside of family and friends, most valued by 77%
The impact of trauma on our mental health often includes symptoms of anxiety and depression, which can spill over into one’s professional environment too.
Read MoreDr Caroline Taylor: Grief Awareness – Seven ways to support employees
Grief is ubiquitous. It is highly unlikely that you will not be touched by loss following the death of an important other. The likelihood is that you already have.
Read MoreKeeley Lengthorn: Supporting employees through the loss of a child
Keeley Lengthorn introduces George’s Law and some crucial steps for employers to better support the trauma employees experience through loss of a child.
Read MoreBereavement counselling only appropriate for 25% of grieving people
Many employers and insurers typically offer bereavement counselling as their primary or sole solution for those who are grieving, but research has found that it is not appropriate for everyone.
Read MoreCo-op introduces new flexible compassionate leave colleague policy
Co-op has launched a new leading colleague compassionate leave policy ahead of Dying Matters Awareness Week, to better support colleagues when someone close to them dies or is seriously ill.
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