Support
Support after a sudden death
If you have lost someone, are supporting someone who is grieving, or have been affected by a report, the organisations below may be able to help. You can use this page without an account or reading any reports.
Last updated 4 November 2026
Bereavement and grief
Cruse Bereavement Support
Information and bereavement support, including resources for people affected by a sudden or traumatic death. You can find out about their helpline, local services and support for children and young people.
NHS information about grief
Information about grief after bereavement or loss, with guidance on finding further support.
Help with an inquest
Coroners' Courts Support Service
An independent charity whose trained volunteers offer practical help and emotional support to bereaved families, witnesses and others attending an inquest. Check their website for support at your court and their national helpline.
INQUEST
An independent charity specialising in support after deaths involving the state, including deaths in prison, police custody, immigration detention and mental health settings. Their help page explains their remit, eligibility and practical resources.
Reading reports at your own pace
Reports can contain detailed accounts of a death, injury or difficult circumstances. You can choose what to open, take a break, or leave a report unread. The latest reports on our homepage stay closed until you choose to show them.
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InquestIQ provides research and information, rather than counselling or legal advice. The organisations linked here are independent of us. Their links open in a new tab; check their websites for current availability and eligibility.