Mountbatten Isle of Wight provides compassionate bereavement support for children, young people, and families who have experienced the death of a loved one, regardless of age or circumstances. In partnership with KissyPuppy — the Sophie Rolf Trust, we ensure that families are well-supported throughout their grief journey.

How Mountbatten Isle of Wight will support you:

• Downloadable pack: Access our ‘Supporting Young People with Death, Dying, and Bereavement’ guide to help understand and manage grief.

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• Grief groups: Our groups offer a safe, supportive space for children, young people, and families to express their feelings, connect with others, and share memories of their loved one.
  • Parents/carers group: A space for parents and carers to support each other.
  • Young people’s group (13-18): Emotional and social support for teens coping with grief.
  • Children’s days: Creative activities for children to express grief, with support for parents and carers.

How to access Mountbatten Isle of Wight's bereavement support for children and families:

Referrals can be made through your GP or school, or you can contact us directly at (01983) 217346.

We welcome feedback from those who have used our service. Please complete our short evaluation form to share your experience.

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