We are very sorry that someone you love has died. Everyone at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust sends our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
When someone dies, it can feel overwhelming. You may feel many different emotions.
There is no right or wrong way to grieve.
We are here for you and this bereavement page is here to help you:
- find information
- understand what happens next
- know where to get support.
You do not have to read everything at once.
Please take your time and come back whenever you need to.
If you have questions, worries, or feel you need extra support, our bereavement and clinical teams are here to help you. You are not alone.
Bereavement support is an important part of care following the death of a loved one. Many people find support within their own network of friends and family. Others may need extra support often available through their own GP
At Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, our bereavement office team are available to provide the initial information and can signpost you to appropriate bereavement support including our Swan Team.
- Ask the ward or community team and questions you may have to help you in the immediacy. If they cannot help you then, they can arrange for someone to call you.
- Information - you should receive an information leaflet – “For you in your Loss” please ask if not. You can access an online version of this leaflet here.
- Call the Bereavement Office the following working day on 01253 953723 between 9am - 3.30pm. They will explain next steps and support and guide you through any questions.
Next steps following the death of a loved one:
- What to do when someone dies: step by step - check what to do after a death - how to register the death, notify the government departments and deal with the estate. Find out more here.
