Organisations and Workplaces

Grief does not stop at the office door. When an employee loses someone they love, the impact reaches into every corner of their life - including their working day. Yet bereavement remains one of the most overlooked areas of workplace wellbeing.

The reality is that most of us will experience significant loss at some point during our working lives. Whether it is the death of a family member, a close friend, or a colleague, grief can affect concentration, motivation, relationships at work and overall mental health - often for far longer than employers realise.

Without the right support in place, grieving employees can feel isolated, misunderstood and ill-equipped to cope. Managers, too, can feel uncertain and underprepared when it comes to having these conversations. A little understanding goes a long way.

I offer tailored grief and bereavement workshops for organisations, teams and workplaces across Cumbria, London and online - helping employers create a culture where loss is acknowledged, people feel supported, and no one is expected to simply "get on with it."

What grief workshops cover

Each workshop is tailored to the needs of your organisation, but typically includes:

• Understanding grief - what it is, what it is not, and why it looks different for everyone

• Supporting a grieving colleague - how to show up for someone who is struggling, and what not to say

• Bereavement in the workplace - practical guidance for managers and HR teams on policies, communication and reasonable adjustments

• Looking after yourself - recognising when supporting others is taking a toll on your own wellbeing

• Signposting and next steps - knowing when and how to refer someone to professional support

These workshops are suitable for:

• HR teams and people managers looking to build confidence in supporting bereaved employees

• Organisations navigating a bereavement within the team - the loss of a colleague affects the whole workplace

• Businesses committed to genuine employee wellbeing - going beyond the standard bereavement policy

• Teams in high-pressure or caring sectors where loss and grief are more frequently encountered

If you would like to find out more about bringing a grief and bereavement workshop to your organisation, I would love to hear from you. Workshops can be delivered in person across Cumbria and London, or online to teams anywhere in the UK. 

Prices are on inquiry. Get in touch to discuss your organisation's needs.