brainstrust bereavement community - August

People who have been caregivers for a long time are left wondering: ‘What will I do now? I’ve forgotten how to take care of myself or where to go for help’. This is often easier said than done, and it can take time to figure out what exactly this entails. It can be incredibly supportive to get in touch with people who have been through this because they will understand what the experience is like.

We know that a death caused by a brain tumour is different. The uniqueness and changes that come from dying of brain tumour mean that bereavement begins before the point of death. Whilst it is normal to mourn these changes, expressing this loss can be difficult while their loved one is living, and people often feel guilty about having such feelings. It is important to remember that relief can be felt that the person is no longer alive and that the grieving process started at diagnosis.

There is no right or wrong way to express, or feel, grief. It is an individual process influenced by many factors, such as the relationship with the patient, the role in their illness, spiritual or religious beliefs, and past experiences with loss.

This group will be hosted by Carol and Lowri, a coach and counsellor. It is a safe space to just come and be.