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Sensing the presence of someone who has died
Experiences of feeling or sensing the presence of a person who has died are quite common among those who are grieving. But it can be surprising to some people. Matthew Ratcliffe reports on research from the University of York.
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Cruse welcomes Bake Off’s Chigs as an Ambassador
We’re delighted to announce that 2021 Great British Bake Off Finalist, Chigs Parmar, has become our newest Ambassador.
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Cruse’s Christmas list
There's so much we can all do this Christmas to help support those who are grieving. Take a look at our wish list – there's something for everyone, whether you have just two minutes time to spare or more to give.
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Should we teach children about death in school?
NAFD President John Adams has launched a parliamentary petition calling for all school age children to be taught about death, dying and bereavement in schools as part of compulsory PHSE.
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When words are not enough
How do we find ways to express painful feelings when words are not enough? In their recently published book 'When Words are not Enough' Jane Harris and Jimmy Edmonds draw on their own experience of loss, and how the death of their son Josh has led to a creative response that is more than word bound.
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Grief when a baby dies
This Baby Loss Awareness Week, Jen Coates, Director of Bereavement Support for the charity Sands, talks about the shock and grief when a baby dies before, during or shortly after birth.
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Bereaved by suicide – the power of peer support
Sharing experiences and activities can be a lifeline for those bereaved by suicide. In this blog Bex from Sussex-based organisation Sibling Link explains how they have used walking, baking, and pottery in peer groups to help people connect.
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Grief as the world moves on
The Queen's funeral marked the end of an intense period of national mourning. It’s been an emotional time for many people for many reasons. But what happens now? When, if at all does life return to 'normal' after any funeral?
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