LivingGrief Enquiry Phone Line, 0300 303 5196 (Monday - Friday, 9am-4pm)
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Long term or life-limiting illness
Below you will find local support and national organisations recommended for anyone who is bereaved through a life-limiting condition or long term disease.
Local support in East Suffolk:
East Anglia's
Children's Hospices
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Bereavement support for families affected by the death of a child under 18 who has died from a life-limiting condition.
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Therapeutic interventions and support groups can be offered to individuals or families either face to face or online.
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Call 01223 800800 or use online referral form.
National organisations:
Sue Ryder
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Free support for adults 2+ months after bereavement. 
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Online information, 6 online counselling sessions and access to an online peer support community.
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Grief support for UK residents via text message. Access the text service here.
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Care for the Family
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Care for the Family seeks to promote strong family life and help those who face family difficulties.
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Support for bereaved families.
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Call 029 2081 0800 or email mail@cff.org.uk.
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Discover local
group support
Social groups can help you connect with others who may be experiencing similar experiences of grief too.
Group support can help you feel less alone and can greatly improve your mental health.
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Discover groups in Ipswich, Stowmarket, Woodbridge, Felixstowe & surrounding areas.