Bereavement and dying
Dying and death at the end of one's journey on Earth, while a natural part of life, is an emotional experience. It takes the dying person through an unknown and often feared territory. It is also a difficult time for loved ones, friends, carers and professionals.
Few are prepared for death. The dying person may have many practical issues to manage, including wills and funeral plans. There are emotional and spiritual matters to deal with, such as coming to terms with a sudden encounter with dying, fear of death, settlement of unresolved emotional issues and acceptance that the journey has come to an end.
The categories on this page list professionals and organisations that can provide practical help during these difficult times with palliative care, funerals, bereavement counselling and all kinds of other services related to dying, death and bereavement.
Funerals
Search the funeral service provider directory.
Hospices/Palliative care
Visit the hospice and palliative care service directory.
Bereavement/Dying - support and counselling
Browse the grief and dying counselling / support services directory.
Feature listings
The Gawler Foundation
"Profound Healing - Sustainable Wellbeing"
Yarra Junction VIC 3797
The Gawler Foundation is Australia's first cancer support service and it also conducted the first active cancer support group in Australia. For over 25 years, the Foundation has helped thousands of Australians and people worldwide through its programs and training in cancer and multiple sclerosis (MS) management, disease prevention, stress management and counselling. More....
Very Special Kids
Malvern VIC 3144
Very Special Kids is a not for profit organization that supports families who have a child with a life-threatening illnesses. Services include counselling, sibling support, bereavement support, trained volunteers and respite and end of life care at Very Special Kids House. More....