When someone is very ill, everyone in the family is affected. St Christopher’s care extends beyond the treatment of physical symptoms to consider the emotional and social needs of patients, families and their friends and carers.

St Christopher’s has a team of qualified and experienced social workers who help people to deal with the emotional and psychological consequences of someone close to them dying. We offer a range bereavement support for anyone whose relative or friend was cared for by St Christopher's. Our qualified and experienced social workers and counsellors provide individual and group support and welfare officers are available to advise on financial difficulties.

Our team of trained Bereavement Service Volunteers brings a variety of experience to our care at the hospice and can visit people in their own homes if needed.

St Christopher's organises an evening meeting about every three months after bereavement, these offer an opportunity to meet with others in a similar situation and talk together.
 
The Candle Project offers support to children and families who have not had contact with St Christopher'' before bereavement.

Every year, near Christmas Day, we hold a Remembrance Tree Service of Dedication when dedicated lights are switched on a large tree in the grounds of St Christopher's.  There is an opportunity for people to dedicate a light in remembrance of a loved one.  For further information ring our fundraising department on 020 8768 4575.

Click on the links below for further information about
  Children, young people and loss
  Inpatient service
  Social and welfare officers
  The allied health professional team
  St Christopher's Day Unit
  Questions and answers
  Facts and figures
  St Christopher's at Home