Talking and connecting after a loss
Our Open Support Group and Bereavement Help Points (BHPs) are informal drop-in sessions for anyone affected by bereavement, offering the opportunity to connect with others who have experienced a loss. Many people find that sharing time with others in a similar situation can reduce feelings of loneliness, help them feel understood, and provide space to learn and exchange ways of coping.
The sessions are facilitated by trained volunteers who provide a safe and welcoming environment. They can offer support, share helpful resources, and signpost to further services if needed. Some people choose to talk about their own experiences and challenges, while others prefer to listen, and both approaches can be equally valuable.
There is no need to register in advance and you are welcome to attend your first session whenever you feel ready.
Chelmsford Bereavement Help Point
Date: The second and fourth Tuesday of each month
Time: 10.30am to 12.00pm
Location: Strongs (upstairs), 74 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6JY
Registration/booking: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://www.strongscoffeehouse.co.uk/
Braintree Bereavement Help Point
Date: The second and fourth Monday of each month
Time: 10:30am to 12pm
Location: The White Hart, Bocking End, Braintree, Essex, CM7 9AB
Registration/booking: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Burnham Bereavement Help Point
Date: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month starting 27 January 2026
Time: 10:00am to 11:30am
Location: Ye Old White Hart Hotel, The Quay, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8AS
Registration/booking: Not required
Further Information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://www.whiteharteburnham.co.uk/
Danbury Bereavement Help Point
Date: The first and third Thursday of each month
Time: 10:30am to 12pm
Location: Hudson’s Coffee, Danbury Mission, 54 Maldon Road, Danbury, CM3 4QL
Registration/booking: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://www.danburymission.org.uk/hudsons-coffee-shop
Hatfield Peverel Bereavement Help Point
Date: First and third Monday of each month – Our Hatfield Peverel group does not meet on bank holidays including Easter Monday on 5 April, 4 and 25 May 2026.
Time: 1.30pm to 3pm
Location: Community Cafe, Hatfield Peverel Village Hall, Maldon Road, Hatfield Peverel, CM3, 2HP
Registration: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://hatpevvhall.org/the-bar-and-lounge
Maldon Bereavement Help Point
Date: The first and third Tuesday of each month
Time: 10am to 11.30am
Location: Continental Café, Kings Head Centre, 38 High Street Maldon, CM9 5PN
Registration: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://continentalcafe.co.uk/
Witham Bereavement Help Point
Date: The first and third Friday of each month
Time: 10am to 11:30am
Location: ‘Valero Lounge’ 57 Newland Street, Witham, CM8 2BE
Registration/booking: Not required
Further Information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
Website of the venue: https://www.facebook.com/thetearoomswitham
Bereavement Open Group
Date: The third Wednesday every month. Due to the construction work at our Hospice building in Broomfield, there will no Bereavement Help Point Open Support Group on Wednesday 21 January.
Time: 7pm-8:30pm
Location: Farleigh Hospice, North Court Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7FH
The group: We offer mutual support for all adults over 18 years of age who have had a significant bereavement. The openness of the group enables members to share experiences, learn from others and access support. No member is expected to contribute, only when they feel able to.
Registration/booking: Not required
Further information: Email [email protected] or call 01245 457308
More help and advice
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