Coping with your loss

Some helpful tips and strategies for taking care of yourself after a family member dies.

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What it contains

The loss of a family member at work will probably be one of the most difficult experiences you will ever go through. It's important to look after yourself. This fact sheet provides some strategies for coping during this difficult time.

This fact sheet explores:

  • managing advice
  • ways to look after yourself
  • things you might need help with
  • seeking support outside of family
  • do you need professional counselling
  • how you can access counselling
  • making big decisions
  • managing difficult date