Standards for Supporting Bereaved Children and Young People The ‘Standards for Supporting Bereaved Children and Young People – A Framework for Development’ 2023, illustrate a way forward in the promotion of the child or young person’s voice in Irish society, in order that their needs may be appropriately recognised and supported when they are bereaved. […]
At Irish Hospice Foundation, we recognise that volunteers can sometimes encounter grief as part of their work. As part of National Volunteers Week, we’re hosting this webinar for volunteers to thank and support all their brilliant and hard work in our workplaces and communities. Title: Lunch & Learn: Experiencing Grief as a VolunteerDate/Time: Wednesday, May […]
The South Dublin Bereavement Network is hosting this free information evening for the public on Thursday, May 23. This event for anyone who is bereaved, supporting someone who is bereaved, or works in the community supporting those who are bereaved. […]
We’re looking forward to hosting European Grief Conference 2024 in Dublin in November, in partnership with the Bereavement Network Europe (BNE), RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Danish National Center for Grief. When: November 11 – 13, 2024 Where: Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland Here are some exciting updates about EGC 2024. Registration Now Open Registration for EGC […]
Only three in ten (30%) people in Ireland believe there are enough supports available for those who have experienced loss. This is according to an iReach survey that Irish Hospice Foundation commissioned in December 2023. The research (1,000 people) also found that: More generally, over half of the Irish population (51%) expressed that discussions around […]
This Christmas, we want to remind you about our Bereavement Support Line, available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. The service aims to provide solace and support to individuals who have lost a loved one, friend, or colleague, allowing them to openly discuss their grief and loss. This service is not exclusive to recent […]
Bereaved Children’s Awareness Week is November 13 – 17, 2023. Learn why it’s so important for children and their families to have access to high-quality local and national supports to navigate the impact of death on their lives. […]
The call for grant applications is now open!
Irish Hospice Foundation award a number of Local Bereavement Development (LBD) grants annually. The grant aims to encourage and support collaborative bereavement developments at a local level. […]
We’re delighted to host the second European Grief Conference, taking place in Dublin, Ireland, November 11 – 13, 2024. Learn about the conference, and save the date! […]
This is a free, hybrid event hosted by the South Dublin Bereavement Network. […]
No-one has to grieve alone. Our Bereavement Support Line is here to provide comfort and support. If you are grieving or worried about someone else who is, call Freefone 1800 80 70 77, available Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm.
1800 80 70 77
The Information and Support Line provides signposting, practical supports and resources about end-of-life care for those facing or caring for someone with a life-limiting illness. Call Freephone 1800 60 70 66, available Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.
1800 60 70 66
