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What to do when someone dies in United Kingdom

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United Kingdom · Resources: 4

People and communities

Free access UK

Child Bereavement UK

Child Bereavement UK, now including Winston’s Wish

Support for bereaved children and young people up to 25, and parents or carers whose child is dying or died before their 26th birthday. Also offers guidance for the adults supporting them.

  • Children and young people
  • Pregnancy, baby or child loss
  • Grief before a death
  • Supporting someone else

Free support, helpline and online resources. See the provider for contact hours and available services.

Explore this resource: Child Bereavement UK

Sources checked 2026-10-05

Books by local voices

Memoirs, practical guides and books to read together. Choose what feels right, and put a book down whenever you need to. Libraries may offer print, digital or audio editions.

Borrow or buy UK author and illustrator

Michael Rosen’s Sad Book

Michael Rosen; illustrated by Quentin Blake

Picture book, ages 5–7 with an adult

A British father’s account of sadness after his son died, told through words and pictures. A book to read alongside a child and leave room for their questions, rather than a promise that sadness disappears.

  • Children and young people
  • Pregnancy, baby or child loss
  • Supporting someone else

Paid book; ask a library about borrowing or accessible editions.

Content note: Death of a son; adults may find it moving too.

Why this book is here

Walker identifies it as an award-winning picture book for families talking about loss.

About this book: Michael Rosen’s Sad Book

Sources checked 2026-10-05

Things to read and try

Free access US information, readable anywhere

Resources for children, teens and young adults

Dougy Center

Age-specific activities, information and support for families before and after a death. Includes material for parents and caregivers, and a Spanish-language resource collection.

  • Children and young people
  • Supporting someone else
  • Family, friends and siblings
  • Sudden death or suicide loss
  • Grief before a death

Free resources; use the age and audience sections to find a starting point.

Explore this resource: Resources for children, teens and young adults

Sources checked 2026-10-05

Something to listen to

Free access US podcast, available online

Grief Out Loud

Dougy Center; hosted by Jana DeCristofaro

Conversations about the many ways people experience grief. Browse episode descriptions and choose a topic that feels right; listening can be an alternative when reading feels hard.

  • The early days
  • Children and young people
  • Family, friends and siblings
  • Death of a partner
  • Pregnancy, baby or child loss
  • Sudden death or suicide loss
  • Grief before a death
  • Anniversaries and ongoing grief
  • Supporting someone else

Free podcast. Episodes vary in length and subject.

Content note: Some episodes discuss suicide, violence or the death of a child. Check the episode description.

Explore this resource: Grief Out Loud

Sources checked 2026-10-05

When you are ready for the practical things

Paperwork and arrangements can feel like a lot. Our separate loss guides help you keep track of practical tasks, one step at a time.

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Support that fits you

Your relationship, culture, faith and language matter. You can ask a provider about these, accessibility and costs before you begin. If distress is making everyday life difficult, a doctor or qualified counsellor can help you find further support.

How we choose and care for this library

We include local authors, established bereavement organisations and clearly attributed lived experience. Book notes explain the selection: a publisher description is different from a professional recommendation. Links are not affiliate links.

These are starting points, not treatment or a guarantee of fit. Sources and contacts were checked on the dates shown; availability and fees can change. We aim to review entries every three months. Service providers set their own privacy terms.

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