{"id":53,"date":"2017-09-07T14:12:39","date_gmt":"2017-09-07T14:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/meetinglearnerneeds\/?page_id=53"},"modified":"2025-04-09T16:16:51","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T16:16:51","slug":"support-for-bereavement-and-loss","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/er\/meetinglearnerneeds\/support-for-health-and-wellbeing\/support-for-bereavement-and-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Support for Bereavement, Loss and Grief"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to the Bereavement, Loss and Grief Page<\/strong><\/h1>\n

In this page you will find a comprehensive package of information, resources and guidance aimed to enhance the support you offer to children, young people, families and colleagues who have, or are experiencing, bereavement or loss. To get the best from these resources we advise that you take some time to familiarise yourselves with the information, make relevant documents visible and readily available to children, young people and families and display posters in your establishment.<\/p>\n

We endorse the Bereavement Charter for Adults and Children in Scotland. Click on the charter mark to find out more information.<\/p>\n

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If you are seeking further advice or information regarding bereavement, loss and grief please contact Ainsley McGoldrick at Educational Psychology Service: ps@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk<\/strong> or David Duncan at Mearns Primary: DuncanD@mearns.e-renfrew.sch.uk.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Community Approach to Supporting Bereavement, Loss and Grief:\u00a0<\/strong>Guidance for Educational Establishments<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this comprehensive guidance you will find information relating to bereavement theories, impact of childhood bereavement, how children understand death at different ages, the role of education staff and how you can support bereaved pupils. You will also find sector specific resources, books, information on developing a bereavement policy and local and national support organisations.<\/p>\n

Use the contents page to quickly access the information that is relevant to you.<\/strong><\/p>\n

NEW FOR 2022 – BLG Curricular Resource<\/h2>\n

Find everything you need to deliver the new BLG lessons in the Glow App Library – Bereavement, Loss and Grief Curricular Resource.<\/p>\n

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When a Suicide Happens: Supporting Young People, Families and Staff<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this guidance you will find information relating to practical preventive and responsive approaches with the aim of reducing the risk of suicides and supporting the school community when a suicide happens.<\/p>\n


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Supporting Children and Young People through Anticipatory Grief<\/strong><\/p>\n

Grief can be felt even before someone dies. For example, in the case of a terminal illness, family members and friends will experience strong emotions in anticipation of the loss. This brief guidance will provide you with information about how you can support children and young people through this difficult time.<\/p>\n

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Leaflets<\/strong><\/p>\n

These leaflets should be made readily available to young people, families and professionals<\/p>\n

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Supporting Organisations – Where to Find Help<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a handy guide to a range of local and national support organisations. Print out in A5 and keep a supply in the reception of your setting for easy access for visitors.<\/p>\n

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Posters<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Supporting Children who are Bereaved Poster is designed as a quick reference for adults of the key points to remember when supporting a bereaved pupil. Display in staff rooms as a reminder.<\/p>\n

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This Healthier Minds Poster was designed to provide people with quick access to the contact details for support organisations.\u00a0 Display around your establishment for children, young people, staff and visitors.
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A5 Diary Insert or Poster<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bereavement and Additional Support Needs<\/h4>\n

Bereavement, Loss and Grief and Additional Support Needs<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n