Bereavement Service

If you are reading this it is likely you have experienced bereavement and we would like to offer our sincere condolences. When a loved one dies, you are likely to be in a state of shock even if the death has been expected. It can be very traumatic and we will do all we can to help you through this difficult time.

The Bereavement Care Service is here to help and support you, so do not hesitate to contact us if there is anything you would like to talk through. The Bereavement Care Service staff are:

• Jo Shaw, Bereavement Officer
• Pauline McIntyre, Bereavement Administrator
• Telephone: 01480 416034

Ward staff are also available to help and support you. They can also put you in touch with other support agencies in the hospital.

The Chaplaincy Team are always available to give support and practical advice Tel: 01480 416125.

You can also get help from your own general practitioner (GP) or perhaps your local minister or faith group leader. For more information on bereavement and organisations who can help at this difficult time, please see the attached document.

Further information on the practical necessities you need to undertake after a bereavement is available from the links on the right.

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park, Huntingdon
Cambs PE29 6NT

Hinchingbrooke Direct:

01480 416416

Email:

hch-tr.info@nhs.net

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