New bereavement group at Radcliffe Library

Sunday, 1 January 2023 12:29

By Adam Clark

A monthly bereavement drop-in group has been launched at Radcliffe Library, meeting on the last Wednesday of each month.

Supported by Bury Council, the sessions are being run by Bury Hospice and will give residents the chance to get out and meet new people, share how they feel and reduce the isolation often felt after a bereavement.

The group is open to everyone and is held at Radcliffe Library between 5pm and 6.30pm – the next meeting is on Wednesday 25 January. There will also be an opportunity to find out more about mindfulness and access to complementary therapies.

The hospice is planning to invite guest speakers to talk about issues such as will writing and the undertaking service, to help prepare people for such eventualities.

Helen Lockwood, chief executive of Bury Hospice, said: “We are delighted to be working with Bury Council to expand our bereavement services to more people across the Bury at a very difficult time in their lives.

“Our new drop-in group is open to everyone and will provide a safe, inclusive space for local residents to come along and chat with our bereavement team and others in similar circumstances. We hope that this service will help to support more people in the local community and bring some comfort to those who need it most.”

Councillor Richard Gold, cabinet member for finance and communities, added: “Bereavement is one of the most painful times in our lives and sadly many more of us have experienced this recently. With the help of Bury Hospice we are hoping to bring people together to support each other in difficult circumstances, share experiences and meet others who may be feeling the same, in an informal surrounding with staff on hand to provide a cuppa and a listening ear.”

For more information, call the bereavement team at Bury Hospice on 0161 725 9800 or email bhosp.bereavementsupport@nhs.net

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