Dealing with grief

Wherever a death takes place - at home or hospital, in a public place, interstate or overseas the funeral director is available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

The first call to the funeral directors office will enable the immediate needs of the family to be met. The funeral director will arrange the transfer of the deceased person from the place of death and obtain all the relevant details and proper certificates for the burial or cremation services which may follow.

The funeral director is available at all times to help plan the most suitable ceremony to meet your needs, to advise on how much time to allow interstate family and friends to attend, to advise on legal procedures and costs and to take most of the load of arrangement off your shoulders.

Bereavement Support Program

North Ryde Community Aid offers a program of support for those who have experienced the death of someone close to them.

The program focuses on a range of issues related to bereavement, including understanding what happens when we grieve, and explores constructive ways of coming to terms with the challenges of loss.

The program is offered three times a year, running over 7-8 weeks, on consecutive Saturday mornings.  The program is structured around a small group setting, as such, places are limited so early registration of interest is recommended.

Program aim:
To provide an opportunity for grieving people to come together in a caring and mutually supportive environment, and to reduce social isolation, loneliness and stress.

For further information:
Please call Michele Knight, Bereavement Support Program Coordinator at North Ryde Community Aid.