Bereavement Support
Navigating grief after sudden and traumatic loss
On behalf of all of us at Essex & Herts Air Ambulance, please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss.
While our mission is to provide life-saving pre-hospital emergency care, we also extend our support to those affected by sudden and traumatic loss.
To help anyone navigating the difficult path of grief, we have created a film that we hope will provide comfort and guidance. Whether you are grieving or supporting someone who is, we hope this resource offers solace and understanding during this challenging time.
“It’s actually really comforting to know that the team tried absolutely everything for Dad. I will never forget the kindness and support we have been shown since.“
In loving memory of Billy and Dennis
“One day you can feel fine and another day it literally hits you like a brick”
Contacting our Patient & Family Liaison Team
Our Patient & Family Liaison Team understands the traumatic impact of sudden and unexpected loss. We are here to offer meaningful support, whether through listening, providing information about the care delivered by our critical care team, or guiding you to specialist support services that may help during this difficult time.
We’ve also included a small selection of some national and local support services below that you may find useful.
A national bereavement charity, providing support & information to anyone who has suffered a bereavement.
Cruse Helpline 0808 808 1677
A national charity supporting children, young people and their families following the death of someone important
Freephone 08088 020 021
The Good Grief Trust has a choice of 1000 + charities and tailored local and national support services under one umbrella.
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide exists to meet the needs of, and to overcome, the isolation experienced by people over 18 who have been bereaved by suicide.
Support line 0300 111 5065
The Road Victims Trust is a charity dedicated to supporting people who have been affected by the grief and trauma of a road death or a serious injury or life changing injury collisions, in Herts, Beds, Cambs, Suffolk and Norfolk.
Call 01234 843345
Sibling Support helps young people when their brother or sister dies, providing information, resources and advice.
Support line 0800 1026175
A charity supporting people bereaved or seriously injured on the roads.
Victim helpline 0808 800 0401
The loss of a loved one is always hard, and life can feel tough without them. It’s important that you are able to cherish their memory; and fundraising or donating in memory of a loved one can be an incredibly positive way to keep special memories alive as well as supporting your local air ambulance charity.
To find out more please visit our In Memory and Fundraising pages or contact our Supporter Care Team on 0345 2417 690.