DMWS is leading a programme of specialist organisations working together to ensure families who have lost someone in service or related to service receive the help and support they require.
We will also review support and journeys to make recommendations on future provisions. Please let us know if you want to share any lessons learned, positive or negative experiences, gaps or challenges regarding bereavement pathways and support encountered. Please email EBMF@dmws.org.uk.
We are proud to be working with Cruse Bereavement Support, Cruse Scotland, The Poppy Factory and Scotty’s. This is made possible through Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.
What support is available?
We recognise the differing needs that bereaved military families have and therefore a range of services are available and include:
- Specialist employment services
- Specialist Counselling for both adults and children
- Holistic support including physical and mental health support and wellbeing support
- Military informed Grief Support, including peer Grief Support
We have a wide range of support available for the whole family, whether you are seeking advice, need a listening ear, or need support accessing further services. We are here for you.
Who can access the services?
Any family member who has lost a loved one in service or due to service related reasons.
Support is free and confidential. Please scroll down for our Referral Form.
Our Support
DMWS will manage the portfolio of partners to support cohesion and gain valuable co-production insights. We will also provide a qualified counsellor and Welfare Service support for wider physical and mental health needs which may include health issues, relationship problems, hospital appointments, chronic pain, relationship problems, social isolation, housing and finance issues.
Our Partners
Cruse Bereavement Support offers Specialist Military Grief Support for adults (18+) who are bereaved. Available after any length of time since bereavement.
- Specialist one-to-one bereavement support. Confidential emotional support delivered by skilled military bereavement volunteers. Tailored to individual need and typically delivered for up to six sessions online or by phone.
- Online group peer support sessions. Facilitated sessions to help individuals navigate military bereavement, ask questions and share experiences with others. To connect, learn and reduce isolation.
- Online grief resources. Access to a range of bereavement information and military bereavement resources, to help during the personal grief journey. For those who need more time before accessing services.
- Open to bereaved adults (18+) in England & Wales.
Cruse Scotland provide specialist one-to-one bereavement support.
Scotty’s provide a specific bereavement counsellor and ongoing activities to support children and young people.
The Poppy Factory provides personalised, one-to-one remote employment support for adult family members who have lost a loved one during or after military service. The Poppy Factory can provide support such as:
- One-to-one tailored remote employment support across the UK
- Help identifying suitable job roles aligned to skills and goals
- CV writing, applications and interview preparation
- Support to overcome barriers such as caring responsibilities or wellbeing challenges
- Training and skills development signposting
- Support to stay in work and progress once employed
How do I access support?
If you are seeking support, please fill in the form below