Grief and Bereavement during Coronavirus
It is sadly expected that some of our staff and or students will experience bereavement at this period. This is why we have created this page. People losing their life because of Covid-19 will most likely do so quickly and suddenly and with little time for their loved and closed ones to say goodbye. It is also very likely that funerals will not be run in their traditional forms and as our daily lives are already greatly affected, this will make this difficult and sad time for most more emotionally challenging. So it is very important whilst going through this to reach out and get support.
The charity SUDDEN has put together a very thorough and helpful guide if you find yourself bereaved during the Coronavirus situation.
Bereavement: advice for bereaved people
Caring for a bereaved person: advice if you are supporting someone who is bereaved
Memorialising: advice on memorialising when gathering are restricted
Helpline: contact SUDDEN for a chat or further information
Student Minds has a dedicated section on bereavement and loss. In this section, you can find information on what is bereavement, on grief but also on the different types of loss.
Support at Queen Mary
Advice and Counselling
It is usually recommended to talk to someone when we are bereaved. If you are not sure who to talk to contact the Advice and Counselling team by filling in their webform.
They have a dedicated webpage on death and bereavement.
Chaplaincy
The Chaplaincy offers pastoral support for anyone of any faith as they confront death and the loss of a loved one. As experienced bereavement listeners, the Chaplaincy team can offer a safe space to explore feelings and emotions surrounding the death of a loved one. They can also offer practical support.
Please contact Revd Ella Sharples the full time Chaplain. Revd Ella Sharples is available to chat by email or phone
e.sharples@qmul.ac.uk / 00 44 7740547689
Togetherall
This in a free digital mental health and wellbeing service, offering safe, anonymous online support available 24/7. Open to the Queen Mary community. Register here for free using your Queen Mary email address.
About bereavement
What is grief?
Supporting someone who is bereaved
Are you worried about your studies?
Queen Mary has published information around teaching and learning. Any updates and FAQ are here.
Are you struggling and need urgent help?
If you are in distress and need support, you can ring Samaritans for free (UK and Republic of Ireland) at any time of the day or night on 116 123 (24h) or email: jo@samaritans.org
Advice and Counselling lists other sources of support.