Sheffield Hospitals Charity have funded bereavement books which can be used to introduce death and grief to children.
Books can be used to introduce death and grief to children.
They help to support children in families where a loved one is either terminally ill or dying and can be used to help bereaved children feel less alone and make sense of confusing and sad emotions.
The books help parents and guardians to talk to children about someone close to them that may be very unwell or dying and give information in an age-appropriate way.
Studies have shown how children who understand what is happening and can express their feelings have better outcomes long-term following a bereavement.
Books are available for children and families to read at both Weston Park Cancer Hospital and at the Palliative Care Unit at the Northern General Hospital.
Lynn Mettam, Social Worker at the Palliative Care Unit, said:
“We are so grateful to the charity for continuing to fund the bereavement books which are used to support children of all ages. They help families communicate with their children and enable them to use the books as a tool to navigate the emotions and understanding around someone close to them being unwell or dying.”
Published: Tuesday 1st of April 2025