Compassionate bereavement support across Scotland
Find grief support that's right for you
Everyone experiences bereavement at some stage in their life, whether it's the death of a parent, a loved one, a friend or child. The experience often means that our lives will never be the same again. Sometimes the feelings - the despair, loneliness or even guilt - may overwhelm us, so much so that we need help. In time, and with support, we can work through such feelings and learn to live with our loss.
Get supportExperienced volunteers provide free and vital support
We couldn't help the bereaved people of Scotland without our compassionate and committed volunteers. As demand for our services increase however, we urgently need to grow our team to be there for everyone who needs us. Whether you’re a professional counsellor, a student, or balancing family commitments, we offer flexible volunteer roles to suit your schedule, with quality training, support and development opportunities for all.
Volunteer with usScotland’s leading bereavement trainer
We are Scotland’s dedicated bereavement charity and the leading provider of bereavement training in Scotland. Our courses are designed to help educational, social care and health professionals cope with grief on the frontline, as well as create bereavement-friendly workplaces throughout Scotland to nurture compassionate conversations around grief, death and loss.
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We offer hope when the future seems empty
Cruse Scotland exists to help people understand, process and navigate their grief. Our services are designed to ensure that anyone needing support receives the right help at the right time, building resilience and improving wellbeing at a time of great sorrow, stress and loss. As a registered charity, we rely on public and philanthropic donations. Any amount you can donate is deeply appreciated.
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